AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES SPECIALIST

MD; Maryland; On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Maryland State Police in Easton, MD, seeks a Police Pursuit Vehicle Specialist to repair and maintain MSP pursuit vehicles for safe operation across weather and road conditions. You will service engines, brakes, electrical systems, and emergency equipment, ensuring readiness of patrol fleets.

The role requires 3 years of automotive repair experience with major repair exposure and a strong focus on safety and reliability of law-enforcement vehicles.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an accredited vocational/technical high school with an automotive focus.
• Three years of experience servicing, maintaining and repairing motor vehicles, including one year performing major automotive repair.
• Substitutions include vocational/technical degree or US Armed Forces mechanic experience for the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Replace or repair MSP vehicles and schedule preventive maintenance.
• Diagnose and repair brake, steering, and electrical systems, including sensors and computers.
• Operate computer scan tools, document repairs, and prepare repair orders with parts receipts.
• Road test vehicles to verify safe operation and performance.
• Perform minor welding, torch work, and drill press; other duties as assigned.

Skills

Automotive repair

Vehicle maintenance

Electrical systems

Diagnostics

Education

High school/vocational automotive focus

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Introduction

It is important that all experience be fully documented. Failure
toANSWER ALL
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS SPECIFICALLY AND ACCURATELYmay
cause the candidate to be rejected.

• The application is part of the examination process. Your answers will determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the selection process.
• Clearly describe your qualifications in detail. Credit cannot be given for education, training, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities that you fail to indicate.
• Do not leave any answer spaces blank; if a question does not apply, write 'N/A'.
• Although you may attach a resume to further describe your qualification, it does not substitute for completing the application form. An incomplete application form may result in disqualification. Do NOT write 'see resume' in your work history or responses to supplemental questions.
• Failure to comply with these instructions may result in disqualification.
• Read the Job Announcement carefully for specific filing instructions, supplemental questions, and final filing dates.

GRADE

ASTD11

LOCATION OF POSITION

Department of Maryland State Police
Motor Vehicle Division
7053 Ocean Gateway
Easton, MD 21601

Main Purpose of Job

The position
functions as a Police Pursuit Vehicle Specialist and is responsible for the
repair and maintenance of all Police Pursuit vehicles owned by the Maryland
State Police, State Fire Marshal's Office and Vehicle Theft Prevention Council.
This position maintains vehicles which will at any given time; have to exceed
twice the posted speed limit, in all weather and road conditions. This position
ensures the safe and reliable operating condition of all Police Pursuit
vehicles. The safety of the Trooper as well as the motoring public traveling
the Maryland roadways is critical.

POSITION DUTIES

Replace or repair components on MSP vehicles and schedule
preventive maintenance. Replaces complete engine assemblies, replaces /
rebuilds entire rear differential assemblies to include axles, bearings and
gears. Replaces all components involved in engine tune-up, to include spark
plugs, ignition wires, coil packs, crank and cam sensors, timing belts and
distributors. Diagnose, replace or repair water pumps, power steering pump,
steering gear box and steering racks. Diagnose and repair brake systems to
include replacing brake pads, calipers, rotors and master cylinders. Diagnose,
repair or replace air conditioner components, to include evaporator units and
perform a leak test after charging with refrigerant.

Diagnose and repair mechanical / electrical malfunctions. Diagnose, repair or
replace electric windows, blower motors, alternator, electrical shorts, mass
air flow sensors, crank and cam sensors, coil packs, engine computers, cooling
sensors/relays, ABS systems and all other electrical components. Properly
Install, repair or replace electrical police equipment such as emergency
lights, sirens and shot gun racks.

Operate all computer scan tools, to diagnose repairs.
Prepare necessary paperwork on completed repairs. Properly
prepare 'Motor Vehicle Repair Order' for each vehicle serviced.
Attach a receipt or invoice to all work orders for all outside purchased parts.
Enter all inventory/stock and log all operation numbers, as per instructions on
back of MSP motor vehicle repair order, with minimal mistakes. Is able to take
on some of the supervisors' duties in their absence and still maintain their
scheduled repairs.

Road test vehicles, to ensure the safe operating condition.

Perform minor welding work, cutting torch work and operate drill press
Other duties as assigned by supervisory or Command personnel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Completion of the
eighth grade.

Experience: Three years of experience
servicing, maintaining and repairing motor vehicles or equipment, one year of
which must have involved responsibility for performing major automotive repair
work.

1. Graduation from an
   accredited vocational/technical high school with a major in automotive
   mechanics, or a related field, may be substituted for up to three years of the
   required experience.
2. Candidates may substitute
   U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in
   Mechanic classifications or Automotive Maintenance Technician and Vehicle
   Maintenance specialty codes in the Mechanic or maintenance field of work on a
   year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following
preferred qualifications. It is important that you include clear and specific
information on your application regarding your qualifications.

1. Three years’ experience repairing and maintaining all aspects of an automobile.
2. Current or previous experience completing major repairs to engines, brakes, suspension and electrical systems.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned
duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such
duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in
the State of Maryland.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employees in this classification are subject
to random substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland
Regulation 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

In accordance with Section 2-204 (b) (6) of
the Public Safety Article, candidates may be subject to an initial drug
screening, a physical examination and a complete criminal background
investigation to include a polygraph examination before permanent appointment
can be made. A criminal conviction may be grounds for rejection of the
candidate.

SELECTION PROCESS

Only candidates who meet the minimum
qualifications will be considered for this classification. Therefore, it is
essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your
application. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment Eligible
List categorized as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED and QUALIFIED and remain
eligible for consideration for at least one year from the date of examination.
The list will be used by the hiring manager to select employees.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Only candidates who meet the minimum
qualifications will be considered for this classification. Therefore, it is
essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your
application. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment Eligible
List categorized as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED and QUALIFIED and remain
eligible for consideration for at least one year from the date of examination.
The list will be used by the hiring manager to select employees.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

DEI STATEMENTS

• We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply.
• As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.
• Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
• It is the policy of the Maryland State Police to comply with all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting employment discrimination and to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, gender, identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, sexual orientation or any other protected status.