Inspection Assistant – BAR Smog Check Referee Program Put Your Automotive Skills to Work – Gain Hands-On Experience and Make an Impact! 100% In-Person | California Locations $1,000 Sign-On Bonus! BAR EO Inspector License Required Priority Hiring Locations: Chaffey College Los Angeles Trade-Tech College San Bernardino Valley College Turn Your Training Into Real-World Experience! The Foundation for California Community Colleges (FoundationCCC) is looking for motivated Inspection Assistants to join our BAR Smog Check Referee Program! This is an exciting opportunity for newly licensed automotive professionals to gain hands-on inspection experience, strengthen their technical knowledge, and learn how to confidently apply California's Smog Check regulations. You'll work alongside experienced Referee professionals while contributing to a statewide program dedicated to improving air quality. This is a temporary, limited-term position lasting one year. About the Program FoundationCCC partners with the Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) to operate Smog Check Referee centers at 31 California Community College campuses. These centers provide specialized emissions testing and compliance services to California motorists while supporting automotive education and workforce development. What You'll Do Perform Vehicle Inspections: Conduct emissions testing, OBD compliance checks, and specialized vehicle inspections. Apply BAR Regulations: Develop your understanding of California's Smog Check procedures, policies, and compliance standards. Gain Technical Experience: Use inspection equipment and diagnostic systems to evaluate vehicle emissions compliance. Collaborate With Experienced Professionals: Work alongside Referee staff and management to support daily operations. Support California Motorists: Explain inspection results, answer technical questions, and provide professional customer service. Make an Impact: Help ensure vehicles meet emissions standards and contribute to cleaner air throughout California. What We're Looking For We're looking for motivated individuals who have completed their initial automotive training and are eager to apply their knowledge in a professional inspection environment. Active BAR EO Inspector License (Required) Relevant AA/AS degree, equivalent work experience, or a combination of both At least one year of related work experience Foundational knowledge of automotive technology, emissions testing, and BAR Smog Check procedures Prior smog inspection experience preferred, but not required Strong communication, customer service, and problem-solving skills Attention to detail, initiative, and willingness to learn Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related software applications Why Join FoundationCCC? At FoundationCCC, you'll be part of a mission-driven organization that values professional development, collaboration, and continuous learning. You'll have the opportunity to strengthen your inspection skills, learn from experienced professionals, and gain valuable industry experience while supporting California's environmental goals. Benefits $1,000 Sign-On Bonus! Competitive compensation, generous PTO, and holidays Medical, dental, and vision coverage CalPERS retirement and optional 403(b) and 457 plans Tuition reimbursement Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer Ready to Get Started? Put your BAR Inspector license to work and take the next step in your automotive career! Apply today to join FoundationCCC's BAR Smog Check Referee Program! Questions? Contact jobs@foundationccc.org. Budgeted Hourly Pay Range: $18.00 - $22.00 Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity. The Foundation for California Community Colleges is the official nonprofit partner to the California Community Colleges, the largest and most diverse system of higher education in the nation. Our work reaches all 116 California Community Colleges across 73 districts and is designed to help improve the student experience and expand pathways to economic and social mobility across California. More specifically, we exist to benefit: Students: We believe in ensuring students from all backgrounds succeed in reaching their goals and improving their lives and their communities; Community Colleges: We believe in lifting up the California Community College system as the greatest gateway to a better future; and Communities: We believe in the power of community colleges to help their communities thrive. Our projects and services seek to be at the forefront of innovation and excellence in higher education across five areas of impact: student success, workforce development, equity, community impact, and system support. To date, we’ve delivered hundreds of millions in grants, support, and cost savings to colleges and students to make this possible, with 85 cents of every dollar raised directly allocated to programs and services. We’re proud of our role in helping Californians build a better future for themselves and their families, but we know there’s more to be done. Join us. Learn more about working at the Foundation > Read the Foundation's Double Impact Strategic Plan > Location The Foundation’s main headquarters are based in Sacramento, California, though we offer remote opportunities throughout the entire state. We aim to hire a workforce reflective of the California communities we serve.

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