Motorist Assist Technician
About The Position
Position Summary: Assist motorists with vehicle and travel problems by fixing tires; providing basic temporary mechanical assistance, directions, gasoline, water/antifreeze; removing disabled vehicles from the highway; calling for wrecker service. Assist motorist at traffic crashes; protect the crash scene; call for law enforcement officers, service vehicles or emergency vehicles; provides emergency first aide/CPR to victims of crashes until medical personnel arrive; move involved vehicles to shoulder of roadway. Provide transportation of motorists to nearest service station/motels/other shelter. Reports problems with general highway conditions. Checks all unattended vehicles in order to inform dispatchers and law enforcement officers.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Valid Driver's License.
- Experience with motor vehicle construction, maintenance, and minor repair highly desired.
Nice To Haves
- Basic mechanical experience.
- Knowledge of mechanical structure of vehicles, repair procedures and first aid and CPR.
- Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing under stressful circumstances; use proper spelling and grammar with proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
Responsibilities
- Regular, reliable, dependable, performance is an essential function.
- Constant contact with general public for the purpose of assisting stranded motorist.
- Exposure to hazards due to traffic accidents, incorrect driving actions of others, working in adverse weather conditions.
- Daily use of: Agency vehicle, two-way radio, tire jack, jumper cables, four-way wrench and miscellaneous other small tools.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
- Sick & Vacation leave
- Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
- Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
- Fitness Centers in select locations
- Employee discounts with the STAR Program
- Retirement and deferred compensation programs
- Kansas Highway Patrol has both KPERS and KP&F eligible positions. If you have retired, you will have a waiting period before you can go back to work for a KPERS/ KP&F employer.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
