Automotive Technician 2 - Portland

State of Oregon; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The Oregon State Police in Portland, Oregon is hiring for one full-time, permanent Automotive Technician 2 position in-office with no remote option. Qualified candidates will perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on OSP vehicles statewide, including installation of emergency equipment and CRU support during investigations.

Applicants must have four years of automotive/heavy equipment repair experience, appropriate vocational training, and a valid Oregon driver's license.

Qualifications

• Four years automotive and/or heavy equipment repair experience.
• Combination of relevant experience and automotive vocational/technical training sufficient for successful performance in the job.
• Maintain a valid-unrestricted Oregon State Driver’s License.
• Journey-level automotive repair knowledge (engines, transmissions, brakes, electrical systems).

Responsibilities

• Maintain, diagnose, and repair OSP vehicles statewide to ensure operational safety and reliability under extreme conditions.
• Perform preventive maintenance and complex mechanical repairs.
• Install/de-install emergency equipment as needed.
• Support the Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) with mechanical inspections during investigations.
• Follow standardized procedures and safety protocols.

Skills

Automotive repair

Heavy equipment repair

Diagnostics using equipment

Preventive maintenance

Education

ASE Master Technician (Automobile/Light Truck)

ASE Master Technician (Medium-Heavy Truck)

HEV/BEV certifications (SAE)

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Fleet management systems

Computerized diagnostics

Job description

Initial Posting Date:

10/26/2026

Application Deadline:

01/18/2027

Agency:

Oregon State Department of Police

Salary Range:

$4,519 - $6,900

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Automotive Technician 2 - Portland

Job Description:

The Oregon State Police in Portland, Oregon is hiring for one (1) Full-Time, Permanent Automotive Technician 2 position. This is an in-office position without the opportunity for a remote or hybrid work schedule.

Studies have shown that people from underrepresented backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet all the qualifications and preferred skills described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and recognize that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. If you meet key qualifications for the job and believe you would be a good fit, we encourage you to apply; please use your resume and cover letter to address your qualifications and the preferred skills for this position.

If you are a current OSP AFSCME employee and you wish to receive preference as an internal applicant, you must apply in Workday by end of day on 11/09/2026. If you apply after this time, you will not receive internal preference, and your interview materials will be reviewed along with external applicants. This recruitment will remain open until 01/18/2027, or until filled, with application review dates occurring approximately every two weeks beginning 11/09/2026. We may close the announcement at any time after this date when we have received an adequate number of applications.

If you require an alternate format to complete the employment process, or to request a copy of the position description, please contact [e-mail] and reference REQ-208872.

The salary listed is the non-PERS (Public Employee Retirement System) qualifying salary range. Prior to applying you should ensure all sections of your Workday Job History page is accurate and complete. This information is utilized during the pay equity analysis phase.

The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.

Summary of Job Duties:

The primary purpose of this position is to perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of OSP Vehicles statewide, ensuring operational safety and reliability under extreme conditions.

In this position, your duties will include preventive maintenance, complex mechanical repairs, and occasional installation/de-installation of emergency equipment. Additionally, you will support the Collision Reconstruction Unit (CRU) by conducting mechanical inspections during criminal investigations, following standardized procedures and safety protocols.

Minimum Qualifications/Eligibility Requirements:

• Four years of automotive and/or heavy equipment repair experience;
• A combination of relevant experience and automotive vocational/technical training sufficient for successful performance in the job.

Special certifications are desired qualifications. Not having these certifications will not eliminate you from consideration.

• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Master Technician certifications in Automobile/Light Truck and/or Medium-Heavy Truck.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and/or Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) Certifications in High Energy Vehicles (HEV)/ Hybrid/Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV).

Special Qualifications:

• Maintain a valid-unrestricted Oregon State Driver’s License.
• Journey-level automotive repair knowledge (engines, transmissions, brakes, electrical systems).
• Ability to obtain and maintain Forklift Operator Certification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain ASE Master Mechanic Certification.
• CRU Training completion prior to deployment.

Preferred Skills:

• Skill in using specialized diagnostic equipment to identify operating errors.
• Skill in inspecting malfunctioning equipment and determining a plan for repair, modification, or replacement.
• Skill in completing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
• Competence with computerized diagnostic tools and fleet management systems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with evidence handling protocols.

Selection Process:

• Interview

This recruitment announcement will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

The use of outside resources such as Artificial Intelligence software during applicant skill assessments, examinations, and/or interviews is prohibited unless otherwise stated by the hiring agency. Unauthorized use of outside resources during the hiring process will result in disqualification.

• This position is covered by an AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement. Current OSP AFSCME Local 896 employees who meet the minimum qualifications of this position will be given preference in the selection process. Current OSP employees should refer to the Filling of Vacancies policy for additional information.

The Oregon State Police does not offer visa sponsorships.

U.S. Veteran and/or Oregon National Guard Servicemember Status Designation:

Eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former) who meet the qualifications of the position will be awarded candidate preference.

For more information, please visit Veterans Resources

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