Vehicle Operator II

City of Detroit; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Detroit is hiring a Tow Truck Operator to support impounded and disabled vehicles. You will load and unload, recover vehicles using specialized equipment, and perform pre/post trip inspections while maintaining safety standards.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and at least two years' experience operating special purpose vehicles. CDL-B with Air Brake Endorsement (or Group A) is required, with background checks and social media screening in the process.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of operating and minor maintenance of special purpose vehicles and equipment.
• Knowledge of traffic rules and regulations.
• Skill in operating special purpose vehicles and equipment and associated auxiliary equipment.
• Ability to perform mechanical work, including minor emergency repairs to equipment.
• Ability to interact effectively with other employees and the public.
• High school graduation or GED.

Responsibilities

• Transport broken down, improperly parked, impounded, evidence or otherwise indisposed vehicles.
• Load and unload vehicles or items from the tow truck.
• Use specialized equipment to recover vehicles (snatch blocks, skates, etc.).
• Move vehicles within the impound lots.
• Pre/Post trip inspections.
• Vehicle Recovery.
• Adhere to safety regulations.
• Complete paperwork and manage assigned radio to communicate with dispatch.
• Communicate with DPD Officers at the scene.

Skills

Vehicle operation

Maintenance basics

Traffic rules

Emergency repairs

Public interaction

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Transport broken down, improperly parked, impounded, evidence or otherwise indisposed vehicles.
• Load and unload vehicles or items from the tow truck
• Use specialized equipment to recover vehicles (snatch blocks, skates, etc.)
• Move vehicles within the impound lots
• Pre/Post trip inspections
• Vehicle Recovery
• Adhere to safety regulations
• Complete paperwork and manage assigned radio to communicate with dispatch
• Communicate with DPD Officers at the scene

Education Requirements with Training and Experience

• High school graduation or GED.
• Two (2) years’ of experience in the operation of special purpose vehicles and equipment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of operating and minor maintenance of special purpose vehicles and equipment.
• Knowledge of traffic rules and regulations.
• Skill in operating special purpose vehicles and equipment and associated auxiliary equipment.
• Ability to perform mechanical work, including minor emergency repairs to equipment.
• Ability to interact effectively with other employees and the public.

Licenses, Certifications, and Other Special Requirements:

• Valid State of Michigan Commercial Driver License with Group B Designation and Air Brake Endorsement or Group A.
• A current valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate certifying physical fitness for driving in accordance with State of Michigan Motor Carrier safety Act of 1998.
• Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.
• The Detroit Police Department's pre-employment background screening process includes a review of your social media account(s).

NOTE: The preexisting education requirement (completion of eight grades of schooling) will apply to current employees promoted or certified to this classification who were affiliated with Teamsters Local 214 in a classification listed in

Supplemental Information:

Evaluation Plan

• Interview:P/F
• Evaluation of Training, Experience &Personal Qualifications:100%
• Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%

Additional points may be awarded for:

• Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points
• Detroit Residency Credit: 15 point