Job Title: Police Fleet Service Assistant
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
DEADLINE: Attach any required documents, i.e., Transcripts, Certificates, diploma and Motor Vehicle Record, to your online application by midnight on the closing date. Late Applications or documents will not be considered.
Job Number: 25-176
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Department: Gila River Police Department
City: Sacaton, AZ
Location: 637 W. Gu U Ki Street
Area of Interest: Public Safety
Salary/ Hourly Rate: $20.25 – $25.65 Hourly
Tribal Driving Permit Required: Yes
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
The Fleet Service Assistant position will assist the Fleet Coordinator in the day-to-day functions of fleet management. This position is responsible for all aspects of fleet maintenance such as movement of fleet vehicles and equipment, assisting in minor fleet repairs such as changing batteries, tires, and wipers. Will prepare vehicles for service to include refueling and cleaning, as directed by the Police Fleet Coordinator.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Reviews fleet status, analyzes fleet equipment usage, and makes recommendation to the Fleet Coordinator.
- Under the direction of the Fleet Coordinator allocates and distributes vehicles to assigned personnel.
- Moves and stages vehicles for service and move to and from various service vendors.
- Conducts daily inspections for damage or mechanical problems.
- Performs regular vehicle maintenance such as jump starts vehicles with jumper cables, replaces batteries, changes flat tires and re-install specific emergency equipment from patrol vehicles i.e. radars, mobile radios, and MDT Decks. Inspect and clean vehicles as needed.
- Maintain records and invoices on all malfunctioning or broken fleet equipment repaired and replaced by vendor. Maintains files on all monthly vehicle fuel logs and distributes fuel cards to appropriate driver(s). Maintains databases to include but not limited to: current assigned fleet vehicles, preventive maintenance service schedule, vehicle calibration results, specialized equipment used or potentially usable for special details.
- Schedules the installation and maintenance of aftermarket equipment with vendors. Pick up and deliver parts to vendors as needed. Ensure each vehicle is equipped with the required documentation.
- Serves as a liaison with various departments and outside vendors.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:
- Knowledge of automotive/emergency equipment resources, suppliers, and alternatives for specialized materials and equipment used in the automotive repair industry.
- Knowledge of computers, and programs; Microsoft Office, Excel and Word.
- Ability to develop and maintain cooperative and professional relationships with employees, vendors, and the public. Effectively respond to and resolves vendor inquires.
- Ability to evaluate the best methods of research and exercises appropriate judgment in establishing priorities and resolving matters.
- Ability to consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions and to choose the most appropriate one.
- Ability to exert light physical effort, sit or stand for long periods of time.
- Ability to lift, carry, push and/or pull of objects and material of 5-50 pounds.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in written format.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High School diploma or GED and a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in warehousing, procurement, vehicle maintenance, repair and troubleshooting, or customer service; or any combination of education, training, experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the functions of the position.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be a United States Citizen and at least 21 years of age.
- Not been found guilty of, or entered a plea of nolo contendere or guilty, to any felony offense or any of two or more misdemeanor offenses under Federal, State, or Tribal law involving crimes of violence, sexual assault, molestation, exploitation, contact or prostitution, crimes against persons, or offenses committed against children.
- No convictions of a felony or any offense that would be considered a felony if committed in the State of Arizona, includes offenses involving domestic violence.
- Not have been dishonorably discharged from the United States Armed Forces.
- Possess and maintain a valid Arizona Driver’s License with less than three traffic violations (civil or misdemeanor offense) within the last 39 months as a condition of employment.
- Not have illegally possessed or used marijuana for any purpose within the past three years.
- Clear Federal Regulated Adjudication 25 Code of Federal Regulation §§ 63, Executive Order (E.O) 12968, the Gun Control Act of 1968 (Pub. L. 90-618); the Crime Control Act of 1990 (Pub. L. 101-647), and the requirements of the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act, as amended (Pub. L. 101-630) – Background clearance every five (5) years
- Pass pre-employment testing: physical or ability written test, selection interview review board, polygraph and drug screen.
- Required to pass a background check and fingerprint clearance as a condition of employment and must continue to maintain throughout duration of employment.
- Required to obtain a Tribal Driving permit.
- Required to obtain a Tribal Operator’s permit. Valid state driver’s license with a current proof of driving record for the past 39 months will be required to qualify for a tribal driving permit. Proof of driving record must be submitted with application and must not be more than 60 days old from the date of submission of the application.
Non-Supervisory, Hourly Position
Reports to Chief of Police or Designee
BENEFITS:
The Gila River Indian Community offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes; vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability benefits.
Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indian candidates in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, U.S. Code, Section 472 and 473). The Gila River Indian Community is also committed to achieving the full and equal opportunity without discrimination because of Race, Religion, Color, Sex, National Origin, Politics, Marital Status, Physical Handicap, Age or Sexual Orientation. In other than the above, the Gila River Indian Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
If you are claiming Preference in one or more of the following categories please attach a copy of the required documentation to the completed Employment Application.
Preference for Community Members (with proof of enrollment)
Preference for Native Americans (must meet membership requirement of a federally recognized Tribe.)
Preference point for Spouse of Community Member (with proof of spouse enrollment)
Preference point for Veteran (must meet statutory requirements)
HUMAN RESOURCES WILL NOT MAKE COPIES OF APPLICATIONS OR DOCUMENTS BEING SUBMITTED.
Visit our GRIC website and apply online: www.gilariver.org