Adopted: 23 June 2016

Amended: 25 October 2018

Isabella County Transportation Commission TECHNICIAN I/II/III

Wage per Current Labor Contract

Reports to:

Maintenance Manager, Transportation Manager, (Lead) Transportation Coordinator, Deputy Director, Executive Director

Work Schedule:

• Full-time - Hourly Position - 40 hours/week
• Part-time - Hourly Position - Up to 30 hours/week

Fair Labor Standards Act Status:

Non-Exempt

Description of Position:

 Technician employees will maintain all ICTC vehicles in a safe, efficient and effective running order. They will also repair and service vehicles under contract with other governmental entities.

Essential Functions:

• Maintain a clean and safe environment in the maintenance area.
• Notify the Lead Technician, Transportation Manager, Dispatcher, Lead Dispatcher, (Deputy) Executive Director of all serious vehicle, radio or building defects.
• Maintain current records on all ICTC vehicles, contract maintenance vehicles and inventory.
• Maintain maintenance on all equipment, such as jacks, hoist, air compressors, tools along with building and grounds.
• Provided preventative maintenance on a required basis (miles, hours or days).
• Maintenance on ICTC vehicle as not to jeopardize the safety of the public or ICTC employees.
• Perform related work as required (body and paint) of the ICTC vehicles to maintain the appearance of the ICTC vehicles.
• Experience in the use of hand, electric and air tools.
• Experience in gas, wire and arc welding.
• Respond to emergency road request on ICTC vehicles.

Standards and Qualifications:

Education and Experience

Must have graduated from an accredited high school graduate or equivalent.

The successful candidate will pass a pre-employment drug screen and physical by approved medical facility.

The successful candidate will possess a Commercial Driver’s License with a P endorsement, have a minimum one year experience (Technician III) OR minimum two years’ experience (Technician II) in vehicle maintenance and will possess a State of Michigan Certification in various vehicle maintenance fields, OR 3+ years’ experience with Master Certification in Heavy Duty Truck.

The successful candidate in Technician I, II, or III, will show a willingness to accept advanced training in vehicle maintenance or other training deemed useful by ICTC Management and will be able to show a satisfactory attendance record. The Technician I will demonstrate performance and ability to work without supervision, as evaluated by the Maintenance Manager and Executive Director.

The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a valid Michigan Commercial Driver’s License with the approved endorsements to legally operate all ICTC vehicles.

Knowledge and Skills Requirements:

 Knowledge

• Thorough knowledge of fleet maintenance with prior experience.
• Understanding of vehicle equipment and building maintenance.

Skills

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to deal pleasantly and effectively with co-workers, supervision, public officials, vendors and the general public.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules to accommodate ICTC needs.
• Maintain current records on all ICTC vehicles, contract maintenance vehicles and inventory.
• Maintain maintenance on all equipment, such as, jacks, hoist, air compressors, tools along with building and grounds.
• Provide preventative maintenance on a required basis (daily, weekly or mileage).
• Maintenance of ICTC vehicles as not to jeopardize the safety of the public or ICTC employees.
• Perform related work as required (body and paint) of the ICTC vehicles to maintain the appearance of the ICTC vehicles.
• Any other activities as required by management.

Physical Job Requirements:

• Must be able to stand and/or sit continuously to perform job functions.
• Must be able to physically stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb steps, crouch, handle or move passengers.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Visual acuity corrected to perform job functions.

Other Job Requirements: 

• Subject to random drug testing per ICTC’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy and Over-the- Counter and Prescription Drug Policy.
• Subject to periodic driving record check through the Department of State Bureau of Driver & Vehicle Record Lookup.
• Attend seminars, training and meetings as instructed by the Executive Director.
• Attend all employee meetings as required.

Environmental Conditions:

• Variable Work Environments: Work is conducted indoors and out with varying environmental conditions.
• When outdoors, employee will be subjected to weather and temperature changes. Possible exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy weather conditions. This includes; sunshine, rain, ice, snow or mix.
• Exposure to shaking objects and equipment.