Inspection Assistant, BAR Referee Program - $1,000 Sign on Bonus
100% In-Person at assigned BAR Referee location; Must reside in California
Since 2004 The Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) has partnered with Foundation for California Community Colleges to administer the Smog Check Referee Program, which provides specialized Smog Check and other services to California community members. Referees perform functions and services as directed by the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR), services that industry is not authorized to perform. This position is full time with a generous benefit package including: 2 Weeks of Paid Vacation, 11 Paid Holidays, Variety of Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, Up to 13 Paid Sick Days, CalPERS Retirement Program, and optional 403(b) and 457 Retirement plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Wellness offerings, CalPERS retirement program Tuition reimbursement, and the Foundation is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness certified employer.
The Assistant Inspector position is designed to strengthen and expand the skills of newer smog technicians and automotive students that have completed or soon to complete their courses and have obtained their smog check license. The Assistant Inspector performs lower-level emissions, OBD compliance and other specialized and abbreviated inspections, typically in high volume areas of the state. The position may also entail assisting Referee staff and management with other duties as assigned. Assistant Inspectors may be required to work alternative hours and days, at various established and remote locations using portable equipment. This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week, with additional hours as needed to address the organization’s needs. This position is temporary with a 1-year maximum.
What You’ll Do
- Perform inspections and testing of vehicles for emissions and other compliance verification, and communicate inspection results and information to site Referee, vehicle owners and program management.
- Maintain a calm, helping, and professional demeanor when interacting with internal or external stakeholders.
- Perform at a high level of accuracy and consistency.
- Reply to or relay various technical questions from consumers.
- Maintain site or remote workspace and equipment. Maintain and promote a safe and incident free work environment; provide safety information to students and consumers and quickly respond to safety concerns.
- Maintain communication with site Referee, Region Manager, and other Referee Program staff by establishing and maintaining rapport with staff and students and attending meetings.
Attributes for Success
- Knowledge of current principles and practices of automobile repair and technology, including California state and local automotive repair policies and codes, and BAR smog check procedures.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and system maintenance applications preferred.
- Strong initiative and ability to learn quickly.
- Strong problem-solving and follow-through skills
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business correspondence.
- Ability to switch rapidly among multiple ongoing tasks.
- Assistant Inspectors cannot be employed by or have any financial interest in a smog test or repair station while employed with FoundationCCC.
Education and Experience
- BAR EO Inspector license
- Some experience performing vehicle smog inspections preferred.
- Valid CA Driver’s License
- AS/AA degree in related field a plus
- Successful completion of the Referee Student Technician Training Program (STTP) a plus.
For more information, please contact the numbers below or apply using the link below.
Text: 916-538-1539
Phone: 916-283-7663
To request the full job description please email
To apply, please go to our Careers page at https://foundationccc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/fccc-careers
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Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $37,000.00 - $46,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
License/Certification:
- Drivers License (Required)
- EO License (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- San Jose, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
