EMS Fleet Mechanic I/ CDL Driver

Additional Skills:

1. 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.
2. Positive interpersonal skills.
3. Prior knowledge of EMS.
4. Have effective written and verbal communication skills.
5. Enforce and comply with department rules and regulations.

Working Conditions:

1. Lubricating services, diagnose, repair, assemble, and maintain equipment and vehicle
such as Ambulances, automobiles, and trucks.
2. Make field repairs as needed.
3. Perform general tire and repair work on equipment and vehicles.
4. Accurately update manual and computerized records related to work activities.
5. Keep abreast of changes to industry standards.
6. Perform field or shop inspections of heavy and light equipment to determine repair
needs or estimate cost of repairs.
7. Propose necessary changes to systems, procedures, and equipment.
8. Communicate status of repair, maintenance of fabrication work.
9. Assist in maintaining inventory of all supplies for units and bases.
10. 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.

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.