University of Idaho Hiring for GLS Service Technician/Fleet Manager at Idaho, United States Full Time

University of Idaho

GLS Service Technician/Fleet Manager

Location: Moscow

Division/College: Facilities Management

Employee Category: Classified

Pay Range: $29.37 per hour or higher depending on
experience.

FTE: 1

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Summary:
Working within a team environment and under the general direction
of the Building Exteriors and Mechanical Shops Supervisor, the GLS
Service Technician performs skilled duties in support of
departmental goals. Responsibilities primarily involve the
operation, maintenance, diagnosis and repair of University
vehicles, construction equipment and landscape-care. Providing
technical support and customer service to other department programs
and maintenance operations; supporting the Facilities snow and ice
removal program; and contributing to the team effort.

This is an essential position that will be called upon in
the event of an emergency and/or University Closure.

Benefits include:

• A consistent/regular schedule
• 13 Paid holidays, 12+ paid vacation days and 12 days of sick
  leave per year
• Reduced-cost education opportunities
• Medical, dental and vision insurance with employer
  cost-sharing
• State of Idaho PERSI annuity retirement program.

  Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience totaling five (5) years’ relating to maintenance and
  repair of vehicles and other equipment, automotive and small engine
  mechanic/power diagnostics, mechanical systems, use of shop hand
  and power diagnostic tools such as scan tools, experience trouble
  shooting and overhauls.
• Experience performing routine record keeping, using electronic
  applications including billing for services, updating service
  transactions, maintaining inventory, and emailing
  communications.
• Experience maintaining records that document compliance with
  DEQ regulatory requirements.
• Experience performing tire installation and repair, brake
  replacement and repair, automotive electrical diagnostics and
  repair, landscape equipment repair, diesel and gasoline engine
  repairs, vehicle repairs, and snow equipment and hydraulics
  repair.
• Experience working in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3-5 years additional experience concerning fleet care and/or
  heavy equipment repair.
• Certification in operation of a variety of heavy equipment such
  as: Loader, Backhoe, Grader, Roller, Excavator, Aerial Lifts,
  Scissor Lifts, Street Sweeper, Forklift, Uni-loaders, Mowers, &
  Equipment Lifts.
• GCSAA training and small engine repair OPESA
  certification.
• Demonstrated skill in welding and/or fabricating specialized
  vehicular devices.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Ability to climb and work at various heights above ground using
  ladders, scaffolding or lift and bucket trucks to make mechanical
  repairs.
• Ability to lift and carry or otherwise move up to 90 pounds in
  a routine, repetitive manner as needed.
• Ability to bend, stoop, crawl, twist, climb, and walk around,
  on top, in, and under a variety of equipment on a routine basis
  throughout the workday.
• Ability to work on uneven and slick surfaces.

Required Licensures, Certifications or other

• Must be ASE Certified: A Master Automobile Technician and
  Maintenance and Light Repair Technician certifications, or able to
  acquire within six months of hire.
• Must have or be able to obtain within 3 months of hire a
  Commercial Driver License Class B or better with air brake
  endorsement and participate in the DOT Drug Testing Program. No
  Medical Card.
• Must possess: a valid motor vehicle operator’s license and be
  able to meet policy requirements for driving University
  vehicles.
• Must be able and willing to work weekends/nights for on-call
  and emergency service requests, and during seasonal snow removal,
  extended work shifts and additional night shifts are required.

Posting Number: SP003670P

Posting Date: 11/03/2022

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:
Applications will be reviewed on 11/20/22 and at regular intervals
thereafter until suitable applicant is hired.

Background Check: Applicants who are selected as final
possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background
check.

To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu

EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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