VEHICLE MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN I - IEMS (90000054)

HHC•Indianapolis, IN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Indianapolis Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is an organization that celebrates diversity, and seeks to employ a diverse workforce. We actively encourage all individuals to apply for employment and to seek advancement opportunities. Indianapolis EMS also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as required by law. For additional questions please contact us at 317-630-7427 or [email protected]. FLSA StatusNon-ExemptJob Role SummaryThe Vehicle Maintenance Technician I utilizes Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) instructions to accurately maintain and perform repairs to vehicles and related equipment.Essential Functions and Responsibilities Under general supervision is competent to perform routine safety inspections and preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment Utilizes Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) instructions to accurately maintain and perform repairs to vehicles and related equipment Prepares accurate and legible records of maintenance and repairs Ensures records are securely stored Keeps up-to-date with the changing advancement of today's equipment and vehicles by participating in educational programs and in-service meetings Attends meetings as required Maintains a safe, secure and clean environment that is compliant to all regulations Initiates clean-up as necessary Helps maintain stock levels by assisting in ordering and receiving parts as needed Follows established departmental and hospital policies and procedures Maintains a valid Indiana driver's license that is compliant with the Vehicle/Driver Safety Program Communicates accurate and detailed information to coworkers Associated Job Duties Provides in field repairs/support when needed Participates in training related to equipment maintenance and operation During mass casualty event may be required to safely operate an emergency vehicle Maintains safety and security of building, tools, equipment and supplies Performs other job related duties as assigned

Requirements

Completion of a high school education or equivalent (GED) with at least 2 years of work experience in the field of automotive and light truck repair
Specialized education from an accredited automotive technical school with 1 year of related work experience
Must possess a valid U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Refrigerant Technician's Certificate for R1234yf & 134A systems within 90 days of employment
Maintain a valid Indiana driver's license that is compliant with the Vehicle/Driver Safety Program
Knowledge of Indiana Ambulance EMS certification requirements
Knowledge and application of garage safety precautions
Knowledge of Universal Safety Precautions
Ability to complete required forms legibly and accurately
Ability to operate vehicles and equipment including ability to operate an emergency vehicle possibly in adverse weather conditions
Knowledge of the theories principles and practices of automotive repair and preventive maintenance procedures, occupational hazards, safety equipment, electrical systems, including alternator, starter, battery; electronic systems, emissions testing/performance, use of tools and fasteners, heat/air conditioning systems, suspension and steering, engine performance, major engine repair, major transmission/transaxle, light duty diesel repair, warranty repair, preventive maintenance procedures, Supplemental Restraint Systems
Considerable skill in the use of all tools and fasteners and related equipment of the trade, including but not limited to: starting and charging systems analyzer, air conditioning service machine, digital volt meter, amp meter, and other related machine shop equipment etc.
Considerable ability to: Inspect and repair automotive systems and equipment, read and understand automotive manuals and publications both written and digital, use of electrical, air driven and manual equipment and all related tools of the trade with necessary dexterity, coordination, sight and strength, perform all duties

Nice To Haves

Certificates of Training are preferred in the following areas: Brakes, Electrical Systems, Electronic Systems, Heat & A/C Systems, Suspension & Steering and Engine Performance & Drivability (Gasoline and Diesel)

Responsibilities

Under general supervision is competent to perform routine safety inspections and preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment
Utilizes Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) instructions to accurately maintain and perform repairs to vehicles and related equipment
Prepares accurate and legible records of maintenance and repairs
Ensures records are securely stored
Keeps up-to-date with the changing advancement of today's equipment and vehicles by participating in educational programs and in-service meetings
Attends meetings as required
Maintains a safe, secure and clean environment that is compliant to all regulations
Initiates clean-up as necessary
Helps maintain stock levels by assisting in ordering and receiving parts as needed
Follows established departmental and hospital policies and procedures
Maintains a valid Indiana driver's license that is compliant with the Vehicle/Driver Safety Program
Communicates accurate and detailed information to coworkers
Provides in field repairs/support when needed
Participates in training related to equipment maintenance and operation
During mass casualty event may be required to safely operate an emergency vehicle
Maintains safety and security of building, tools, equipment and supplies
Performs other job related duties as assigned