Public Safety Fleet Mechanic

Update

As of 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 5, 2026, the closing date has been extended to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 18, 2026 $5,000 hiring bonus- $2,500 during first pay period and $2,500 after completion of one year and a "Meets Standards" level of performance.

This position is open only to current Colorado state residents.

An eligible list established with this recruitment may be used to fill other similar positions within the Colorado Department of Public Safety in the next 12 months.

Our Mission - Engaged employees working together to safeguard lives and to provide diverse public safety services to local communities.

Our Vision - Creating safer and more resilient communities across Colorado.

Our Core Values - Unity, Honor, Service

The State is dedicated to non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

At CDPS, our culture is driven by our commitment to creating a safer Colorado and guided by a public service focus. We strive to provide effective solutions and services to our fellow Coloradans. We model a culture of collaboration, innovation, and growth for our employees. We maintain a professional and inclusive workplace.

Careers with a purpose

If you are passionate about public safety and public service, and are eager to dedicate your career to serving Coloradans, consider joining CDPS. Our team at CDPS consists of exceptional individuals and is an environment where you can challenge yourself and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career.

We are committed to providing public safety services to our communities including safety on our roads, preparing for and mitigating environmental disasters such as floods and wildland fires, disaster recovery, combating crime, promoting school safety, and victim services.

Classification and Salary: EQUIPMENT MECHANIC II

Anticipated Hiring Range: $4,280 - $5,141/month; $51,360 - $61,692/year

Full Salary Range

$4,280 - $5,992/month; $51,360 - $71,904/year

Benefits

We provide a wide range of benefits to our employees.

• Medical and dental options are available for permanent employees and their dependents. We also offer short and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance that includes legal resources and discounts.
• Eligible employees receive Basic Life and AD&D insurance equal to their annual earnings subject to a minimum benefit of $50,000 and a maximum of $250,000. Basic Life and AD&D are provided by the State of Colorado at no cost to employees.
• The State of Colorado's Wellness Program, State of Health, is a no-cost, year-long program that supports an employee’s health and wellness goals. This program offers personalized health coaching, skill groups and more. Participants can earn a $20 per month health insurance premium discount.
• Through BenefitHub, State of Colorado employees have access to discounts, promotions and special programs from hundreds of retailers, restaurants, travel and entertainment venues throughout Colorado and across the country.
• State contribution into a Health Savings Account when enrolled in a High Deductible Health Plan.
• Eligible employees have access to medical leave under the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and the State of Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program (FAMLI).
• Eligibility for hybrid or other flexible work arrangements based on the nature of the role.
• We offer excellent retirement benefits including mandatory PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus optional 401K and 457 plans. For information on mandatory employee salary deferral (in lieu of contribution to Social Security), visit Colorado PERA for details.
• We provide generous time off including 11 paid holidays annually and accrued annual and sick leave and four annual wellness days.
• The Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP) is available in every region of the state. It is our effort to support the well-being of employees and the workplace. EAPs provide short-term counseling, referrals and resources, as well as training and organizational development services.
• Tuition reimbursement and reduced college tuition at CSU Global and DeVry University.
• We offer Credit Union of Colorado membership eligibility.

To learn more about State of Colorado benefits, please visit State of Colorado benefits.

Work Environment

• 100% In-person position
• Work unit core business hours, Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with some flexibility available

Proven Experience, Knowledge, Skills

Option 1

• Two (2) years of full-time recent experience in automotive electronics for the installation of the electronic emergency equipment in the new vehicles. Proficiency in reading basic 12V wiring diagrams, connector pinout diagrams, ability to successfully wire 12V electrical systems, must understand 12V power, ground and CAN bus systems. Recent experience with vehicle preventive maintenance that must include inspecting, servicing and maintaining vehicles drivability.

Option 2

• Satisfactory completion of a formalized apprenticeship program, or higher level non-correspondence course work from an accredited vocational or technical school in automotive mechanics, heavy equipment mechanics or auto body repair appropriate to the work assignment may substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

AND

• One (1) year of full-time recent experience in automotive electronics for the installation of the electronic emergency equipment in the new vehicles. Proficiency in reading basic 12V wiring diagrams, connector pinout diagrams, ability to successfully wire 12V electrical systems, must understand 12V power, ground and CAN bus systems. Recent experience with vehicle preventive maintenance that must include inspecting, servicing and maintaining vehicles drivability.
• *At the agency's discretion, demonstrated proficiency on position competencies may substitute for the required experience.

About the Job

The Equipment Mechanic II works independently, with prior management/supervisor direction, to determine day-to-day work requirements to meet mission objectives for CDPS Fleet Management Auto Shop. This includes the repair of specialized law enforcement vehicles and installation of specialized law enforcement equipment.

Evaluates vehicles for repair needs, meets with LSS management to resolve vehicle issues, problems and conditions. Researches, analyzes and determines courses of action and methods/processes required to complete the installation of specialized law enforcement equipment. Routinely works independently with uniformed members of CDPS to provide high-quality vehicle services.

Cdps

Fleet Management is fully authorized and delegated by State Fleet Management to manage the entire CDPS Fleet and provide service to other State Agencies. This includes all maintenance and repairs of CDPS vehicles and associated equipment. The CDPS Fleet Management Branch is responsible for and oversees the entire new vehicle up-fitting process and production. New vehicle production is completed in the CDPS Fleet Management auto shop and is completed by CDPS Fleet.

Key Responsibilities

Installation, Fabrication and Design

Installs vehicle emergency lighting, safety equipment, light bars, directional arrow indicators, electrical switching components/modules, weapon holders, push bumpers, prisoner partitions (cages), K-9 partitions, video camera systems, speed timing devices and Officer Safety Module system.

Utilizes various electrical wiring schematics and harnesses on a wide variety of CDPS vehicles of different make and models including motorcycles, CSP academy training vehicles, CBI vehicles, K-9 units, Port of entry, Investigative services undercover vehicles, Motor Carrier Safety, Hazardous Materials units, Governor’s Protection Detail and other specialty vehicles.

This requires the fabrication of accessories and brackets required to mount equipment in a multitude of vehicles.

Maintenance and Repair-Analyze and Diagnose

Performs a full range of preventative maintenance and repair duties related to law enforcement emergency vehicle equipment and accessories for all CDPS vehicles, which includes CSP, CBI, DHSEM, DFPC and DCJ vehicles. Through the GEMS (Government Efficiency Management System), this position also repairs CDOT, DOC, DNR and any other state agency vehicles.

These vehicles are cars, SUVs, motorcycles, vans, light duty trucks with computerized fuel injected automotive gas, electric, hybrid, and diesel-powered engines. Work performed includes inspecting, analyzing, and repairing defective or inoperable components related to emergency vehicles designed to operate at a high-performance level.

These duties include preventative maintenance services, drivability issues, no start problems, charging systems, video camera system repairs, wheels and tires, exhaust and emission control systems, speed timing devices, supplemental restraint components (air bag), law enforcement emergency lighting systems and other parts related items as needed.

Repairs are performed using a wide range of troubleshooting, testing and diagnostic equipment. Accurately diagnoses defects, malfunctions, the causes of failure and determines the most practical method, using the necessary diagnostic equipment and parts needed to repair CDPS vehicles and emergency equipment.

Administrative, Data and Accountability

Completes work orders using flat-rate system for vehicle maintenance, repairs and emergency equipment installation. Completes weekly work sheet and other administrative and CDPS Fleet Management Auto Shop duties as assigned.

Develops and helps write detailed instructions for in-house manuals on up-fitting all vehicles produced by CDPS fleet Management auto shop to ensure consistency and to provide quality in the vehicle up-fitting process. Receives, inspects, and documents new vehicles upon delivery and maintains documentation of CDPS vehicles. Assists Vehicle Coordinator with the distribution of documents corresponding to CDPS vehicles.

Instructs/Coaches

Performs duties as part of a team that instructs and coaches co-workers in the proper and correct diagnosis, inspection, maintenance, vehicle recovery and repair for a wide variety of CDPS emergency/law enforcement vehicles and all state vehicles. CDPS Fleet Management Auto Shop employs two Equipment Mechanic I’s and this position must work with them and train them on light vehicle repairs. Provides instructional information to vehicle operators.

Vehicle Distribution, Decommissioning and Misc. Duties

• Participates as a member of the fleet operations team to provide information in the distribution of CDPS vehicles when issued to CDPS business units.
• These duties include training the vehicle operator on utilizing the new emergency equipment and the changes to the vehicle platform.
• Decommissions CDPS vehicles by removing emergency and safety equipment at the end of the vehicle’s lifecycle.
• Evaluates vehicles and equipment, as vehicles are decommissioned.
• Recycle what is not reusable.
• Return vehicles to State Fleet Management.
• Perform other misc. duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications and Competencies

• Automotive Experience: A good understanding of automotive systems, including engine, transmission, electrical, and braking systems. Experience with specialized police equipment, especially with lighting and equipment/systems. Proficiency in diagnostics and troubleshooting using modern diagnostic tools. Knowledge of vehicle upfitting, including installing lights, sirens, radios, computer systems, and other specialized equipment.
• Specialized Knowledge: Familiarity with police vehicle specifications and standards. Understanding of emergency vehicle systems and regulations.
• Certifications: ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certifications, especially in relevant areas like electrical systems. EVT (Emergency Vehicle Technician) certifications.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel. Ability to interact effectively with law enforcement personnel.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to identify and resolve complex technical and operational problems with strong decision-making skills.
• Safety Consciousness: A strong commitment to safety in the workplace and knowledge of shop safety best practices.
• Record Keeping: Ability to maintain accurate records of vehicle maintenance and repairs.
• Integrity and Professionalism: Essential for working with law enforcement agencies.
• Adaptability: The ability to adapt to changing technologies and requirements.
• Customer Service: A commitment to providing high-quality service to law enforcement personnel.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be a Colorado resident at the time of application.
• Requires successful completion of a background investigation that includes a polygraph exam, a fingerprint based criminal history search, reference checking, driving history.
• Current valid driver's license at time of hire, and must obtain a Colorado-issued driver's license within 30 days of hire. Ability to operate motor vehicles and to travel throughout the state in a variety of weather conditions.
• Must be able to handle or be exposed to hazardous material such as cleaning solutions, gasoline, diesel fuel as well as other hazardous materials.
• Must be able to lift, push/pull up to 50 lbs.

Appeal Rights

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination.

Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. Fax:. Phone:.

The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.

Additional Work Unit Information

The Executive Director's Office (EDO) is the backbone of the Colorado Department of Public Safety, providing effective administrative and management services to the Department's operating divisions.

The EDO includes the following

• The Executive Director and Deputy Executive Director – Oversees strategic direction and operations for the department.
• Administrative Services Office - Provides division and department-level administrative and support functions encompassing accounting, purchasing and contracts, budget, logistics services (fleet, warehousing, material management and fabrication) and property services (property management, leasing, facilities maintenance, construction project management and insurance programs) to support the operations and programs of CDPS divisions.
• Human Resources Office - Supports recruitment, hiring, evaluation, benefits management, personnel actions, payroll and all other human resources functions.
• Compliance Office – Manages Departmental Policy, Risk Management, Workers Compensation Program, Workplace Investigations, Internal Auditing, Rulemaking, and ensures compliance with state and federal requirements and the State’s LESO 1033/1122 programs.
• Colorado Integrated Criminal Justice Information Systems – develops cost-effective information sharing services to provide access for criminal justice agencies while maintaining information security. CICJIS is a collaborative program designed to facilitate information sharing at key decision points in the criminal justice process. There are five participating CICJIS agencies: the Department of Corrections, Judicial, the Colorado District Attorney’s Council, the Division of Youth Corrections, and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.
• Office of School Safety – assists local schools and communities to create safe and positive school climates for pre-k through higher education schools in Colorado.

Additional information

The Administrative Services Office provides internal administrative support to the Divisions within CDPS and include the following sections:

• Chief Administrative Officer’s office