This dual position is characterized by the responsibility to assist in managing Montgomery County EMS Department’s fleet of vehicles and thirteen (13) facilities.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS – KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of County Government and Departmental operations, policy, procedures and administrative orders

• Knowledge of applicable State of Tennessee, Department of Health, EMS Division statutes, rules, administrative orders, policies and procedures

• General automotive knowledge, statutes, rules, regulations, practices and procedures.

• Proficiency in vehicle and facilities maintenance, repair and design.

• Ability to effectively use computers and related equipment, hardware and software for preparing reports, maintaining inventory and tracking repair records.

• Thorough knowledge of local streets and hospital locations

• Has exceptional organizational, management, human relations and technical skills

• Skill in working under stressful situations, in receiving and assessing information, then making appropriate decisions for response

• Skill in effectively maintaining equipment, facilities and operations; determining when maintenance may be required

• Skill in determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to complete a job

• Skill in giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times

• Skill in effectively communicating in both oral and written form

• Generalized computer operations utilizing a variety of software applications

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Incumbent must possess the ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Incumbent must possess the ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Incumbent must possess the ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and the ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Incumbent must possess the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Incumbent must possess the ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed in a typical indoor office setting with some exposure to wet or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS/ACTIVITIES:

While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The incumbent frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. The incumbent is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and climb or balance. The incumbent must occasionally lift move, push, pull, and/or drag up to 100 pounds. The incumbent will be required to occasionally work and lift in confined spaces as well as in adverse areas and/or conditions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Can climb up and down a ladder without difficulty and is unafraid of heights.

The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and is not a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may also be assigned job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Montgomery County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the requirements of the Civil Rights Act of 1966 (Section 1981) and 1964 (Title VI, VII,) Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), Equal Pay Act (EPA) and the Uniformed Services Employment and Re-employment Rights Act (USERRA).

Department: EMS

Pay Grade: 80, Non-Exempt

Starting hourly rate: $23.97

Minimum Experience: At least one year of vehicle and building maintenance; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Minimum Education: High School Diploma (or GED) required.

Certifications, Licenses:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

• A pre-employment criminal background check is required.

Under the direction of the Fleet and Facilities Manager plans, organizes, assists, and directs the operation of the department’s vehicle fleet services, which includes the ambulances, command vehicles and manages the facilities ongoing maintenance and repair.

• Prioritizes, schedules and manages in a timely fashion the maintenance and repair of EMS fleet and facilities
• Plans, directs and coordinates the operation of vehicle maintenance and repair for MCEMS
• Assists with a preventative maintenance and vehicle replacement program.
• Reviews periodic repair procedures to ensure completeness, accuracy and efficiency.
• Locates and purchases parts, supplies and equipment necessary to perform repairs and modifications
• Consults with outside vendors to perform repairs that are outside of the scope or abilities of the department
• Assist with coordination of maintenance and repairs on all EMS fleet and facilities, ensures all maintenance records are completed and filed; develops and applies fleet management programs
• Prepares work orders; plans, organizes, and prioritizes vehicles and facilities for maintenance and repairs; coordinates work with internal employees and/or external contractors or vendors
• Monitor and control supplies and equipment related to facility/vehicle maintenance; order supplies and tools as necessary; prepare documents for equipment procurement; prepare specifications and contracts for contract services.
• Routinely will service and repair EMS station needs such as minor electrical, plumbing, & HVAC issues with the use of associated hand, power, and specialty tools and equipment as needed
• Oversee the maintenance of EMS grounds ie: landscaping, mowing, and tree trimming as needed
• Maintain back flow prevention valves and station sprinkler systems.
• Maintain station generators and transfer switches along with scheduling of preventative maintenance
• Replace ceiling tiles
• Trouble shoot small appliance problems
• Sheet rock repair and painting
• Maintain, service, and schedule preventative maintenance of all garage doors
• Moves equipment, furniture, boxes, or other items to be relocated.
• Evaluate roof leaks, gutter problems, and clean gutters if needed
• Work with EMS administration, Fleet and Facility Manager, and County Engineer’s office for remodel and new construction projects
• Work in conjunction with County Maintenance on larger projects where assistance is needed including snow and ice removal
• Work in conjunction with MCEMS Communications Technician and County IT Department for proximity access to stations and security cameras

• Communicates regularly with the Fleet & Facilities Manager and departmental command staff about fleet and building issues

• Demonstrates awareness and understanding of the various internal and external cultures that utilize department services

• Consistently reports to work on time prepared to perform duties of position

• Understands that at times work hours could fall outside the window of normal business hours

• Meets County Government productivity and quality standards

• Maintains appropriate customer/vendor relations

• Works to obtain and maintain Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) certifications, Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC), and Basis Life Support/CPR Card

COUNTY ORGANIZATION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Represent the Department to other County departments, elected officials and outside agencies; coordinate Department activities with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations.

• Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.