NORTH METRO COMMUNITY SERVICES, INC.
Position Title: Transportation Mechanic Department: Administration
Classification: Non-Exempt Supervisor: Transportation Coordinator
SUMMARY:
This Transportation Mechanic will perform routine vehicle maintenance, emergency service and repair on all NMCS vehicles. Assist the Detail Shop person with scheduling the cleaning of the vans. May be required to assist with building and grounds maintenance as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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High School graduate or G.E.D.
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A two-year Maintenance Training program or comparable experience
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Must have a valid Driver’s License and maintain a driving record acceptable to NMCS
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
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Regular reliable attendance and punctuality
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Good communication skills, both verbal and written
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Ability to work with other employees, departments and outside individuals in a positive, professional manner
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Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
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Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks and change priorities as needed to meet scheduled or unexpected deadlines
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Perform vehicle maintenance to include but not limited to changing the oil and oil filter, lubricate chassis, brake jobs, wheel bearing and seals, 3 rd
member and transmission seals, mount balance and change tires, change light bulbs, minor body work, maintain wheelchair lifts as needed
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Perform monthly inspection of all vehicles and mileage for service needed and compile an accurate list of necessary vehicle service. Schedule necessary work for the next month from the monthly inspection
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Maintain an adequate inventory of tools, vehicles parts and required to maintain and service all NMCS vehicles and wheelchair lifts
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Perform and record an annual inspection and maintenance on all NMCS vehicle wheelchair lifts
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Vehicle maintenance and record keeping to ensure vehicles are serviced regularly and all required repairs are completed
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Maintain records and receipts of all work done on vehicles and all detail records
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Use tools in a safe and proper manner
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Must have the ability to closely follow verbal and written directions
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Ability to drive vehicles including 15 passenger vans
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OTHER DUTIES:
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Oversee the work of the detail shop
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Coordinate vehicles usage and maintenance with the Transportation Coordinator or
Transportation Manager
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Maintain a clean and orderly shop
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Assist facilities maintenance personnel as needed
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Other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
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Must be able to lift and carry up to 70 pounds four times per hour
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Ability to stand and walk on hard surfaces for periods of time up to three hours throughout an eight to ten hour day
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Ability to stoop and bend at the knees and waist
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Ability to reach across the body and to shoulder level and above
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Drive various distances, both in the city and the mountain in all types of weather conditions.
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Able to withstand exposure to various weather elements.
MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED:
Vehicle cleaning chemicals and solutions, vehicle fluids and maintenance chemicals, automotive buffer, vacuum, pressure washer, automotive mechanical tools, floor jack, air tools, tire inflator, air ratchet and air impact wrench, electric tools, drill, saw, power hack saw, upholstery and carpet cleaning machine, grinder, hand tools, wheel barrow, shovel, hoe, rake and broom, bodywork tools, welder and cutting torch, telephone, time clock, 15 passenger vans, other vehicles, wheelchair lifts, pens, pencils, computer, cell phone, snow shovel.
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