Fleet Mechanic

Fleet MechanicA private nonprofit organization founded in 1973, Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA) is a large agency that is part of the Area Agency on Aging (AAA) nationwide network. Founded as a result of the federal Older Americans Act, the AAAs are mandated to "facilitate the area-wide development and implementation of a comprehensive, coordinated system for providing long-term care in home and community-based settings, in a manner responsive to the needs and preferences of older individuals and their family caregivers." PCA carries out this mission through advocacy, stewardship of public funding, planning, development and administration of programs, and service coordination.The mission of PCA is to improve the quality of life for older Philadelphians and those with disabilities and assist them in achieving the greatest possible levels of health, independence, and productivity.Benefits:Medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental coverageFlexible spending plan (health and dependent care)EAP, life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurancePre-tax commuting, and parking benefits403(b) retirement plans with employer contributions and optional employee pre-tax contributions.Annual paid time off includes 13 holidays, 10 sick days, 2 personal days, and 3 weeks of vacation. (Note: vacation and personal days are front loaded and are pro-rated if date of hire is not January 1st; sick days are accrued based on hours worked).Requirements:High school Diploma, GED, or equivalent education and experiencePrefer ASE certifications in brakes, steering/suspensionElectrical; and refrigeration/air conditioning experience preferred.Must have 3 to 5 years' experience in auto maintenance and repair.Must provide own hand toolsJob Responsibilities:a. Responsible for maintenance and repair of the Home Delivered Meals (HDML) vehicles so that they have enough daily delivery vehicles. Responsible for prioritizing daily HDML vehicle inspections for conditions (e.g., flat tires and wiper blades) which will prevent meal delivery vehicles from starting their daily delivery routes.b. Responsible for authorized on-site vehicle repairs. Repairs will be made to both PCA Meals Fleet vehicles and Downtown Fleet vehicles. This work will include (but not be limited to) brake work; fluid changes; four-wheel computerized alignment; wheel balancing; battery charging; tire changing, repairs and rotation; changing of fuses and light bulbs; wiper blades; and all items related to preventive maintenance inspections and preparation for state safety inspections.c. Responsible for complete documentation of vehicle repairs, parts usage, equipment usage, and supplies usage. Responsible for daily submission to PCA of required maintenance reports and other periodic reports as required.d. Responsible for refrigeration preventive maintenance checks on PCA "Hotshot" vehicles, after completing training provided through PCA.e. Responsible for maintaining a pattern of continuous communication with the Transportation Manager regarding authorization for repairs for all PCA vehicles; parts ordered from outside vendors; shipping and receiving documents; and vehicle parts and supplies inventory.f. Responsible for coordinating communication regarding vehicle repairs between PCA, HDML site contractor staff, outside parts vendors, and outside repair vendors.g. Responsible for direct reporting of all observed PCA fleet vehicle damage incurred. Responsible for cooperating with HDML site contractor staff in accident reporting process. Responsible for coordinating movement of damaged vehicles to outside repair vendors.h. Responsible for inventory of all Maintenance Bay Service equipment and supplies. Responsible for all authorized parts purchases, and for monitoring all authorized Maintenance Bay equipment servicing and repairs.i. Responsible for proper disposal of waste fluids, in accordance with state, city, federal and PCA regulations and procedures.j. Responsible for attendance at meetings, as required.k. Other duties, as required by PCA Transportation ManagerProfessional Characteristics:· Must possess a valid driver's license (preferably Pennsylvania), and have had no accidents, traffic violations, forfeitures, or convictions for three years prior to employment date.· Must pass Keystone AAA driving test. Must pass a physical exam; drug and alcohol screening; and a criminal background check.· Must have effective communication skills, both oral and written.Additional requirements:1. Pre-employment physical2. Drug testing3. Criminal history clearance