TOW-IN EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 5DAY - Louisville-Jefferson METRO : Job Details

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 bought, sold, or used marijuana within one year of application, or have bought, sold, or used any controlled substance or narcotic drug 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