Emergency Vehicle Technician (Ft. Riley, KS)

Essential Responsibilities

• Diagnoses malfunctions and repairs emergency vehicles.
• Advises and trains lower grade workers on diagnosis and repair of less complex repair/maintenance problems.
• Inspects and approves completed maintenance actions.
• Solves repair problems by studying drawings, wiring diagrams and schematics, and technical publications.
• Uses automated maintenance data systems to monitor maintenance trends; analyze equipment requirements; maintain equipment records and document maintenance actions.
• Analyzes, diagnoses, and repairs emergency vehicles and associated equipment using conventional and digital multi-meters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, frequency counters, oscilloscopes, circuit card testers, transistor testers, and hand tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Formal documented training and a minimum of five years of documented emergency vehicle repair experience.
• Must provide documentation as to the current level of EVT certification.
• Must be able to complete and maintain at least level III EVT certification.
• A valid state driver's license. Class A CDL is preferred but not required.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain licenses on military vehicles, both tactical and non-tactical.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a common access card (access to installation).
• Demonstrated understanding of Safety and OSHA Laws & Regulations.
• Must be able to lift on an occasional basis a maximum of 70 pounds with frequent or constant lifting of 40 pounds.
• Must be able to climb in and out of emergency vehicles and related equipment.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work in cramped areas for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions including intense heat, heavy wind, heavy rain, and snow or sleet.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must be able to work in a shop where the environment is drafty, noisy, and dirty.