Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance Technician
Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance Technician
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Position Summary
The Transportation Department at the College of Saint Benedict invites applications for a fulltime 1.0 FTE) benefit eligible position of Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance Technician.
The Vehicle and Maintenance Technician supports the Transportation Departments mission by ensuring the safety and reliability of College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint Johns University (SJU) owned vehicles and equipment. This position is responsible for performing inspections preventative maintenance and general repairs to keep the fleet operating efficiently. The technician works to provide safe prompt and courteous transportation services for students faculty and staff.
Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement
The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint Johns University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decisionmaking processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.
CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). For further information regarding our institutions visit CSBSJU.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventative maintenance diagnose malfunctions and repair CSB and SJU all CSB and SJUowned vehicles and equipment.
- Test and verify the safe operation of all vehicles and equipment following repairs.
- Help reduce operational costs through efficient maintenance and repair of vehicles and equipment.
- Instruct employees and students on the safe and proper use of collegeowned vehicles and equipment; document any misuse after prior instruction.
- Maintain a clean organized and safe work environment.
- Serve as a relief bus driver as needed.
- Report for duty during campus closures or emergencies as essential staff as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- ASE Certified Technician
- Twoyear degree in automotive or diesel mechanics or equivalent apprenticeship required.
- Twoyear degree in welding or equivalent apprenticeship preferred.
- Two years of experience maintaining and repairing industrial engines and construction equipment preferred.
- Possess a valid class B CDL with passenger endorsement and no air brake restriction.
- Possess D.O.T inspection certificate for annual bus inspections.
- Experience repairing and maintaining industrial and construction equipment.
- Proficiency in oxyacetylene ARC and MIG welding techniques and equipment use.
- Knowledge of diesel and gasoline engines hydraulic and mechanical transmissions automotive electrical systems and hydraulic lift systems.
- Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team with minimal supervision.
- Working knowledge of state and federal transportation regulations.
- Strong communication skills to work effectively with members of the college community.
- Ability to safely operate and instruct others on various types of equipment.
- Commitment to workplace safety including training and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Ability to read understand and follow written and verbal instructions
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to pass a DOT physical exam.
- Subject to DOT drug and alcohol random testing throughout employment.
- Ability to lift objects weighing 40 or more pounds.
- Ability to work with and or around hazardous chemicals in a safe manner.
- Ability to tolerate working in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
- Ability to bend kneel crouch walk and drive.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- Regular travel between the campuses of the College of Saint Benedict and Saint Johns University.
To Apply
Applications are accepted online by clicking on Apply. Candidates are asked to complete the application form and submit a letter of application and resume.
If you require an accommodation to participate in The College of Saint Benedict hiring process please contact Human Resources ator.
It is the policy of CSB to conduct a preemployment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check. CSB also utilizes EVerify as part of its onboarding process to confirm work authorization.
The College of Saint Benedict is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
