SENIOR MOTOR VEHICLE TECHNICIAN

Department of Motor Vehicles JC-517787 Senior Motor Vehicle Technician SENIOR MOTOR VEHICLE TECHNICIAN $4,794.00 - $6,002.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. Final Filing Date: 5/22/2026 Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off Job Description and Duties This position is located at the DMV Headquarters in Sacramento. The Registration Services Branch at DMV Headquarters in Sacramento is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Senior Motor Vehicle Technician (SMVT) to join our team. In this pivotal role, the SMVT handles complex registration and titling applications for customers over the phone and through digital and paper channels, utilizing analytical skills to accurately assess and process documents. Responsibilities include: collaborating with management to address workload issues; crafting professional correspondence in response to inquiries; and serving as a knowledgeable resource for both staff and management. Knowledge of Vehicle Registration and Titling required. Under the direction of a team leader, the Senior Motor Vehicle Technician (SMVT)performs advanced technical duties related to vehicle registration and titling. The SMVT handles the most complex vehicle registration issues and serves as a subject matter expert for all registration and titling processes. The SMVT ensures compliance with state and federal regulations, analyzes and resolves registration challenges, and provides high-quality customer service over the phone and digital channels. This is not a telework position. Operation hours are Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Eight-hour schedule will be assigned based on unit operational needs. All eligible applicants may apply. A training and development assignment may be considered. SROA/Surplus candidates are encouraged to apply. The position(s) being advertised may be subject to allocation approval by the Human Resources Branch. Fingerprint/Criminal Record Clearance is required before hire. The Salary Range shown is the minimum and maximum for a full-time appointment. Moving and relocation expenses will not be reimbursed for this position. To be considered for this job vacancy, applicants must indicate the Job Control/Code (JC) number and position number(s) in the "EXAMINATION(S) OR JOB TITLE(S) FOR WHICH YOU ARE APPLYING" box of the Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678), and submit all items listed under Required Application Documents below by the Final Filing Date. Employment history information must be submitted on the Examination/Employment Application (STD. 678); attaching a resume shall not be sufficient for the purposes of providing employment history. Failure to indicate required information on the STD. 678 or submit all items by the Final Filing Date may result in elimination from the recruitment process. Working Conditions Works in a climate-controlled office environment in a cubicle under artificial lighting with exposure to computer screens and other basic office equipment. Sits in a processing area with loud noise. Position Details Job Code #: JC-517787 Position #(s): 525-179-1890-019 Working Title: Senior Motor Vehicle Technician Classification: SENIOR MOTOR VEHICLE TECHNICIAN $4,794.00 - $6,002.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. # of Positions: 1 Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: In Office Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Work Shift: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Work Week: Monday through Friday Department Information The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is a recognized leader in public service and has existed for over 100 years. The DMV is responsible for registering approximately 36 million vehicles in California, and serving 34 million driver license and identification card holders, collecting over $14 billion in annual revenue. The DMV also maintains and oversees many other functions. The DMV provides quality licensing and motor vehicle-related services in its field offices located throughout California and online at www.dmv.ca.gov Special Requirements The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. Applicants must be eligible for