Emergency Vehicle Upfitter

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## General Summary

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An Ada County Emergency Vehicle Upfitter Technician performs upfits to

all Ada County Sheriffs Office and/or Ada Countys vehicles. Work is

performed under well-established manufacturers guidelines and safety

guidelines set forth by the Ada County Sheriffs Office. The scope of

work requires a high degree of accuracy, organization and attention to

detail. This position is located in the Ada County Sheriff\'s Office,

Administrative Services Bureau.

## Essential Functions

• Upfits builds on light duty trucks cars, boats, buses, motorcycles
  
  

UTV and PWC;

• Utilize advanced diagnostic tools and software to troubleshoot
  
  

modern vehicle electronic and mechanical systems;

• Understands automotive 12-volt system, proper diagnostics of 12 volt
  
  

systems, and how to manipulate onboard vehicle system to meet agency

needs;

• Can read and understand complex manufacture specific wire diagrams;
• Design, fabricate and install custom brackets, mounts, and hangers
  
  

for police equipment;

• Prepare new patrol or detective vehicles for service;
• Install specialized law enforcement law enforcement equipment,
  
  

including overhead lights, sirens, radios, wiring harnesses,

partitions, shotgun racks and wig-wag headlight systems;

• Changes, rotates and repairs tires ensuring proper wheel balancing;
• Replace front and rear brakes, repack wheel bearings, and bleeds
  
  

brake systems as required;

• Perform manufacture scheduled maintenance;
• Conduct routine maintenance and servicing including oil changes,
  
  

filter replacements, fluid flushes and lubrication.

**ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS**

• May be asked to perform inspections and aid in investigations on
  
  

vehicles that were involved in fatalities during accidents or the

possible commission of a crime;

• Assists others on complex repairs and troubleshooting;
• Serve as a liaison between vehicle shop and commissioned deputies;
• Participate in monthly training to stay up to date with the latest
  
  

vehicle technologies, diagnostic tools, and repair techniques;

• Performs related functions as required.
  
  

## Job Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma
  
  

or equivalent;

• Must possess and maintain the following ASE certifications: A4
  
  

(Steering and Suspension), A5 (Brakes), and A6

(Electrical/Electronic Systems);

• Must possess or obtain and maintain an Emergency Vehicle Technician
  
  

(EVT) certification within 1 year of hire date;

• Must possess or obtain and maintain a Sound Off Signal certification
  
  

within 1 year of hire date;

• Knowledge of mechanical systems, components, and installation
  
  

processes;

• Knowledge of safety protocols related to automotive maintenance and
  
  

repair;

• Skill in component replacement, system adjustments, and routine
  
  

maintenance;

• Skill in diagnosing tools, repair techniques, and industry standard
  
  

practices;

• Skill in lubricating and greasing automotive equipment;
• Ability to effectively use tools, test equipment, and perform
  
  

precision repairs;

• Ability to determine when parts should be cleaned and reinstalled,
  
  

or replaced;

• Ability to understand and effectively carry out verbal and written
  
  

instructions; and

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship
  
  

with others.

**OTHER REQUIREMENTS**

• Must appear before an oral board and successfully complete a
  
  

polygraph and background check;

• Must be comfortable with and be able to safely handle loaded
  
  

firearms;

• Must be comfortable around police dogs;
• Must possess and maintain a valid drivers license;
• This position has been designated safety sensitive and therefore the
  
  

incumbent is subject to random drug testing.

## Work Environment & Physical Demands

Most of the work is performed inside a vehicle repair shop where it may

be drafty, noisy and fumes from vehicles are usually present;

Dirt, dust, and grease are always present;

Vehicle fluids, such as battery acids and hydraulic fluids, may cause

burns or irritate the skin;

There is frequent exposure to hot, heavy and sharp components where

there is al