Calgary Police Service - Automotive Service Worker
City of CalgaryCloses October 27
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About this job
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
As an Automotive Service Worker, you will support fleet operations by transporting and towing Calgary Police Service (CPS) and non-CPS vehicles between facilities, assisting technicians with maintenance activities, decommissioning vehicles through the removal of equipment and decals and maintaining accurate records to ensure operational efficiency and accountability. Primary duties include:
- Transport CPS and non-CPS vehicles between CPS facilities and external partner locations using fleet vehicles and tow trucks to support operational requirements.
- Prepare retired CPS vehicles for auction by removing police equipment, decals, and other assets to ensure vehicles are safe for public sale.
- Support Service Technicians by assisting with vehicle movements, parts delivery, and other tasks that maintain fleet readiness and operational efficiency.
- Maintain the security and accountability of fleet assets through thorough vehicle inspections and adherence to established procedures.
- Track vehicle movements, work activities, and resource utilization through accurate data entry in fleet management systems to support operational planning and performance reporting.
- A High School Diploma or equivalency (e.g. GED) and a minimum of 6 months of experience towing vehicles.
- A valid Class 5 Driver's License (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerits and no current suspensions or charges pending.
- A City of Calgary Forklift certification is considered an asset.
- Training in the operation of a tow truck is also an asset.
- Success in this position requires emotional intelligence; creating and sustaining safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces; promoting supportive, balanced and professional accountability; building and maintaining relationships; developing self and others; striving for results.
- An enhanced security clearance will be conducted.
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications. Education obtained from out of country must have or be able to obtain, an Education Credential Assessment (ECA) for confirmation of equivalent credentials.
Position and Pay Information
Business Unit: Calgary Police Services
Union: CUPE Local 37
Position Type: 4 Permanent
Compensation: $34.91 - 38.70 per hour
Hours of work: Non-Standard 38 hour work week.
Days of work: This position works either Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday (7:00am - 4:30pm).
Location: 5111 47 Street N.E.
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: October 29, 2026
Job ID: 315472