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Examples of Duties:
Examples of Duties:
  • 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
Examples of Duties:
Examples of Duties:
  • 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
Minimum Qualifications:
Qualifications:
  • 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 proces includes a review of your social media account(s).To continue with the application process, you must provide all names and/or social media handles associated with your social media account(s); including but not limited to any of the following social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok, Twitter, Google, YouTube, Snapchat, LinkedIn, etc. 
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 the Teamsters Craft Unit Schedule as of the date of this specification's adoption (12/15/2011). 
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
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