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AUTO SKILLS CENTER ASSISTANT MANAGER NF3

U.S. Marine Corps

Twentynine Palms, CAFull-time$24/hrPosted today

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Compensation
$24/hr
Location
Twentynine Palms, CA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Current ASE CertificationValid State Driver's License

Job overview

The Auto Skills Center Assistant Manager oversees an automotive hobby skills development center, providing instruction and technical advice to patrons performing vehicle maintenance. The role manages employees, equipment, resources, receipts, inventories, and budgets; maintains safety and hazardous-waste compliance; and supports customer service and program operations. Candidates need three years of relevant automotive experience, at least one current ASE certification, and a valid state driver's license.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Automotive MechanicsAutomotive TroubleshootingAuto Body RepairWeldingSafety ProceduresFinancial RecordsBudgetingRetail Automotive PracticesProgram PromotionAutomotive Center OperationsOral CommunicationWritten CommunicationGeneral MechanicsMechanical ManagementTrades WorkHobby Center Oversight

Qualifications

Three Years Automotive ExperienceCurrent ASE CertificationValid State Driver's License

Full job description

Summary

Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) is looking for the best and brightest to join our Team! MCCS is a comprehensive program that supports and enhances the quality of life for Marines, their families, and others in the Marine Corps Community. We offer a team oriented environment comprised of military personnel, civilian employees, contractors and volunteers who keep the organization functioning smoothly and effectively.

Duties

Under designated supervision, is responsible for supervising and managing all phases of an automotive hobby skills development center. Responsible to provide qualified instruction, technical advice, supervision, equipment, tools and machinery for patrons engaged in performing both minor and major maintenance of vehicles. Ensures patrons are instructed in the safe and efficient operation of all equipment and associated tools. Plans, organizes work and manages internal resources to ensure maximum productivity and efficiencies. Responsible for the operation and accountability of change fund and all daily receipts. Supervises activity employees, trains, schedules work, appraise performance, counsels personnel and recommend personnel actions as appropriate. Ensures management of Hazardous Waste (HW) is in accordance with current regulations. Ensures established safety procedures concerning training records and other required reports are maintained. Ensures compliance with fire, safety and sanitation regulations. Knowledge of property resources and inventories of automotive and resale merchandise. Assists in budgets, long-range plans, inventory controls, cost controls and related records and reports. Reviews the financial status of the assigned activity and recommends changes as considered necessary to immediate supervisor. Provides World Class Customer Service with an emphasis on courtesy. Assists customers and communicates positively in a friendly manner. Takes action to solve problems quickly. Alerts the higher-level supervisor, or proper point of contact for help when problems arise. Adheres to safety regulations and standards. Promptly reports any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor. Adheres to established standards of actively supporting the principles of the EEO program and prevention of sexual harassment. Performs other related duties as assigned. Requirements

EVALUATIONS: Qualifications

Three year's experience that demonstrates knowledge of automotive mechanics, automotive troubleshooting or auto body repair and welding and safety procedures to be able to instruct participants in the program being administered. Knowledge of financial records and budget process. Knowledge of retail automotive business practices preferred. Knowledge of the methods for promoting programs and responsible administrative, professional and technical work requiring knowledge of operating an automotive hobby skills development center. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing. Experience which demonstrates knowledge of general mechanical experience, mechanical management, trades work and oversight of a hobby skills development center. Must have at least one current (1) ASE certification. Valid state driver's license is required.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Your application/resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed on this announcement. This vacancy will be filled by the best qualified applicant as determined by the selecting official. Benefits

The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees. Benefits you get to enjoy while working at MCCS include but are not limited to: • Stability of Federal Civilian Service • People with passion for doing work that matters • Quality of Work Life Balance • Competitive Pay • Comprehensive Benefit Packages • Marine Corps Exchange and Base Facility Privileges Other Information

Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your MCCS user account and review your application status. SELECTIVE SERVICE REGISTRATION: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959, and are at least 18 years of age, government employment requires that you must register with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions. You must be able to show proof of registration or your exemption, as part of the required suitability background investigation. GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp. As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made. Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS. This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce. Involuntarily separated members of the armed forces and eligible family members applying through the Transition Assistance Program must submit a written request/statement (may be obtained from the MCCS Human Resources Office) and present ID card with "TA" stamped in red on front of card. IF APPLICABLE, INDIVIDUALS SELECTED FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE CHANGED TO PART-TIME OR FULL-TIME AT MANAGEMENTS DISCRETION WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION. ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.

How this job compares

Set against the 8,360 open Operations Manager jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 6, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$24/hr
  • California median$24–32/hr87 hourly ranges
  • US median$21–28/hr642 hourly ranges

This rate, $24/hr, is 17% below the California median midpoint ($29/hr) — in the middle half of Operations Manager hourly ranges in California.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 733 open Operations Manager jobs in California and 8,360 across the US. 2% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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Experience
This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; Operations Manager postings that state a minimum ask for 4 years at the median (6,299 postings).
Education
1,720 of the 8,360 open Operations Manager jobs (21%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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