Vehicle & Equipment Technician (26-110 Repost 26-085)

Announcement No: 26-110 | 1 vacant position | Department: Facilities & Fleet Services

About the role

Under limited supervision of the Fleet Vehicle & Equipment Supervisor, performs routine preventive and predictive maintenance, diagnostics, and specialized repairs on all assigned gasoline and diesel-powered Fleet vehicles and equipment in accordance with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine preventive and predictive maintenance for gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment
• Performs diagnosis and repair of drivetrains for gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment
• Performs diagnosis and repairs of support systems for gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment to include electrical, fuel, braking, suspension, hydraulic, air conditioning, and automotive computer systems
• Performs field services for the purpose of diagnosis and repair of gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment
• Documents daily work functions in Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, other departments and department leaders, vendors, sales representatives, outside repair/service personnel, CWS Accident Review Board committee members, insurance company representatives, the public, etc.
• Responsible for the safe operation and cleanup of assigned work area, equipment and tools
• Subject to 24-hour on-call
• May be required to work during hazardous weather and/or emergency conditions
• Regular attendance is required
• Job performance must conform to all CWS Policies and Procedures
• Specific knowledge of CWS Environmental Management System Policy and Procedures
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

Physical Requirements, Activities, and Working Conditions

• Ability to issue, receive and understand complex oral and written instructions
• Ability to express and receive detailed information through oral communication and make fine distinction in sound, such as when making fine adjustments on machine parts
• Ability to communicate verbal instructions quickly, loudly, and effectively in emergency situations
• Ability to observe and comprehend computer screens and software to generate reports, specifications, memos, and letters
• Ability to observe repairs and field work in progress
• Subject to noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level; hearing protection required
• Occasionally positions self to move, traverse and lift up to 25 lbs. to perform required work. Objects greater than 50 lbs. require a two-person operation
• Ability to reach, pull, handle documents, tools and equipment as required to perform routine tasks
• Ability to work independently of others
• Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward, or outward
• Ability to operate and maintain motor vehicles
• Subject to vibrations; exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities of whole body
• Must be able to wear Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) as defined in the Job Safety Analysis (JSA) to perform the required essential functions

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or GED with at least two (2) years of experience in predictive and preventative maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of both gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment to include, but not limited to: engine, transmission, drivetrain, electrical, brake, cooling, suspension, and automotive computer systems
• Proficient knowledge of the principles, methods, standards, tools, and test equipment used in performing predictive and preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repair of both gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment
• Ability to operate a personal computer and efficiently use Microsoft Office software programs to include Word and Excel
• Experience using a computerized work order system preferred
• Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness

Licenses, Certifications, Registrations

• Valid South Carolina Driver’s License required
• Valid South Carolina Driver’s License Class A desirable
• Section 609 Certification for automotive refrigerant or ability to obtain within six (6) months from date of hire
• SC DHEC Underground Storage Tanks Class A/B Operator Training or the ability to obtain within six (6) months from date of hire

Training Needs

• OSHA and Departmental safety training as required
• Skills Based Training
• Standard Operating Instruction (SOI) per department requirements
• ISO 14001 standards for department and company
• See Department Competency and Training Matrix for this position

Pay

Salary Range: $52,873.60 ($25.42/hr.) - $79,331.20 ($38.14/hr.)
Hiring Range: $52,873.60 ($25.42/hr.) - $66,102.40 ($31.78/hr.)
Grade: 107

Schedule

7:00am – 3:30pm