DPS Fleet Operations Technician

FT / PT Status – Part-Time

Salary – $18.00 - $22.00 Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Kelly Chinn | ***email_hidden*** | 801-618-5763

Application Deadline – 6/11/2026

The Department of Public Safety is looking for someone to assist with logistical tasks related to the department fleet. This job will include inventorying, distributing, and physically loading/unloading department emergency vehicle equipment as part of the upfitting process. Job duties will also include the removal and disassembly of installed emergency equipment from retired patrol cars.

Job Duties

• Familiarity and usage of basic tools in an automotive application (tools provided)
• Repeated moderate to heavy lifting
• Must be self-motivated, trustworthy, dependable, and able to work well with others
• Part Time: 25-29 hours per week
• Hours must be worked during standard business hours
• Potential for future full-time position

Preference may be given to those with previous experience in automotive mechanical and/or electrical systems.

About The Role

Location –

4501 S 2700 W

West Valley City, Utah, 84119

United States

Background Check Required – A comprehensive background investigation, which may include a polygraph, may be required.

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – TL - Time limited

Why You Should Join Our Team

Benefits

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah , click here . Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency

The Utah Department of Public Safety (DPS) is comprised of 13 divisions and bureaus that include the Utah Highway Patrol, the Division of Emergency Management, Driver License division, Statewide Information and Analysis Center (SIAC), State Bureau of Investigation (SBI), State Fire Marshal, Highway Safety Office, Communications, State Crime Lab, Bureau of Criminal Identification, Bureau of (EMS), School Safety and Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST). The DPS dive team, aero bureau, CERT team and Public Protection Unit (PPU) also fall under the Department of Public Safety. DPS is made up of more than 1,500 state employees who are stationed across Utah.

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.