EMS Fleet Mechanic I/ CDL Driver

FirstHealth of the Carolinas; Biscoe (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstHealth of the Carolinas, Inc. is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Technician to inspect, diagnose, repair, and service ambulances and fleet vehicles at our North Carolina facilities. You will perform field repairs as needed and ensure accurate record-keeping for all maintenance activities.

The ideal candidate holds a High School Diploma or GED, a valid NC Class A CDL, and has at least two years of vehicle repair experience. EMS experience is preferred and automotive repair knowledge is valued.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current NC Class A CDL with clean driving record.
• Maintain Medical Card, random drug screens and other CDL documents.
• Two years experience in vehicle repair and troubleshooting.
• EMS credential or experience preferred.
• Secondary technical education or automotive repair experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lubricate, diagnose, repair, assemble, and maintain ambulances, automobiles, and trucks.
• Make field repairs as needed.
• Perform general tire and repair work on equipment and vehicles.
• Accurately update manual and computerized records related to work activities.
• Keep abreast of changes to industry standards.
• Perform field or shop inspections of equipment to determine repair needs or cost estimates.
• Propose necessary changes to systems, procedures, and equipment.
• Communicate status of repair and maintenance of fabrication work.
• Assist in maintaining inventory of all supplies for units and bases.
• Respond to incidents as required.

Skills

Hazard awareness

Interpersonal skills

EMS knowledge

Written and verbal communication

Rules and regulations compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDL Class A license (NC)

Tools

Manual and computerized record keeping

Job description

Overview

Additional Skills:

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and standards safety precautions necessary in the work and work site, operating principles of electric motors and engines fueled by gasoline, diesel, or gaseous fuels, methods, materials, paint , tools, and techniques used in repair, maintenance, welding, and fabrication of heavy and light equipment as well as body and fender and mechanical repair work on a variety of municipal equipment, and the use and care of tools used in work.
• Positive interpersonal skills.
• Prior knowledge of EMS.
• Have effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Enforce and comply with department rules and regulations.

Working Conditions:

• Lubricating services, diagnose, repair, assemble, and maintain equipment and vehicle such as Ambulances, automobiles, and trucks.
• Make field repairs as needed.
• Perform general tire and repair work on equipment and vehicles.
• Accurately update manual and computerized records related to work activities.
• Keep abreast of changes to industry standards.
• Perform field or shop inspections of heavy and light equipment to determine repair needs or estimate cost of repairs.
• Propose necessary changes to systems, procedures, and equipment.
• Communicate status of repair, maintenance of fabrication work.
• Assist in maintaining inventory of all supplies for units and bases.
• Respond to incidents as required.

Physical Requirements:

Participates in creating a safety culture by optimizing safety at all times. Required Physical Activities: Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, repetitive motions. Must be able to hear and communicate effectively. Must have manual dexterity and visual acuity to trace and repair color-coded wiring systems. Must have mobility to assume awkward positions. Must have mobility to respond quickly to emergency situations. Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time. Must be able to bend and lift on a regular basis. Heavy work requiring exertion of up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Position may involve skin, eye, mucous membrane contact with blood and other potentially infection material. Potential risk of exposure to communicable diseases.

Qualifications

• Education/formal training/licensure/certifications/experience: High School Diploma or GED
• Current valid N.C.Class A CDL drivers license with a good driving history.
• Maintain Medical Card, Random Drug Screens and other CDL required Documents
• Two years experience in vehicle repair and troubleshooting
• EMS credential or experience preferred
• Secondary Technical Education or experience in the automotive repair field preferred.