Vehicle Maintenance Technician I

Job Description:

Vehicle Maintenance Technician I

Description

Overview

The primary function of this position is to diagnose and repair minor tire, mechanical, and electrical systems, on police equipment according to safety requirements, and to maintain CCPD units. The VMT I inspect all the vehicles brought into the vehicle pool to ensure they are safe, clean and operate properly. This position monitors and maintains the vehicle status board to update personnel on unit availability. Duties include mount, balance, change tires, and transports Police Department units from, and to, service area and stations. The VMT I may perform minor mechanical repairs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Inspect all vehicles to ensure they are safe, clean and operate properly

• Clean vehicle interiors by sweeping vacuuming and wiping down interior and windows

• Wash the vehicles' exterior with pressure washer or at the City's wash rack

• Inspect vehicles for body damage, correct fluid levels, and correct tire pressure

• Transport Police Department units from, and to, service area and stations

• Maintain daily and weekly trip tickets and process and posts trip tickets on the status board daily

• Perform minor mechanical repairs as needed

• Schedule preventive maintenance with Service Writer

• Process work orders for repairs and services and deliver the vehicle to the Service Center or outside vendors for repairs

• Dispatch equipment and vehicles to City employees

• Provide rental documents to City employees for use of motor pool rental fleet and check returned documents for clarity and completeness

• Inspect vehicles for damage and deliver return paperwork to Service Writer

• Clean and maintain motor pool area

• Sweep and mop shops, bays, and offices as required by supervisor

• Preform yard work, to include mow, trim, edge, and pick up trash as required

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Non-Exempt - Full-Time- Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

• Must be available to work additional hours as needed

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement

• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED

• Six (6) months to one (1) year of experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hirin

• Must pass a Police background check at time of hire

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes

• Police Background Check: Yes

• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes

• Drug Screening: Yes

• Physical Exam: Yes

• Clearing House Query: No

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi

The City of Corpus Christi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

Closing Date/Time: July 7, 2026

Salary:

16.95-19.24 USD