Description
Overview
The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking a part-time Vehicle & Equipment Technician.
This position will primarily operate the Department's rollback wrecker and assist with vehicle repairs/vehicle decommissioning. Wrecker trips to some of the State Police offices can take up to eight (8) hours to complete, so long road trips should be expected. These trips can be required for picking up crashed vehicles, vehicles needing larger repairs, or for transferring evidence to a secure area.
This position can work up to 24 hours a week, and these hours can be scheduled as needed to support the mission of the Fleet Services office. The Technician's work will be completed under the general management of the shop Supervisor, and the position will work closely with other Technicians.
This position, Part-Time DPS Vehicle & Equipment Technician (Job Requisition #51964), is open to all State employees and external applicants. This is a temporary position. Temporary work is typically for variable hours and is not expected to be full-time. The State does not guarantee 40 hours of work per week.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact David Tifft at david.tifft@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
PUBLIC SAFETY BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position to include Motor Vehicle/Criminal Records, Personal History, Credit and any additional background check(s).
Duties are generally performed in the public safety garage, but some work at remote facilities may be required. Incumbents will be required to operate a truck or other state vehicles in order to make repairs or recoveries and require a valid Vermont driver's license. Sufficient physical strength is needed to perform duties which may require lifting weights of as much as 80 pounds. Exposure to noise, vehicles in operation, petroleum products and paint odors are probable. Some risk of injury is inherent in this position. Overtime work may be required.
Minimum QualificationsFour (4) years or more of experience servicing, maintaining, and repairing of automotive equipment.
Preferred QualificationsCompletion of trade school or technician program, or other relevant training or certification.
Experience with diagnostics and/or welding.
Special RequirementsA valid driver's license is required.
A Vermont Inspection license may be required within 60 days of employment.
Incumbent must provide the tools required for this position.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 80 pounds
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.Apply on company website