Vehicle Operator II

City of Detroit • Michigan, MI

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About The Position

The Vehicle Operator II transports broken down, improperly parked, impounded, evidence, or otherwise indisposed vehicles. The role involves operating a tow truck and specialized recovery equipment, moving vehicles within impound lots, and communicating with dispatch and Detroit Police Department officers. The operator conducts pre- and post-trip inspections, follows safety regulations, and completes required paperwork.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and two years of experience operating special-purpose vehicles and equipment. A valid Michigan Commercial Driver License with a Group B designation and air-brake endorsement, or a Group A license, is required, as is a current Medical Examiner’s Certificate confirming fitness to drive under Michigan law. Candidates may be subject to a criminal background investigation. The Detroit Police Department’s pre-employment screening also includes review of social media accounts, and applicants must provide associated names or handles.

Requirements

• High school graduation or GED.
• Two years of experience operating special-purpose vehicles and equipment.
• Knowledge of operating and performing minor maintenance on special-purpose vehicles and equipment.
• Knowledge of traffic rules and regulations.
• Skill in operating special-purpose vehicles and equipment and associated auxiliary equipment.
• Ability to perform mechanical work, including minor emergency equipment repairs.
• Ability to interact effectively with other employees and the public.
• Valid State of Michigan Commercial Driver License with Group B designation and air-brake endorsement, or Group A.
• Current valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate certifying physical fitness for driving in accordance with the State of Michigan Motor Carrier Safety Act of 1998.
• Candidates may be subject to a criminal background investigation based on position requirements.
• Applicants must provide names and/or handles associated with their social media accounts as part of the Detroit Police Department’s pre-employment background screening.

Responsibilities

• Transport broken down, improperly parked, impounded, evidence, or otherwise indisposed vehicles.
• Load and unload vehicles or items from the tow truck.
• Use specialized equipment to recover vehicles, such as snatch blocks and skates.
• Move vehicles within impound lots.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Recover vehicles.
• Adhere to safety regulations.
• Complete paperwork and use an assigned radio to communicate with dispatch.
• Communicate with Detroit Police Department officers at the scene.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED