Fleet Mechanic

Fleet Mechanic

Req #: 0000263568

Category: Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Jersey City Medical Center

Department: MH Administration

Pay Range: $38.14 per hour

Location:
415 Montgomery Street, Jersey CIty, NJ 07302

Job Title: Fleet Mechanic

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: MH Administration

Req #: 0000263568

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $38.14 - $38.14 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Setting the Stage:

The Fleet Mechanic is responsible for assisting the department in performing skilled preventative maintenance, repair, outfitting and servicing of a variety of company automobiles, The Fleet Mechanic is responsible for assisting the Fleet Manager to perform skilled trucks, ambulances and equipment is completed.

A Typical Day:

• Conducts self in a professional, dignified and compassionate manner at all times.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Maintains a professional demeanor and appearance during all interactions.
• Ensures that all Policies and Procedures are followed
• Responsible for maintenance of required certifications in accordance with Mobile Health policies and all applicable State and Federal statutes and regulations.
• Attends quarterly in - service to maintain EMS competencies and receive policy and procedure additions and/or updates.
• Responsible for baseline and continuing knowledge of Mobile Health policies and procedures and all applicable State and Federal statutes and regulations
• Interacts professionally with management, colleagues from other EMS agencies, public safety personnel and other healthcare providers and members of the public.
• Takes appropriate measures to work within established budgets.
• Responsible for completing repairs, adjustments and preventative maintenance service and checks on ambulances and other Mobile Health vehicles in accordance with prescribed PM policies and procedures.
• Utilizes OEM diagnostic software to troubleshoot issues happening with the vehicle to identify the issue.
• Repairs and maintains ambulance-specific systems including Stryker PowerLOAD systems, powered stretchers, emergency lighting, sirens, inverters, shoreline charging systems, HVAC, oxygen systems, battery systems, and warning devices.
• Utilizes Fleetio as the primary fleet maintenance management system for documenting inspections, repairs, preventive maintenance, labor hours, parts usage, vendor repairs, and complete vehicle service history.
• Reviews assigned Fleetio work orders daily, prioritizes repairs based on operational needs, and ensures all assigned work orders are completed, documented, updated, and closed within established timeframes.
• Maintains complete and accurate repair documentation including diagnostic findings, corrective actions, labor hours, parts replaced, warranty information, and recommendations for future repairs.
• Ensures all preventive maintenance inspections, repair records, and required documentation are entered into Fleetio before a vehicle is returned to service.
• Conducts post-repair quality inspections and road tests prior to releasing vehicles back into service.
• Maintains a safe work environment in accordance with OSHA requirements, PPE standards, hazardous waste regulations, and lockout/tagout procedures.
• Supports NJDOH inspections, audits, licensing requirements, and regulatory compliance.
• Operates Mobile Health vehicles safely and professionally, in compliance with all laws and rules governing same, and Mobile Health standards for emergency vehicle operations policy.
• Responsible for the accurate documentation of all services and repairs. Responsible for alerting the Fleet Manager of any suspected or confirmed abuse of company vehicles/equipment.
• Responsible for determining if reported failures are the result of improper operations by crew members, material defects, normal wear or other causes.
• Responds to roadside calls as needed.
• Maintains a thorough working knowledge of Corporate Policies & Procedures and Departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's).
• Assumes other duties and responsibilities as assigned by Management.

This Role Might Be For You If...

• You are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care
• You thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• You have strong technical skills and attention to detail
• You enjoy working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• You are committed to patient safety

To Be Considered:

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• ASE Certification required, must possess minimum certifications of A-4 and A-5 at time of employmen

Preferred:

• 3- 5 years of verifiable experience as a mechanic

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer