AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES SPECIALIST

Introduction

It is important that all experience be fully documented. Failure\r\nto�ANSWER ALL\r\nSUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS SPECIFICALLY AND ACCURATELY�may\r\ncause the candidate to be rejected.\r\n\r\nPLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY.\r\n�\r\n➢�The application is part of the\r\nexamination process. Your answers will determine your eligibility to\r\nparticipate in the next phase of the selection process.\r\n➢�Clearly describe your qualifications in\r\ndetail. Credit cannot be given for education, training, experience, knowledge,\r\nskills, and abilities that you fail to indicate.\r\n➢�Do not leave any answer spaces blank; if\r\na question does not apply, write 'N/A'.\r\n➢�Although you may attach a resume to\r\nfurther describe your qualification, it does not substitute for completing the\r\napplication form. An incomplete application form may result in\r\ndisqualification. Do NOT write 'see resume' in your work history or\r\nresponses to supplemental questions.\r\n➢�Failure to comply with these\r\ninstructions may result in disqualification.\r\n➢�Read the Job Announcement carefully for\r\nspecific filing instructions, supplemental questions, and final filing dates.\r\n�\r\n

GRADE

ASTD11\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

Department of Maryland State\r\nPolice\r\nMotor Vehicle Division\r\n7053 Ocean Gateway\r\nEaston, MD 21601\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

The position\r\nfunctions as a Police Pursuit Vehicle Specialist and is responsible for the\r\nrepair and maintenance of all Police Pursuit vehicles owned by the Maryland\r\nState Police, State Fire Marshal's Office and Vehicle Theft Prevention Council.\r\nThis position maintains vehicles which will at any given time; have to exceed\r\ntwice the posted speed limit, in all weather and road conditions. This position\r\nensures the safe and reliable operating condition of all Police Pursuit\r\nvehicles. The safety of the Trooper as well as the motoring public traveling\r\nthe Maryland roadways is critical.\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

Replace or repair components on MSP vehicles and schedule\r\npreventive maintenance. Replaces complete engine assemblies, replaces /\r\nrebuilds entire rear differential assemblies to include axles, bearings and\r\ngears. Replaces all components involved in engine tune-up, to include spark\r\nplugs, ignition wires, coil packs, crank and cam sensors, timing belts and\r\ndistributors. Diagnose, replace or repair water pumps, power steering pump,\r\nsteering gear box and steering racks. Diagnose and repair brake systems to\r\ninclude replacing brake pads, calipers, rotors and master cylinders. Diagnose,\r\nrepair or replace air conditioner components, to include evaporator units and\r\nperform a leak test after charging with refrigerant.\r\n\r\n\r\nDiagnose and repair mechanical / electrical malfunctions. Diagnose, repair or\r\nreplace electric windows, blower motors, alternator, electrical shorts, mass\r\nair flow sensors, crank and cam sensors, coil packs, engine computers, cooling\r\nsensors/relays, ABS systems and all other electrical components. Properly\r\nInstall, repair or replace electrical police equipment such as emergency\r\nlights, sirens and shot gun racks.\r\n\r\nOperate all computer scan tools, to diagnose repairs.\r\n�Prepare necessary paperwork on completed repairs. Properly\r\nprepare 'Motor Vehicle Repair Order' for each vehicle serviced.\r\nAttach a receipt or invoice to all work orders for all outside purchased parts.\r\nEnter all inventory/stock and log all operation numbers, as per instructions on\r\nback of MSP motor vehicle repair order, with minimal mistakes. Is able to take\r\non some of the supervisors' duties in their absence and still maintain their\r\nscheduled repairs.\r\n\r\nRoad test vehicles, to ensure the safe operating condition.\r\n\r\nPerform minor welding work, cutting torch work and operate drill press\r\nOther duties as assigned by supervisory or\r\nCommand personnel.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Completion of the\r\neighth grade.\r\nExperience: Three years of experience\r\nservicing, maintaining and repairing motor vehicles or equipment, one year of\r\nwhich must have involved responsibility for performing major automotive repair\r\nwork.\r\n�\r\nNotes:\r\n1. Graduation from an\r\naccredited vocational/technical high school with a major in automotive\r\nmechanics, or a related field, may be substituted for up to three years of the\r\nrequired experience.\r\n2. Candidates may substitute\r\nU.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in\r\nMechanic classifications or Automotive Maintenance Technician and Vehicle\r\nMaintenance specialty codes in the Mechanic or Maintenance field of work on a\r\nyear-for-year basis for the required experience.��\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following\r\npreferred qualifications. It is important that you include clear and specific\r\ninformation on your application regarding your qualifications.\r\n�\r\nPreferred Qualifications:�\r\n1)���Three years’\r\nexperience repairing and maintaining all aspects of an automobile.\r\n2)���Current or previous\r\nexperience completing major repairs to engines, brakes, suspension and\r\nelectrical systems.�\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned\r\nduties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such\r\nduties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in\r\nthe State of Maryland.\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employees in this classification are subject\r\nto random substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland\r\nRegulation 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.\r\n�\r\nIn accordance with Section 2-204 (b) (6) of\r\nthe Public Safety Article, candidates may be subject to an initial drug\r\nscreening, a physical examination and a complete criminal background\r\ninvestigation to include a polygraph examination before permanent appointment\r\ncan be made. A criminal conviction may be grounds for rejection of the\r\ncandidate.\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Only candidates who meet the minimum\r\nqualifications will be considered for this classification. Therefore, it is\r\nessential that you provide complete and accurate information on your\r\napplication. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment Eligible\r\nList categorized as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED and QUALIFIED and remain\r\neligible for consideration for at least one year from the date of examination.\r\nThe list will be used by the hiring manager to select employees.\r\n

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Only candidates who meet the minimum\r\nqualifications will be considered for this classification. Therefore, it is\r\nessential that you provide complete and accurate information on your\r\napplication. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment Eligible\r\nList categorized as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED and QUALIFIED and remain\r\neligible for consideration for at least one year from the date of examination.\r\nThe list will be used by the hiring manager to select employees.\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: Currently, applicants are limited to\r\nuploading one file. As a result, it is strongly urged that those applying upload\r\nALL required and additional documents (undergraduate and graduate transcripts,\r\nresumes, etc.) as one file. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit\r\nan application via mail. The Maryland State Application Form can be found\r\nonline.\r\nCompleted applications, required\r\ndocumentation and any required addendums may be mailed to:\r\n�Maryland State Police\r\nHuman Resources Division\r\n1201 Reisterstown Road\r\nPikesville, MD 21208\r\nATTN: Kirsten M. Clouse\r\nKirstenm.clouse@maryland.gov�\r\n*If you have any questions about this recruitment, please contact\r\nthe Maryland State Police at 410-653-4349.\r\n�*TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.\r\n�*We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and\r\nencourage them to apply.\r\n�*As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to\r\nrecruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the\r\nState’s diversity.\r\n�*Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.\r\n�It is the policy of the\r\nMaryland State Police to comply with all applicable federal and state laws\r\nprohibiting employment discrimination and to provide equal employment\r\nopportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to\r\nage, ancestry, color, gender, identity and expression, genetic information,\r\nmarital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious\r\naffiliation, belief or opinion, sex, sexual orientation or any other protected\r\nstatus.\r\n