Assistant Vehicle Prep Technician

Reporting Relationship: Supervisor of Fleet Services

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Objective: The Assistant Vehicle Prep Technician is responsible for installing and maintaining wireless communications systems which include two-way radios, computer systems, software and security systems in new ambulances.  Scope of responsibility includes computing equipment and software applications, peripheral devices and Vehicle Driver feedback systems (Road Safety).  

Essential Duties:

• Know and support the Mission Statement, Policy/Procedures and standards of MMR.
• Assists in Installation of equipment for preparing a new ambulance for service and other systems managed by the department.
• Assist in configuration and maintenance of wireless communications hardware, software and security systems.
• Assists with system modifications and repairs.
• Assists Department with minor Automotive repairs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skill and Competency Requirements:

• State of Michigan Certified in Automotive Electrical Systems preferred
• Experienced in 12 volt wiring connections and soldering
• Possess and maintain a valid Michigan driver license and maintain an acceptable driving record as defined by MMR’s insurance carrier
• Must be available for on call 24 hours a day for emergency situations
• 6 months of prior work experience in vehicle electronics systems
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, in a professional manner with customers and vendors
• Ability to gain respect from others
• Basic computer skills including the ability to utilize a computer PC with Windows operating system
• Ability to operate office equipment, including but not limited to, copier, fax machine, scanner, monitor, multi-line telephone, printer, typewriter and calculator
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Skilled in typing, data entry, electronic filing, document retrieval
• Ability to maintain sound budgetary practices
• Ability to exercise initiative, judgment and problem solving during decision making
• Ability to develop effective work relationships with staff, government agencies and the public
• Must furnish own tools
• Must be at least 18 years old

Working Conditions: This position requires occasional travel. Hours of work may vary to include early mornings, late evenings and weekends. Regular scheduling involves long shifts and occasional scheduled and unscheduled overtime. May occasionally work in outside weather conditions. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places. Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humidity, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, cold, heat and risk of electrical shock. The noise level is usually moderate but may be high at times due to vehicle or mechanical equipment noise.

Acknowledgment: I understand and agree to the following: (1) that it is my responsibility to read this description in its entirety; (2) that the job description and duties are subject to change at the discretion of MMR; (3) that MMR retains the right to eliminate the position or reassign me to another position; and (4) that my employment is at will and that MMR may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.

MMR is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer.

"This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities or any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his or her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty."