Fleet Operator Technician

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Our college strives to make a positive difference in people’s lives through accessible and excellent educational programs and services.
Washtenaw Community College seeks to recruit and retain a productive workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve our community and to build on the success of our students, faculty & staff. Washtenaw Community College is committed to creating a welcoming environment.
Washtenaw Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Posting Number:

Posting Number: 0603920

Position Title:

Position is:

Position is:
Regular full-time

Position Type:

Position Type:
Staff Position (Full Time/Part Time)

Department/Ofc.:

Department/Ofc.:
Facilities

Position

Description:

Position Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Landscape and Grounds Manager, the Fleet Operator Technician is responsible for overall maintenance of the campus fleet, utility vehicles, and grounds equipment used to support college operations. Performs a variety of technical and maintenance functions, including but not limited to, operation of heavy equipment, ordering parts and materials, snow removal operations, digital software applications, and assisting with special projects in the division.

Essential

Duties include:

• Perform inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs on heavy and power equipment, such as tractors, lift trucks, loaders, mowers, small engines and other ground-related equipment.
• Perform inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs on electric, hybrid, diesel, and gasoline powered fleet vehicles, UTV’s and related attachments.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues in accordance with manufacturer guidelines, industry standards, and safety regulations.
• Complete reports, work orders, documentation, and perform other clerical duties as required daily.
• Procure parts and materials, coordinate equipment purchases, and maintain parts inventory for fleet vehicles, UTV’s, and grounds maintenance equipment.
• Operate heavy equipment owned and leased by the College, including wheel loaders, backhoe, forklift, snowplow, and dump truck with salt spreaders.
• Assist with fleet utilization data, cost/benefit analysis, and provide recommendations for future capital equipment expenditures.
• Provide technical expertise and assist with developing bid specifications for selection and purchase of new fleet vehicles and power equipment.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry advancements, technology, products, and equipment to support effective diagnostics and maintenance procedures.
• Utilize artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled tools and software, to support job-related functions and improve efficiency, accuracy, communication, documentation, planning, training, troubleshooting, reporting, work management, and other operational responsibilities, while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with institutional policies, procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Removes snow and ice from walkways, drives, paths, and parking lots by hand and with plow trucks, power brooms, snow blowers and heavy equipment.
• Instruct, demonstrate, and share knowledge with Facilities personnel on the proper operation, use, and general maintenance of vehicles and related power equipment.
• Weld, braze, and fabricate various kinds of metals.
• Identify and report unsafe conditions, damage, deterioration, or needed repairs to campus grounds or property.
• Wash vehicles, equipment, tools, and work areas to maintain cleanliness and shop safety.
• Perform other related duties as directed.
• Utilize artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled tools and software, to support job-related functions and improve efficiency, accuracy, communication, documentation,…