What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Maintenance Technician position at City of Alameda?
ABOUT APD
The Police Department is currently authorized a staff of 88 officers and 36 professional full-time personnel and is responsible for protecting the City’s residents, property owners and businesses. The department fosters a problem-solving, community policing philosophy and works collaboratively with policymakers, the City Manager’s Office, and the community to address problems of crime and property damage.Under the leadership of Chief Nishant Joshi, the Alameda Police Department is organized into the Bureau of Field Services and the Bureau of Support Services. Field Services include the Patrol Division; Support Services include the Traffic Division, Investigative, Technical, and Administrative services.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Under general supervision, the Police Maintenance Technician performs non-sworn police work and support duties involved in Police Department maintenance services and technical services, including the maintenance and repair of the Police Department building, facilities and equipment, and the inspection and maintenance of police vehicles and accessories; performs other related work as required.Benefits of Employment
For a comprehensive listing of benefits, see the Benefit Matrix here.
- CalPERS Retirement: Classic Members: 2% at 55 formula, 8.868% contribution; New Members 2% @ 62 formula, 8.75% contribution.
- Medical: The City contracts with CalPERS to provide comprehensive health coverage to employees. Multiple HMO and PPO plans available
- Dental: Comprehensive dental coverage provided to employees and their eligible dependents.
- Vacation: Starting with 80 hours annually and increasing with years of service.
- Holidays: 11 City Holidays
- Floating Holidays: 5.5 floating days
- Sick Leave: 96 hours annually; unused sick leave is converted to service credit at retirement
Positions in this classification perform both routine and highly responsible specialized maintenance work in the Police Department and may be responsible for the independent performance of particularly difficult or specialized maintenance work. Work in the class is characterized by the independence with which the incumbent is expected to operate and by the more technical aspects or overall complexity of the work. Incumbents are able to perform the full range of duties assigned with only occasional instructions or assistance as unusual or unique situations arise and are fully aware of operating policies and procedures.
- Performs repair and maintenance of the Police Department building, facilities and equipment, including general janitorial services; routine building, electrical, and plumbing maintenance; workstation computer installation, and general maintenance services.
- Performs routine repair and maintenance of specialized Police Department building and operating systems and equipment including security systems, HVAC/boiler systems, fire prevention systems, generators, alcohol test simulators.
- Performs routine basic repair and maintenance of police vehicles; coordinates larger vehicle repair and maintenance with Public Works Fleet Maintenance personnel.
- Performs troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of specialized police vehicle equipment including mobile computer monitors and software, light bars, sirens, and light and siren controllers.
- Assists with installation and set up of workstation computers and various other equipment.
- Prepares and maintains various reports, logs, inventories and records; requisitions supplies, materials and equipment.
- Assists with various other Police activities including conducting surveys and studies, routine report or investigation follow up, and transporting materials and supplies,
- As necessary, responds to and assists at crime scenes and in other police activities.
Education/Experience
Any combination equivalent to education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
Graduation from high school. Additional specialized training in facility maintenance, the building trades or a related field is desirable.
Experience
Two years of responsible custodial and facilities maintenance experience and substantial electronics installation and maintenance experience requiring interpretation of complex instructions and rules.
Knowledge
Knowledge of modern practices, procedures, equipment and tools used in building and facilities maintenance and in electronics installation and maintenance; principles and practices of routine vehicle fleet maintenance; modern records maintenance practices and procedures; and safe work practices and procedures.
Ability
Ability to perform assigned work with speed and accuracy; operate computer equipment, a variety of office equipment and specialized police department equipment; read, interpret, apply and explain various codes, regulations, manuals, maps, etc.; establish and maintain accurate records; prepare reports concerning areas of assignment; communicate effectively; act with resourcefulness, courtesy and initiative; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Special Requirements
Willingness and/or ability to respond to after-hours emergency calls as required, and successfully pass a background investigation.
Other Requirements
Possession of a valid California Driver's License and satisfactory driving record as a condition of initial and continued employment.
SELECTION PROCESS:
The examination process may include an application and supplemental questionnaire evaluation, a personal history statement (PHS), and/or an oral interview. The examination process may test for, but is not limited to, the essential knowledge and abilities listed in the job specification and announcement and will be designed to provide a comprehensive review of each candidate's technical knowledge and overall suitability for the position. Qualified applicants will be notified of the exact date, time, and location of examinations approximately two weeks in advance.
Candidates passing all components of the examination process will be placed on an Eligible List. A list of names is certified to the department(s) having vacancies based on the type of examination conducted pursuant to the provision of the City's Civil Service Rules. Final selection will be made from the Eligible List by the Department Head subject to approval by the City Manager. The Department Head may utilize additional selection procedures to make a final hiring decision. Placement on an Eligible List does not guarantee employment. The selection process may be evaluated and revised based on the number of qualified applicants. Federal law requires that prior to employment, you must furnish proof of your identity and eligibility for employment in the United States, as required by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE CREDIT: A job applicant qualifies as a veteran if honorably discharged from active military, reservist, or National Guard duty of at least 18 consecutive months within the past five (5) years of the date of application. In case of discharge attributable to service-connected injuries or illnesses, the 18 months active duty requirement need not be fulfilled. An applicant claiming veteran's preference credit must attach to their application, a legible copy of their DD-214 verifying the type of discharge and date(s) of active service. NO OTHER DOCUMENTATION WILL BE ACCEPTED.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The City of Alameda encourages minorities, women and the disabled to apply. It is the City's policy that all aspects of employment and promotion shall be without regard to sex, marital status or disability (except where dictated by requirements of the position), race, sexual orientation, political affiliation, religious creed, color, national origin or age. Qualified disabled persons must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. No individual may pose a direct threat to the health or safety of himself/herself or other individuals in the workplace. Barring undue hardship, reasonable accommodations can be made in the application and examination process for disabled individuals or for religious reasons. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be made in advance to the Human Resources Department. Hearing Impaired TDD (510) 522-7538.
Any combination equivalent to education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education
Graduation from high school. Additional specialized training in facility maintenance, the building trades or a related field is desirable.
Experience
Two years of responsible custodial and facilities maintenance experience and substantial electronics installation and maintenance experience requiring interpretation of complex instructions and rules.
Knowledge
Knowledge of modern practices, procedures, equipment and tools used in building and facilities maintenance and in electronics installation and maintenance; principles and practices of routine vehicle fleet maintenance; modern records maintenance practices and procedures; and safe work practices and procedures.
Ability
Ability to perform assigned work with speed and accuracy; operate computer equipment, a variety of office equipment and specialized police department equipment; read, interpret, apply and explain various codes, regulations, manuals, maps, etc.; establish and maintain accurate records; prepare reports concerning areas of assignment; communicate effectively; act with resourcefulness, courtesy and initiative; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Special Requirements
Willingness and/or ability to respond to after-hours emergency calls as required, and successfully pass a background investigation.
Other Requirements
Possession of a valid California Driver's License and satisfactory driving record as a condition of initial and continued employment.
SELECTION PROCESS:
The examination process may include an application and supplemental questionnaire evaluation, a personal history statement (PHS), and/or an oral interview. The examination process may test for, but is not limited to, the essential knowledge and abilities listed in the job specification and announcement and will be designed to provide a comprehensive review of each candidate's technical knowledge and overall suitability for the position. Qualified applicants will be notified of the exact date, time, and location of examinations approximately two weeks in advance.
Candidates passing all components of the examination process will be placed on an Eligible List. A list of names is certified to the department(s) having vacancies based on the type of examination conducted pursuant to the provision of the City's Civil Service Rules. Final selection will be made from the Eligible List by the Department Head subject to approval by the City Manager. The Department Head may utilize additional selection procedures to make a final hiring decision. Placement on an Eligible List does not guarantee employment. The selection process may be evaluated and revised based on the number of qualified applicants. Federal law requires that prior to employment, you must furnish proof of your identity and eligibility for employment in the United States, as required by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
VETERAN'S PREFERENCE CREDIT: A job applicant qualifies as a veteran if honorably discharged from active military, reservist, or National Guard duty of at least 18 consecutive months within the past five (5) years of the date of application. In case of discharge attributable to service-connected injuries or illnesses, the 18 months active duty requirement need not be fulfilled. An applicant claiming veteran's preference credit must attach to their application, a legible copy of their DD-214 verifying the type of discharge and date(s) of active service. NO OTHER DOCUMENTATION WILL BE ACCEPTED.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The City of Alameda encourages minorities, women and the disabled to apply. It is the City's policy that all aspects of employment and promotion shall be without regard to sex, marital status or disability (except where dictated by requirements of the position), race, sexual orientation, political affiliation, religious creed, color, national origin or age. Qualified disabled persons must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. No individual may pose a direct threat to the health or safety of himself/herself or other individuals in the workplace. Barring undue hardship, reasonable accommodations can be made in the application and examination process for disabled individuals or for religious reasons. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be made in advance to the Human Resources Department. Hearing Impaired TDD (510) 522-7538.
Salary : $61,473 - $86,509
