What are the responsibilities and job description for the Motor Vehicle Technician position at Garfield County Colorado?
Application closing date: 8/7/2026
Hiring pay range: $20.12 - $24.14
Full pay range: $20.12 - $28.16
FLSA: Non-Exempt
- This position is eligible for additional bilingual pay differential
SUPERVISION:
Non-Supervisory.
GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:
Provide customer service to the general public; interact with outside organizations to obtain information; and perform clerical and administrative duties. The Technician is an entry level position and works under close supervision.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
(These duties are illustrative of typical essential responsibilities of the job, and may vary according to assignment)
- Greet all customers promptly. Assists customers at counter appropriately and provides the customer with accurate information and excellent customer service, answers basic motor vehicle and office questions; locate and provide documents and records. Fills out forms accurately.
- Answers telephones promptly, provide accurate and detailed information.
- Processes various documents, ensuring that all necessary forms are complete and accurate.
- Uses computer and software applications to accurately enter data; search databases; conduct research; create documents; and send emails.
- Receive and participate in training on motor vehicle policies, procedure, processes and application of Colorado statutes and legislation.
- Process Colorado motor vehicle titles and registrations, registration documents, validation of tabs, issue placards and temporary license permits.
- Training and understanding of Colorado fees in all motor vehicle transactions.
- Functions as cashier executes proper cash handling procedures; receives and processes cash, checks and/or credit card payments, balances cash drawer at the end of the day.
- Complete basic office housekeeping such as filing and organization of records.
- Contacts outside organizations to obtain and provide information.
- Maintains strict confidentiality of all records.
- Composes clear and grammatically correct written communication that is submitted to customers and financial institutions.
- Performs research on legal documents using State resources.
- May provide office support for Department Head/Official and Deputy.
Other duties as assigned.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
(Representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities expected of the position)
- Public Service: A commitment to the mission of providing exceptional services to the citizens of Garfield County. It is who we are, and what we do.
- Customer Service: A commitment to providing exceptional service to all customers (internal & external), which includes being helpful, professional, courteous, and taking the time to understand customer’s needs.
- Stewardship & Innovation: Is a good steward of public resources and looks for ways to be innovative and improve efficiency.
- Teamwork: Able to work together with a diverse group of people towards a shared goal, while considering the needs of others.
- Business Technology: Ability to utilize the technology required of the position and demonstrates a willingness to learn new technologies as required to assist the County in providing exceptional services, innovation, and work efficiencies.
- Communication: Proficient in communication, and able to communicate using the English language, including written, verbal, or other communication channels as required by the position.
BENEFITS:
- Medical, Vision, Dental
- Disability & Life Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Vacation & Sick Time
- Employee Wellness Programs
- Employee Gyms
To view the complete benefits information, please visit https://www.garfieldcountyco.gov/human-resources/benefits-brochure/
Salary : $20 - $28