Fleet Services Manager - Mechanic - Full Time

CATALDO AMBULANCE BUSINESS TRUST•Lynn, MA

7d•$36 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

Cataldo Ambulance Service is seeking an experienced Mechanic to assist in leading our Fleet Services Division. The Fleet Services Manager is a qualified and experienced mechanic that assists with the leadership of preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs for the company. Proactively managing repairs needed for diesel and gas vehicles, stretchers, generators, and other equipment maintained by Fleet Services. This position will provide supervision of Fleet staff and is a hands-on manager that assists in establishing and maintaining a safe environment, and efficient and productive work practices. Cataldo Ambulance service is a 24/7 continuous operation, and the work schedule may include working evening, nights, weekends, or holidays to support the operation and subject to recall for emergency situations.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age
Ability to meet the essential duties and physical, mental and sensory requirements of the position at all times.
Comply with UDS drug screening at any and all times
Satisfactory background check and MA CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information), verification required annually.
Verification of an acceptable motor vehicle driving record, verification required annually.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Current valid driver’s license
Establish and maintain air conditioning certification through the Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MAS) or Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)
Maintain Ferno Cot Care Certification
Four or more years of increasingly responsible mechanical maintenance and automotive experience (diesel or heavy equipment also preferred).
Three or more years of Supervisory or lead experience in an automotive maintenance and repair and/or vehicular fleet operations
A combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent
Working knowledge of repair garage safety
Experience with computer systems required, including web-based applications and some Microsoft Office applications preferred.

Nice To Haves

BA/BS preferred or equivalent experience
Certification as an Ambulance Technician preferred
Management Certification through the Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Certification Commission is highly desired
Knowledge and skills associated with Emergency Services, vehicles and equipment preferred
Knowledge of gas and diesel vehicles and Ford Transmissions, E350, E450 trucks with 4.6, 6.0 and motors preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensures the timely and efficient management of maintenance and mechanical repairs for the Cataldo Fleet.
Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and performing mechanical repairs and maintenance on company fleet vehicles (diesel and gas) including wheelchair vans, and ambulances for both diesel and gasoline. Maintenance and repair of stretchers, generators, and other equipment maintained by Fleet Services
Ensures fleet is performing preventative maintenance in a timely manner to reduce breakdowns and costs.
Laison between fleet services, the fleet director and operational managers regarding concerns, and proactively facilitating solutions with services or equipment.
Ensuring timely notification to operations or facilities of any equipment that needs to be re-stocked or replaced.
Assist with leadership, guidance and direction for fleet staff. Creating and maintaining reports and communicating with other departments to ensure clear communication and flow of information.
Maintaining a pleasant and professional work environment is being promoted between fleet staff, other departments, internal and external customers and vendors.
Proactively exploring opportunities to add value, time efficiencies and increase productivity.
Evaluates needs of the department, researching solutions and presenting recommendations for financial and departmental consideration.
Managing employee scheduling and coverage.
Participates in the hiring process, promotions, and progressive disciplinary action.
Participates in and assists in the performance evaluation process.
Ensure newly hired staff receive proper training and meet compliance and actively mentors current fleet technicians.
Ensuring compliance with OSHA, company safety requirements and standards.
Assist in keeping vehicle locations and moves updated on vehicle status board
Completes Quality Control review for vehicles after scheduled maintenance or repairs
Perform roadside repairs and or vehicles inspections outside of the fleet maintenance locations
Reviews and perform repairs and service to ferno products as applicable.
Fleet manager will act as alternative on the company safety committee and/or the Massachusetts ambulance association.
Assist with snow removal on a rotation with other fleet staff
Maintains knowledge of and complies with all company policies, procedures, and guidelines at all times.
Must maintain a reliable attendance record
Completes other duties as requested and assigned