Fleet Technician - Poughkeepsie, NY

Empress Ambulance Service; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Empress Ambulance Service in Poughkeepsie, NY is seeking a Fleet Technician to maintain and service all company-owned vehicles, ensuring safe and reliable operation in accordance with the preventive maintenance program.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and enrollment or completion in automotive/diesel repair tech training. Physical work and compliance with HIPAA/OSHA are part of the job duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Enrolled in or completed automotive/diesel repair tech program.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance per the company’s program.
• Maintain and service all company-owned vehicles to ensure safe operation.
• Remove vehicles from service for maintenance or repairs.
• Complete work orders and failure reports accurately and timely.
• Safeguard tools, equipment, parts, and supplies per company standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment at all times.
• Comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA.
• Promote the mission, vision, and values of Empress Ambulance Service.
• Perform additional tasks and duties as assigned by management.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical school automotive/diesel repair program

Job description

• Pay or shift range: $25 USD to $38 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
• Travel Required : No

Description

EMPRESS EMS

Full-Time | $25-$38 per hour | Fleet Department | Poughkeepsie, NY

Position Summary

The Fleet Technician is responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of all company-owned vehicles, specialty vehicles under contract agreements, and auxiliary and shop equipment. This role ensures the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the Empress fleet through adherence to the company's preventative maintenance program.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform all activities required by the company's preventive maintenance program
• Maintain and service all company-owned vehicles to ensure safe and reliable operation
• Remove vehicles from service as necessary for preventative maintenance or repairs
• Complete all work orders and failure reports accurately and in a timely manner
• Safeguard tools, equipment, parts, and supplies in accordance with company standards
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment at all times
• Comply with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations, including HIPAA and OSHA
• Promote and foster the mission, vision, and values of Empress Ambulance Service
• Perform additional tasks and duties as assigned by management

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completed or currently enrolled in a technical school program in automotive or diesel repair

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Occasional kneeling, stooping, bending, and leaning
• Frequent use of hearing, clear speech, reaching, and manual dexterity

This position involves both indoor and outdoor work with occasional exposure to hazardous conditions, fumes, odors, temperature changes, extended hours, noise, and mechanical and electrical equipment.

Travel Required

No .

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