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PERSONNEL / PUBLIC WORKS - Director Jim Simon
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Requested Action(s)
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a) Request approval to appoint the candidate as a Fleet Mechanic III at Salary Range 28, Step D, effective 8/25/24 or upon successful completion of all pre-employment requirements
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Financial Impact:
This candidate is replacing a position held by a previous employee at E Step. The annual base salary for this 1.0 FTE position at Step D is $59,841.00, $8153.60 greater than Step A, however, $2995.20 less than the base salary of the previous employee. The Department has sufficient funding budgeted for appointment at Step D for the fiscal year 2024/25.There will be no impact to the general fund.
Background Information:
The candidate’s lengthy career as a heavy equipment and bus mechanic, as well as his prior experience as an alternative fuels and electric vehicle mechanic, his licensure as a CNG fuel systems inspector, and his current Class A license and endorsements makes him the ideal candidate for this position. This candidate is considered the highest-ranking candidate and has agreed to employment at the negotiated rate within the Tehama County pay scale.
The candidate’s training and experience by far exceeds that of an entry level employee. Public Works would like the opportunity to appoint a highly qualified candidate such as this.
The Personnel Office has reviewed the candidate’s qualifications and is in agreement with placement at Salary Range 28, Step D upon successful completion of all pre-employment requirements.