Equipment Technician Saginaw

Objective: The Equipment Technician is responsible for assuring vehicle readiness, building maintenance, and inventory control.

Essential Duties:

• Know and support the Mission Statement, Policy/Procedures and standards of MMR.
• Wash the exterior of ambulances and other vehicles as needed prior to those units going into service.
• Remove and clean cots prior to the ambulance going into service.
• Disinfect all interior surfaces as indicated on check sheet.
• Responsible for restocking ambulances with required supplies and equipment.
• Document on an incident report and notifies the Supervisor immediately of any unsafe situation found in the ambulance (ie: mechanical problem, bio-hazard, aberrant sharp, etc.).
• Assure that the cab area in the ambulance and all windows are clean.
• Maintain and ensure the cleaning and restocking areas are neat and free of hazards at all times.
• Assist with inventory control of all supplies and equipment.
• Responsible for routine janitorial duties.
• Empty trash and garbage containers.
• Assist with grounds upkeep, including lawn care and snow removal.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skill and Competency Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Possess and maintain a valid Michigan driver license with an acceptable driving record as defined by MMR’s insurance carrier
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, in a professional manner
• 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, telephone, printer, typewriter and calculator
• Must complete initial and annual Bloodborne Pathogens Training
• Must be at least 18 years old

Physical Factors: Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds alone. Ability to bend, lift, stoop, climb and reach. Has visual acuity of at least 20/40 (Snellen) in each eye, with corrective lenses and a field of vision in the horizontal meridian not less than a total 140 degrees; ability to distinguish traffic colors (red, green, amber); hearing should be adequate in the better ear for conversational tones without the use of hearing aids. Meet minimum requirements of MMR post-employment physical examination, physical ability test and drug screen.

Working Conditions: Most work is done in a typical garage setting, but with daily exposure to all other department areas. Inside and outside work.