Elite Police Pursuit Vehicle Technician

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 42,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Maryland, through the Maryland State Police, Motor Vehicle Division, seeks a Police Pursuit Vehicle Specialist responsible for the repair and preventive maintenance of all pursuit vehicles. The role ensures safe, reliable operation, even in high-speed conditions and adverse weather, protecting troopers and public safety.

Responsibilities include diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, servicing brakes and suspensions, and maintaining police equipment such as emergency lights

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.
• Notes: Graduation from an accredited vocational/technical high school with a major in automotive mechanics may substitute for up to three years of the required experience.
• Notes: Military service in Mechanic classifications or Automotive Maintenance Technician can substitute year-for-year for the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Replace or repair components on MSP vehicles and schedule preventive maintenance.
• Replace engine assemblies and rebuild rear differentials including axles and gears.
• Install or repair electrical systems and equipment on police vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair brakes, steering, and engine components.
• Operate scan tools and document work orders with receipts for parts.
• Road test vehicles to verify safe operating condition.
• Perform minor welding and shop duties as needed.
• Support supervisory duties in their absence.

Skills

Automotive repair

Vehicle maintenance

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Documentation

Education

Eighth grade completion

Vocational/technical automotive education

Job description

The State of Maryland, through the Maryland State Police, Motor Vehicle Division, seeks a Police Pursuit Vehicle Specialist responsible for the repair and preventive maintenance of all pursuit vehicles. The role ensures safe, reliable operation, even in high-speed conditions and adverse weather, protecting troopers and public safety.

Responsibilities include diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, servicing brakes and suspensions, and maintaining police equipment such as emergency lights