Motorist Assist Technician
Job ID #: 208634
Location: Olathe / Johnson County
Job Posting Closes: Open Until Filled
Who can apply: Anyone
Unclassified Service
Full-Time
Benefits Eligible
Work Schedule: Days, Shift, Weekends
Compensation: Annual Salary: $32,718 Hourly Pay: $15.73
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Position Summary: Assist motorists with vehicle and travel problems by fixing tires; providing basic temporary mechanical assistance, directions, gasoline, water/antifreeze; removing disabled vehicles from the highway; calling for wrecker service. Assist motorist at traffic crashes; protect the crash scene; call for law enforcement officers, service vehicles or emergency vehicles; provides emergency first aide/CPR to victims of crashes until medical personnel arrive; move involved vehicles to shoulder of roadway. Provide transportation of motorists to nearest service station/motels/other shelter. Reports problems with general highway conditions. Checks all unattended vehicles in order to inform dispatchers and law enforcement officers.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: Regular, reliable, dependable, performance is an essential function. Constant contact with general public for the purpose of assisting stranded motorist. Exposure to hazards due to traffic accidents, incorrect driving actions of others, working in adverse weather conditions. Daily use of: Agency vehicle, two-way radio, tire jack, jumper cables, four-way wrench and miscellaneous other small tools.
For a full position description email request to KHP.Career@KS.GOV , please include the Job ID #. Apply online at https://jobs.sok.ks.gov/psc/sokhrprdcg/APPLICANT/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=208634&PostingSeq=1
Qualifications:
Education: High School diploma or equivalent
Licensing: Valid Driver’s License
Minimum Qualifications: Experience with motor vehicle construction, maintenance, and minor repair highly desired.
Preferred Qualifications: Basic mechanical experience. Knowledge of mechanical structure of vehicles, repair procedures and first aid and CPR. Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing under stressful circumstances; use proper spelling and grammar with proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements: Must submit to and pass a background check. Lift up to 75 lbs., stoop, bend, reach, and twist with arms and body.
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Contact Information: LT. Mitch Mellick
Email: Mitch.Mellick@KS.GOV
Phone: 913-782-8100