What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tow-In Equipment Operator 5day position at Louisville Metro Government?
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Operates wreckers and related equipmentUNDER GENERAL SUPERVISION
Tows illegally parked cars, cars from accident and crime scenes and stolen cars to the Vehicle Impoundment Lot
Tows damaged or broken down police vehicles and city equipment
Changes tires and jump starts or changes batteries to maintain vehicles
Unlocks locked vehicles
Answers phones and assists callers in locating their vehicles and maintains tow logs
Collects impounded vehicle fees
Releases impounded vehicles to the owners
Logs impounded vehicles and records license numbers
Prepares vehicles for auction and tows vehicles to the auction site
Takes wreckers to shop for repairs
Performs related workHigh school diploma or the equivalent
WORK EXPERIENCE
Two years of experience in the operation of wreckers or heavy equipment
EQUIVALENCY
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted
OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Must not have been convicted of a felony
Misdemeanor convictions will be considered on an individual basis
Must submit to a pre-employment drug screening
Must submit to a pre-employment polygraph test
Applicants who have illegally bought or used marijuana, including medicinal cannabis, within six months of application will be disqualified.
Applicants who have illegally sold marijuana, including medicinal cannabis, within one year of application will be disqualified.
Applicants who have illegally bought, sold, or used any controlled substance or narcotic drug, other than marijuana, without a prescription within six years of application will be disqualified.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work
Lifts and carries items weighing up to 75 poundsMinimum Starting Salary: $21.44/hour
Salary Grade: U46/25
Filing Deadline: CONTINUOUS UNTIL FILLED
Equal Opportunity Employer
For positions with LMPD, the time from application to hire can range from 2-4 months.
Test Weights:
Written: 75%
Training & Experience: 25%
Practical: Pass/Fail
Operates wreckers and related equipmentUNDER GENERAL SUPERVISION
Tows illegally parked cars, cars from accident and crime scenes and stolen cars to the Vehicle Impoundment Lot
Tows damaged or broken down police vehicles and city equipment
Changes tires and jump starts or changes batteries to maintain vehicles
Unlocks locked vehicles
Answers phones and assists callers in locating their vehicles and maintains tow logs
Collects impounded vehicle fees
Releases impounded vehicles to the owners
Logs impounded vehicles and records license numbers
Prepares vehicles for auction and tows vehicles to the auction site
Takes wreckers to shop for repairs
Performs related workHigh school diploma or the equivalent
WORK EXPERIENCE
Two years of experience in the operation of wreckers or heavy equipment
EQUIVALENCY
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted
OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Must not have been convicted of a felony
Misdemeanor convictions will be considered on an individual basis
Must submit to a pre-employment drug screening
Must submit to a pre-employment polygraph test
Applicants who have illegally bought or used marijuana, including medicinal cannabis, within six months of application will be disqualified.
Applicants who have illegally sold marijuana, including medicinal cannabis, within one year of application will be disqualified.
Applicants who have illegally bought, sold, or used any controlled substance or narcotic drug, other than marijuana, without a prescription within six years of application will be disqualified.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work
Lifts and carries items weighing up to 75 poundsMinimum Starting Salary: $21.44/hour
Salary Grade: U46/25
Filing Deadline: CONTINUOUS UNTIL FILLED
Equal Opportunity Employer
For positions with LMPD, the time from application to hire can range from 2-4 months.
Test Weights:
Written: 75%
Training & Experience: 25%
Practical: Pass/Fail
Salary : $21
