Vehicle Maintenance Technician I
About The Position
The primary function of this position is to diagnose and repair minor tire, mechanical, and electrical systems, on police equipment according to safety requirements, and to maintain CCPD units. The VMT I inspect all the vehicles brought into the vehicle pool to ensure they are safe, clean and operate properly. This position monitors and maintains the vehicle status board to update personnel on unit availability. Duties include mount, balance, change tires, and transports Police Department units from, and to, service area and stations. The VMT I may perform minor mechanical repairs as needed. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED
- Six (6) months to one (1) year of experience
- A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hiring
- Must pass a Police background check at time of hire
- Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:
- Criminal Background Check: Yes
- Police Background Check: Yes
- Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes
- Drug Screening: Yes
- Physical Exam: Yes
Responsibilities
- Inspect all vehicles to ensure they are safe, clean and operate properly
- Clean vehicle interiors by sweeping vacuuming and wiping down interior and windows
- Wash the vehicles' exterior with pressure washer or at the City's wash rack
- Inspect vehicles for body damage, correct fluid levels, and correct tire pressure
- Transport Police Department units from, and to, service area and stations
- Maintain daily and weekly trip tickets and process and posts trip tickets on the status board daily
- Perform minor mechanical repairs as needed
- Schedule preventive maintenance with Service Writer
- Process work orders for repairs and services and deliver the vehicle to the Service Center or outside vendors for repairs
- Dispatch equipment and vehicles to City employees
- Provide rental documents to City employees for use of motor pool rental fleet and check returned documents for clarity and completeness
- Inspect vehicles for damage and deliver return paperwork to Service Writer
- Clean and maintain motor pool area
- Sweep and mop shops, bays, and offices as required by supervisor
- Preform yard work, to include mow, trim, edge, and pick up trash as required
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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
1,001-5,000 employees
