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DPS - IOD - Motor Vehicle Technician III-V - 9418-

TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY DEPT 405

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Job overview

The Texas Department of Public Safety is hiring Motor Vehicle Technicians at levels III through V to maintain, diagnose, repair, and test agency vehicles. Duties vary by level and may include preparing vehicles for operation or disposal, coordinating repairs, estimating costs, requisitioning parts, and training technicians. The level V role leads automotive technicians and coordinates work with Communication Electronic Technicians.

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Skills

Vehicle MaintenanceAutomotive RepairVehicle DiagnosticsVehicle TestingTechnician Training

Full job description

Please paste the following URL into a browser to view the entire job posting on the CAPPS Careers page.https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psp/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FLandAction=UandFOCUS=ApplicantandSiteId=1andJobOpeningId=107297andPostingSeq=1Job DescriptionPLEASE NOTE: All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. In order to complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Recruit to Sign In https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psc/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?FOCUS=ApplicantandMotor Vehicle Technician III:Perform complex (journey-level) motor vehicle maintenance and repair work. Work involves diagnosing, repairing, and/or replacing malfunctioning parts and components; preparing new vehicles for operation and surplus vehicles for sale; and/or test driving vehicles to verify effectiveness of work performed. May train others. Work under general supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.Motor Vehicle Technician IV:Perform advanced motor vehicle maintenance and repair work. Work involves diagnosing, repairing, and/or replacing malfunctioning parts and components; preparing new vehicles for operation and surplus vehicles for sale; test driving vehicles to verify effectiveness of work performed; estimating repair costs, requisitioning parts and supplies; and training others. Work under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.Motor Vehicle Technician V (Lead):Perform highly advanced (senior-level) technical and skilled work as lead of automotive technician to service, maintain, repair, and test drive agency vehicles to ensure maximum operating effectiveness of agency vehicles within the limits of allocated resources. Work involves performing complex and technically advanced automotive repairs; verifying the effectiveness of work through test driving vehicles, and working closely with the Communication Electronic Technicians to schedule and coordinate repairs that require the expertise of both trades. Work is performed under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position.https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC\_Maintenance.pdfApplicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:Motor Vehicle Technician III:1. Repair or replace heavy drive-line components such as engines, transmissions and differentials to return the vehicle to factory operating condition.2. Diagnose, repair, and replace defective components, electronic elements, and vehicle system malfunctions through the use of service manuals, electronic testing, and diagnostic equipment and manual or pneumatic testing equipment.3. Operate a wide variety of hand, power and bench tools and a variety of diagnostic, measuring, and testing equipment in performance of assigned duties.4. Perform routine maintenance and service including but not limited to oil and filter changes, transmission service, tire service, front-end alignments, belt and hose replacements, and other related service work.5. Inspect and test drive new vehicles to evaluate for proper operation and verify the vehicle meets specifications.6. Evaluate, identify, and diagnose the verall condition of surplus vehicles and make the necessary repairs to prepare them for disposal.7. Perform State Motor Vehicle inspections.8. Document work performed and parts used.9. May perform service calls and wrecker runs statewide.10. May train technicians in proper repair procedures and the safe and correct use of tools and diagnostic equipment.11. May travel.12. Attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies.13. Perform other duties as assigned.Motor Vehicle Technician IV:1. Coordinate diagnostics, repairs, and replacements of defective components, electronic elements, and vehicle system malfunctions through the use of service manuals, electronic testing, and diagnostic equipment and manual or pneumatic testing equipment.2. Coordinate service calls and wrecker service statewide.3. Perform routine maintenance and service including but not limited to oil and filter changes, transmission service, tire service, front-end alignments, belt and hose replacements, and other related service work.4. Repair or replace heavy drive-line components such as engines, transmissions, and differentials to return the vehicle to factory operating condition.5. Inspect and test drive new vehicles to evaluate for proper operation and verify the vehicle meets specifications.6. Evaluate, identify, and diagnose the overall condition of surplus vehicles and make the necessary repairs to prepare them for disposal.7. Perform State Motor Vehicle inspections.8. Document work performed and parts used.9. Train technicians in proper repair procedures and the safe and correct use of tools and diagnostic equipment.10. May serve as the team lead in the absence of the Automotive Technician Team Leader.11. May travel.12. Attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies.13. Perform other duties as ass

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