Emergency Vehicle Technician
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Emergency Medical Care Inc. (EMC) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Medavie Health Services (MHS) that manages and operates ground ambulance, air medical transport and the medical communications operations in Nova Scotia through a performance-based contract with the provincial government's Emergency Health Services (EHS) Operations division and the Department of Health and Wellness. EMC also operates TeleHealth/811 medical communications for Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island for the Department of Health.
EMC accesses all communities in Nova Scotia in a timely and efficient manner with a fleet of more than 180 ambulances and support vehicles operating out of over 60 stations. They respond to over 165,000 calls annually across the province, managed through the EHS Operations Medical Communications Centre, the hub for all emergency (911) and non-emergency (hospital transfers) medical calls.
The EHS Operations LifeFlight program extends accessibility by responding to patients on scene or through inter-facility transports by a critical care team via helicopter, fixed wing, or ground ambulance.
Paramedics in Nova Scotia participate in various programs including community-based paramedic programs, collaborative emergency centres, emergency preparedness and special operations.
About the role
Reporting to the Manager of Fleet Services, the Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) is part of a team that maintains a well-maintained, safe, effective, and efficient fleet of vehicles to provide optimal customer service and patient care. EVTs must maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and conduct themselves safely and prudently. They are responsible for ensuring all ambulances are safe, effective, and preventatively maintained according to EMC and EHSNS policies and procedures. Employees support safety initiatives and maintain a culture focused on patient safety and a safe workplace.
Responsibilities
- Operate all vehicles according to EMC and EHS policies
- Obtain Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Certification
- Complete Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications as directed
- Acquire company and self-directed education related to EVT duties
- Maintain a valid Motor Vehicle Inspection license for vehicle types managed by EMC
- Ensure proper documentation of all work orders including odometer readings, parts quantities and numbers, detailed service and repair descriptions, and labor times
- Submit inspection sheets and end-of-day status reports to Fleet Manager and Team Leads
- Compile daily list of mechanical parts, supplies, or tools to be ordered
- Complete mechanical repairs as directed
- Maintain cleanliness of the station during shifts
- Provide excellent customer service to vendors, colleagues, paramedics, and the public
- Perform related duties as required
- Service and repair Offsite Operational Base Generators
- Travel to other fleet centers as needed to provide operational coverage
- Produce high-quality work
- Take operational direction from Manager, Fleet Services or alternate
Requirements
Education and Experience
- Excellent practical knowledge of the Motor Vehicle Repair Trade, workload management, basic computer programs, and inventory control
- Five (5) years' experience as a Red Seal Certified Automotive Service Technician
- Completion of SDS, Emergency Vehicle Repair, and courses related to ambulance manufacturing, repair, and inventory control
- Valid Nova Scotia Class 4 Driver's License in good standing
- Current Nova Scotia Motor Vehicle Technician Red Seal Certification in good standing
- Willingness to acquire and maintain Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Certification
Knowledge and Skills
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Good interpersonal skills for working with people and groups
- Good decision-making skills and ability to take initiative
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment
Physical Requirements
- Potential exposure to contaminated items
- Irregular work schedules, including shift work and overtime as needed
- Working in potentially cluttered, greasy, and dirty service centers
Medavie
Emergency Vehicle Technician needed in Dartmouth, NS, to maintain and repair ambulance fleet with Red Seal certification required.
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