Fleet Services Technician

Central Rural Electric Cooperative

Exhibiting stewardship for the cooperative, the Fleet Services Technician professionally represents the Loss Control department by performing the day-to-day operations such as: providing maintenance on fleet vehicles and equipment to increase reliability and carrying out the objectives and goals of the department.

Core Values

The core values represent the code of conduct required of every employee to ensure a higher standard of performance and cooperation is demonstrated and maintained throughout the cooperative.

• Safety First - It is our responsibility to educate and protect ourselves, coworkers, members and the public from hazards exposed by the nature of our work.
• Purpose Driven – We believe that safe, affordable and reliable electricity is the foundation of our communities and has the power to transform lives.
• Dedicated to Serve – We make every decision and measure every outcome based on how well it serves our members.
• Respectful Engagement – We listen to one another and embrace diverse opinions, tactful honesty and authentic integrity.
• Servant Leadership – We look for ways to help each other grow through collaboration and teamwork. Above all, we treat others with the respect, compassion and equality they deserve.
• Results Oriented – We follow through on commitments and show forward progress.

Core Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities described below are the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be all inclusive for this position.

• Performs proper inspection, testing and maintenance on all company vehicles and equipment.
• Performs major and minor repairs on vehicles and equipment in shop and field.
• Maintain vehicle records by tracking vehicle problems, service and repairs.
• Updates job knowledge of vehicle changes and new technology available.
• Equip new vehicles for appropriate function (i.e. install radios, lights, wire and ladder racks, etc.)
• Order and pick-up replacement parts for fleet vehicles/equipment.
• Research, present and apply better ways to maintain vehicles. Spec CREC vehicles to best fit our needs.

 Classification

• Non-exempt
• This is a safety sensitive position.
• Reports to Fleet Mechanic
• Decisions and duties are highly structured and reviewed and have a controlled impact on the organization. Work requires a moderate degree of responsibility for information, technology and/or equipment.
• Position has no formal supervisory responsibility for the work of others.

Qualifications

A successful candidate must believe in the core values of the cooperative and be driven by the mission. The duties and responsibilities described above are the essential functions of the job. The qualifications below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Specific requirements and competencies include:

• Solid Educational Background – high school diploma or equivalent with at least 2 years of relative work experience required which can include automotive/diesel, and heavy-equipment systems
• Must be familiar with D.O.T. safety requirements
• Must be CPR and First Aid certified or possess the ability to obtain such certification within one year of

employment.

• Must have and maintain a valid Oklahoma "Class A" Commercial Driver's License and meet all D.O.T. requirements.

• Must possess an effective working knowledge of engine trouble-shooting, vehicle/equipment electrical systems, brakes, steering, suspension, and hydraulic systems.
• Action Oriented - enjoys working hard and looks for challenges; able to act and react as necessary, even if limited information is available; not afraid to take charge of a situation; can overcome resistance to leadership and take unpopular stands when necessary
• Achievement Focus - Sets and achieves challenging goals, demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles, measures self against standard of excellence, recognizes and acts on opportunities and takes calculated risks to accomplish goals
• Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge, exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills, keeps abreast of current developments, requires minimal supervision, displays understanding of how job relates to others and uses resources effectively
• Self-Management - Regulates impact of own emotions upon others, remains focused and energized under stress, accepts criticism and recovers quickly from setbacks, projects realistic self confidence in abilities
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures, determines appropriate action beyond guidelines uses equipment and materials properly and reports potentially unsafe conditions

Working Conditions

Work Environment

Regular exposure to moving machinery and/or vehicles; regular exposure to weather including heat, cold, dampness and/or humidity

Work Hazards

Frequent exposure to extremes in noises, temperatures, distractions, etc.  Frequent exposure to hazards

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Heavy physical exertion required for this position. Lifting 100 lbs. maximum and occasionally lifting and/or carrying such articles as computer printouts, map books, ledgers, small tools, computer monitors, etc.  Walking and standing will be required.  Reaching.  Handling.  Fingering.  Feeling.  Talking.  Hearing.