AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC INTERN (NON-CAREER)

Full Job Description

The Department of Financial Management is seeking an Automotive Mechanic Intern in the Fleet Services Bureau, Maintenance Division. This six-month, paid internship offers an excellent opportunity for students actively enrolled in an automotive trade school or automotive technology program to acquire practical skills. Interns will primarily support the Maintenance's division's daily operations but may also be placed according to the Bureau's needs and the intern's qualifications, potentially working across various Fleet divisions.

This internship requires a commitment of 20 hours weekly (4 hours per day), with a flexible schedule to accommodate the intern's academic commitments. This position is located at 2600 Temple Ave, Long Beach, CA 90806.

This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies in the same grade and classification.

For additional information about the Fleet Services Bureau, please watch this informational video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M65bav_E2aQ.

Non-Career employees are allowed a maximum of 1,600 work hours available over a 12-month period, and are considered temporary, at-will employees who are not typically eligible for benefits. However, non-career employees may qualify for health coverage and sick leave accruals subject to applicable federal and state provisions.

Requirements

Supplies motor vehicles with gas, oil, air and water.Performs safety inspections on city vehicle under supervision.Makes minor repairs and adjustments under supervision.Replaces light bulbs and fuses.Examines, charges and replaces batteries.Repairs tires and tubes under supervision.Cleans and washes vehicles.Cleans shop areas and repairs equipment.Assists mechanics and other skilled trades persons on assigned jobs.Observes safety rules and regulations.May open and close shop work orders using computerized Fleet Management system.May assist in lien sales and property disposal procedures.Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Current enrollment in an automotive trade school or automotive technology program (Proof Required*).Required documents, such as resume, cover letter, and proof of enrollment must be uploaded to the online application in PDF format at the time of filing.

Any proofs submitted must contain either the applicant's name or other identifying characteristic on the document.SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL DEMONSTRATE:Ability to accept instruction and evaluation.Self-starter, dependable, diligent, amenable to performing elementary tasks to advance project goals.Ability to complete assignments independently, accurately, and on time.Excellent organizational skills and ability to demonstrate attention to detail.Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work on teams.

Additional Information This recruitment will close at 11:59 PM on February 11, 2026. To be considered, applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, proof of education in PDF format.

Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education.

The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures.

Applicants who do not meet the minimum requirements, including submission of all required attachments, will not be considered.The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are.

Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers.

To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners.

We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act.

You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer.

If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act.The City of Long Beach is committed to maintaining fairness and transparency in our hiring practices.

We believe in providing equal opportunities to all applicants and ensuring that every applicant is evaluated based on their qualifications and merit.

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