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An Ada County Emergency Vehicle Upfitter Technician performs upfits to all Ada County Sheriff’s Office and/or Ada County’s vehicles. Work is performed under well-established manufacturer’s guidelines and safety guidelines set forth by the Ada County Sheriff’s Office. The scope of work requires a high degree of accuracy, organization and attention to detail. This position is located in the Ada County Sheriff's Office, Administrative Services Bureau.
SHIFT INFORMATION
The shop operates seven days a week, with staff scheduled to work four 10-hour shifts.
BENEFITS
Low cost medical, dental, and vision insurances
Idaho PERSI retirement plan
Deferred Compensation plan 457(b) with a County match of up to 3%
Flexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent Care
Post-Employment Health Plan – 50% of unused sick leave above 240 hours
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
No cost basic life, accidental death, and short-term disability insurances
Eleven (11) paid holidays annually
Paid vacation leave, sick leave, and parental leave
No cost gym access at three (3) County owned gym facilities
Wellness Program
Optional 401(k) and/or Roth IRA
Visit
adacounty.id.gov/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits to view details regarding our full benefits package.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Upfits builds on light duty trucks cars, boats, buses, motorcycles' UTV and PWC;
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Utilize advanced diagnostic tools and software to troubleshoot modern vehicle electronic and mechanical systems;
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Understands automotive 12-volt system, proper diagnostics of 12 volt systems, and how to manipulate onboard vehicle system to meet agency needs;
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Can read and understand complex manufacture specific wire diagrams;
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Design, fabricate and install custom brackets, mounts, and hangers for police equipment;
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Prepare new patrol or detective vehicles for service;
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Install specialized law enforcement equipment, including overhead lights, sirens, radios, wiring harnesses, partitions, shotgun racks and wig-wag headlight systems;
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Changes, rotates and repairs tires ensuring proper wheel balancing;
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Replace front and rear brakes, repack wheel bearings, and bleeds brake systems as required;
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Perform manufacture scheduled maintenance;
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Conduct routine maintenance and servicing including oil changes, filter replacements, fluid flushes and lubrication.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
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May be asked to perform inspections and aid in investigations on vehicles that were involved in fatalities during accidents or the possible commission of a crime;
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Assists others on complex repairs and troubleshooting;
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Serve as a liaison between vehicle shop and commissioned deputies;
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Participate in monthly training to stay up to date with the latest vehicle technologies, diagnostic tools, and repair techniques;
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Performs related functions as required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Most of the work is performed inside a vehicle repair shop where it may be drafty, noisy and fumes from vehicles are usually present;
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Dirt, dust, and grease are always present;
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Vehicle fluids, such as battery acids and hydraulic fluids, may cause burns or irritate the skin;
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There is frequent exposure to hot, heavy and sharp components where there is always the possibility of cuts, bruises, shocks, burns, and strains;
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The incumbent makes repairs while the vehicle is overhead, and where the parts worked on are in hard to reach places;
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The incumbent must stand, bend, stretch, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions;
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Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds;
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The position requires work on hard surfaces for long periods of time. There may be times when the incumbent must crawl under vehicles and make repairs while on hard, rocky, dirty or damp surfaces.
Disclaimer
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. Ada County provides Veteran's Preference for all County jobs except for those deemed "key positions" in accordance with Title 65, Chapter 5 of Idaho Code.
