Summary: This position requires the ability to read mechanical and electrical schematics and be able to service mechanical and electrical components on fire apparatus. Needs to have a basic understanding of automotive upfitting terminology, controls, and engines. Must be able to troubleshoot service concerns on existing equipment as well as refits. Needs to gain an understanding of machine operation and controls and be able to use the operator interface to manually control machine functions. Other duties will include the assembly of mechanical components, pump testing, ladder testing, diesel and gas engine service.
Time Utilization: Normal business hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm M-F.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Ability to read and understand job aids
- Keeps all work areas clean and orderly
- Utilizes pneumatic and hand tools to assist with service/repairs
- Able and willing to travel for pump and ladder testing
- Responsible for quality of the product produced in his/her work area
- Keeps their supervisor apprised of issues related to daily performance
- Maintains discipline and a safe working environment
- Must be punctual, responsible, and reliable
- Must be able to lift up to 80 lbs. on an occasional basis
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education/Experience:
High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience. Mechanical aptitude required.
- Must possess the ability to use hand tools and power tools.
- Must maintain a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with others are required.
- Basic understanding/ability to use computers as attendance system is necessary.
Language Ability:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.
Math Ability:
Able to understand simple measuring tools/concepts.
Computer Skills:
Basic understanding/ability to use computers to set up simple controllers.
Certificates and Licenses:
This job offers training for relevant licenses and certificates.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The associate must regularly lift and /or move up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this Job, the associate is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The associate is frequently required to climb or balance. The associate is occasionally required to sit.
Behavior Standard:
Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a respectful manner so that associates get along with customers, clients, co-workers and management.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Overnight travel
Experience:
- Mechanical knowledge: 2 years (Required)
- hand and power tools: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Diesel engine repair: 2 years (Preferred)
- Mechanical knowledge: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Salina, KS 67401 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Salina, KS 67401: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Salina, KS 67401