Entry Level Body Shop Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

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Position Description RECRUITMENT IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED OR UNTIL A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICANTS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED. RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. THE POSITION The City of Fresno is recruiting for a Body and Fender Repairer responsible for performing modifications and repairs on buses, automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, and other City-owned vehicles and equipment.

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: Performs automotive body and fender repair and modification work on a variety of City owned vehicles and equipment. Sands, putties, applies primer and paints repaired surfaces, and aligns and straightens body panels. Uses welding tools, equipment and techniques to perform repair of damaged vehicles, equipment and related components.

Cuts and installs automotive glass. Repairs and recovers seats and upholstery. Reads and interprets technical documents related to body and fender repair.

Maintains a clean work area and assists with cleaning of shop areas and equipment. Performs related duties as required. Body and Fender Repairer I is the entry level class in the Body and Fender Repairer series.

Incumbents perform body and fender repair and modification work on City owned buses, automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, and other vehicles and equipment. This class is distinguished from Body and Fender Repairer II in that the latter is the journey level class in which incumbents perform the full range of duties with a minimum of supervision. Full job description available to be viewed at: https://www.fresno.gov/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Body-Fender-Repairer-I-10_25-10w1108.pdf One (1) vacancy exists in the FAX Maintenance Division of the Department of Transportation

Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of six (6) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months. Requirements Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination.

Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent GED Completion; AND One (1) year of full-time paid experience in minor body and fender repair work on automotive or related equipment.; OR Certification in the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair (I-CAR) Pro Level 1 in both: Refinish Technician Non-Structural Technician Special Requirement(s): Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License is required at the time of application and continued maintenance throughout the entire term of employment in this classification. Within thirty (30) days of appointment must obtain a valid Commercial Instructional permit. Within twelve (12) months of appointment must obtain and maintain throughout the entire term of employment in this classification: A valid Commercial Class B California Driver's License with required endorsements and without air brake restriction

The following two (2) valid National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications in the Collision Repair & Refinish (B) Series: Painting & Refinishing (B2) Non-Structural Analysis & Damage Repair (B3) Incumbents must take the two above certification examinations within the first six (6) months of appointment. Failure to obtain the ASE certifications within twelve (12) months of appointment will be cause for termination from this classification. This class is in a flexibly staffed series, which requires twelve (12) months of satisfactory service within the series.

A Body & Fender Repairer I may be "flexed" to Body & Fender Repairer II as early as six (6) months upon recommendation of the appointing authority and upon possession of all necessary licenses and certificates. A Body & Fender Repairer I who "flexes" early must still serve the remainder of their probationary period at the II level, for a total of twelve (12) months. If an employee is hired at the II level, they will be required to serve the twelve (12) months probationary period at that level.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that are necessary to safely, effectively, and efficiently perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. This classification's physical demands involve heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally with assistance, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Additionally, the following physical demands may be required: balancing, climbing, crouching, feeling, manual dexterity, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, walking.

Possess a valid California Driver's License at time of appointment. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record. The selected eligible candidates certified will be required to successfully pass a Department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint process prior to employment with the City of Fresno.

These positions have been designated as being 'safety sensitive' and require all eligibles offered employment to successfully pass a drug test prior to employment. Federal law requires that applicants for positions involving the operation of certain transit vehicles, revenue service vehicles, the transportation of hazardous materials, or heavy equipment over 26,001 pounds requiring a commercial driver's license, must undergo pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment. This classification is subject to random drug and alcohol testing throughout entire term of employment in this class.

Selection Process The examination process may consist of the following: APPLICATION REVIEW - Qualifying Only: Applications submitted will be reviewed and a limited number of the most qualified candidates may be invited to the panel interview. The selection will be based upon those applications and resumes which demonstrate the greatest breadth and depth of applicable education, experience, skills and training. Therefore, applicants are urged to submit sufficiently detailed information in their application materials for a proper evaluation.

The examination process may consist of the following: WRITTEN EXAMINATION: 100%: A job-related written examination will be administered which may test a candidate's knowledge in the following areas: arithmetic, welding, knowledge of auto body work, mechanical tool identification, reading comprehension, blueprint or diagram reading/interpretation, occupational safety, and interpersonal skills. Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list. The Written Exam is tentatively scheduled for the week of August 31, 2026.

How to Apply Please visit www.fresno.gov/jobs to apply. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application

ALL CORRESPONDENCE regarding this recruitment and exam process will be sent via e-mail. All applicants will acknowledge such understanding when they complete their on-line application. Verify we have your correct e-mail address before you submit your application.

It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email frequently to ensure they receive all pertinent communication from the Personnel Services Department on a timely basis. It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email account and to ensure it is set up to accept emails from the City of Fresno. Dependent upon your settings, notices from the City of Fresno may be directed to the junk mail or spam folders.

It is the applicant's responsibility to check these folders as well. For other City of Fresno employment opportunities, please view our Careers Homepage. Effective April 1st, 2026, the City of Fresno is transitioning to a new recruitment system, NEOGOV.

An account in the new system will be required to apply for the City of Fresno job opportunities after this date. If you have recruitment questions, please call our office at 559-621-6950. Our office is located at 2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030, Fresno, CA 93721.

Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination. How To Apply For information on how to complete an online application, please visit the Help & Support tab.

For NEOGOV Application Assistance, please call 1-855-524-5627 or email support@governmentjobs.com. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason. Required licenses, certifications, and education must be verified with supporting documents

Foreign education must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please ensure all relevant attachments are uploaded with your application

For the work experience section, provide detailed descriptions of job duties for each position related to the specific role you are applying for. Resumes are not a substitute for completing this section and will only be reviewed as supplemental information, not for determining minimum qualifications. For other City of Fresno employment opportunities, please view our Careers Homepage.

If you have recruitment questions, please call our office at 559-621-6950. Our office is located at 2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030, Fresno, CA 93721. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination.