Preventive Maintenance Technician

Yulee, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Preventive Maintenance Technician
Department: Vehicle Maintenance
Reports To: Vehicle Maintenance Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Effective Date: April 1 2025

White Oak conserves and sustains some of the earths rarest wild animals through innovative training research education and conservation breeding programs that contribute to the survival of wildlife in nature. The conservation programs span 600 acres along the St. Marys River in northeast Florida surrounded by 17000 acres of mixed forest and wetlands that make up the beautiful White Oak property. Founded in 1982 White Oak leads professional efforts to improve veterinary care develop holistic animal management techniques and better understand the biology of critically endangered species by providing excellent care and managing conservation programs for over 30 species of imperiled wildlife in large naturalistic habitats.

Position Purpose

Perform routine maintenance and minor mechanical repairs with minimal supervision to ensure proper performance and safety of all White Oak vehicles.

Responsibilities and Tasks

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include the following. Other duties may be assigned and some duties may be shared with other personnel or may not be assigned at all.

Identify mechanical problems in vehicles using routine maintenance check list.
Estimate time and materials required to perform service repairs.
Organize and conduct routine/preventative maintenance service schedules for all vehicles and various types of equipment Including but not limited to: Farm Tractors UTVs generators and automobiles
Maintain accurate updated preventive maintenance records.
Take daily directions from mechanics and report issues that may require further service
Operate tools equipment and machinery according to prescribed safety procedures.
Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties.
Ensure shop equipment and tools are in safe operating condition.
Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
Maintain accurate records of time and materials required to perform service.
Responsible for secure safe operation of shop and observance of safety procedures
Responsible for reporting on all vehicles and equipment in need of repair
Ensure all serviced equipment and vehicles are mechanically sound and safe for operation upon completion
Maintain clean and organize shop interior exterior and vehicle storage compliant with all DEP and other environmental regulations
Assist employees and guests with emergency vehicle related issues such as onsite towing
Make tire repairs as needed
Assist with other duties and tasks as needed and assigned

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Experience in shops specializing in preventive maintenance preferred.
knowledge of gasoline engine maintenance and repair
Ability to identify mechanical problems and report needed repairs
Ability to operate equipment and tools involved in vehicle repair
Ability to lift heavy equipment and vehicle parts 50lbs or more
Acceptable driving record
A valid Drivers License is required.

Special Working Conditions

Must be able to work weekends and holidays when required. Must be able to lift 50 pounds regularly. Must be able to work in all weather conditions in an open-air shop.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Moderate walking standing climbing heavy lifting carrying stooping bending kneeling and reaching. Work outside and inside around moving objects vehicles and machinery with moving parts. Exposure to dampness and humidity exhaust fumes gasoline and diesel fuel.

White Oak Conservation is committed to creating an environment where diverse perspectives are welcome and to nurturing a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender race color age national origin religion disability marital status sexual orientation gender identity/expression citizenship pregnancy or maternity veteran status or any other status protected by applicable national federal state or local law.

Required Experience:

Job Title: Preventive Maintenance TechnicianDepartment: Vehicle MaintenanceReports To: Vehicle Maintenance ManagerFLSA Status: Non-ExemptEffective Date: April 1 2025White Oak conserves and sustains some of the earths rarest wild animals through innovative training research education and conserva...