Automotive Service Technician

Ada County Sheriff's Office; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Ada County Sheriff's Office seeks a full-time Automotive Technician to perform comprehensive diagnostics and repairs on a variety of patrol vehicles and equipment. You will service transmissions, electrical systems, and routine maintenance in a shop environment, ensuring readiness for law enforcement duties.

The role requires ASE certifications, strong mechanical knowledge, and the ability to use diagnostic tools and test equipment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must obtain and maintain ASE A4 (Steering & Suspension) within 6 months of hire.
• Must obtain and maintain ASE A5 (Brakes) within 6 months of hire.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, components, and installation processes.
• Knowledge of safety protocols related to automotive maintenance and repair.
• Skill in component replacement, system adjustments, and routine maintenance.
• Skill in diagnosing tools, repair techniques, and industry standard practices.
• Skill in lubricating and greasing automotive equipment;
• Ability to effectively use tools, test equipment, and perform precision repairs.

Responsibilities

• Performs bumper to bumper diagnostics and repairs on light duty trucks, cars, boats, buses, and PWCs.
• Utilizes advanced diagnostic tools and software to troubleshoot modern vehicle electronic and mechanical systems.
• Services automatic transmissions and drivetrain components; conducts routine maintenance incl. oil changes and filter replacements.
• Changes, rotates, and repairs tires with proper wheel balancing; diagnoses and repairs electrical systems and emission controls.
• Performs minor tune-ups and replaces spark plugs, distributor caps, rotors, and ignition wires.
• Replaces brakes, repacks wheel bearings, and bleeds brake systems; replaces belts, hoses, water pumps, and thermostats.

Skills

ASE A4

ASE A5

Diagnostics

Electrical schematics

Safety protocols

Education

High school diploma

ASE A4 certification

ASE A5 certification

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Test equipment

Job description

General Summary

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• Please Note: This is a continuous job posting and will remain open

until a sufficient number of qualified applications are received. The posting may close at any time without notice. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

Essential Functions

• Performs bumper to bumper diagnostics and repairs on light duty

trucks and cars, boats, busses, and PWCs;

• Utilize advanced diagnostic tools and software to troubleshoot

modern vehicle electronic and mechanical systems;

• Services automatic transmissions and drivetrain components;
• Conduct routine maintenance and servicing including oil changes,

filter replacements, fluid flushes and lubrication;

• Changes, rotates and repairs tires ensuring proper wheel balancing;
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems, fuel injection systems,

emission controls, and hybrid/electric vehicle components as applicable;

• Performs minor tune-ups, replaces sparkplugs, distributor caps,

rotors, and ignition wires as required;

• Replace front and rear brakes, repack wheel bearings, and bleeds

brake systems as required;

• Replaces belts, hoses, gaskets, water pumps, fuel pumps,

thermostats, heater cores, and other repairs, as required;

• Prepares new patrol or detective vehicles for service;
• Install specialized law enforcement equipment, including overhead

lights, sirens, radios, wiring harnesses, partitions, shotgun racks and wig-wag headlight systems;

• Design, fabricate and install custom brackets, mounts, and hangers

for police equipment; and

• Perform manufacture scheduled maintenance.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

• May be asked to perform inspections and aid in investigations on

vehicles that were involved in fatalities during accidents or the possible commission of a crime;

• Assists others on complex repairs and troubleshooting;
• Serve as a liaison between vehicle shop and commissioned deputies;
• Participate in monthly training to stay up to date with the latest

vehicle technologies, diagnostic tools, and repair techniques;

• Performs related functions as required.

Job Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma

or equivalent;

• Must possess or obtain and maintain an ASE A4 (Steering and

Suspension) and ASE A5 (Brakes) within 6 months of hire;

• Knowledge of mechanical systems, components, and installation

processes;

• Knowledge of safety protocols related to automotive maintenance and

repair;

• Skill in component replacement, system adjustments, and routine

maintenance;

• Skill in diagnosing tools, repair techniques, and industry standard

practices;

• Skill in lubricating and greasing automotive equipment;
• Ability to effectively use tools, test equipment, and perform

precision repairs;

• Ability to determine when parts should be cleaned and reinstalled,

or replaced;

• Ability to understand and effectively carry out verbal and written

instructions;

• Ability to read and understand electrical drawings & schematics; and
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship

with others.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must appear before an oral board and successfully complete a

polygraph, credit check, and background investigation;

• Must be comfortable with and be able to safely handle loaded

firearms;

• Must be comfortable around police dogs;
• Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license;
• This position has been designated safety sensitive and therefore the

incumbent is subject to random drug testing.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Most of the work is performed inside a vehicle repair shop where it may be drafty, noisy and fumes from vehicles are usually present; Dirt, dust, and grease are always present; Vehicle fluids, such as battery acids and hydraulic fluids, may cause burns or irritate th