Senior Fleet Technician - Advanced Vehicle Maintenance

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Fleet Service Technician on our Vehicle Fleet Operations team. In this position, you will ensure all Bloodworks’ fleet vehicles remain safe, operationally ready, and compliant with regulations while minimizing costs.

Principal responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform preventive and periodic maintenance on vehicles and bloodmobile generators, including mechanical and physical inspections, road tests, fluid changes, lubrication, brake service, tune-ups, component repair and replacement, air conditioning service and replacement, tire replacement and rotation, and wheel balancing.
• Perform minor and major vehicle repairs, including engine component repair and replacement, electrical component repair and replacement, transmission and drivetrain service and repair, body and trim repair, suspension system repair, and interior component service and repair, including lighting, beds, cabinets, and drawers.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical system issues.
• Prepare and process vehicles through emissions testing.
• Provide driver training and certification for fleet vehicle operators.
• Conduct driver ride checks.
• Coordinate roadside repairs, in-shop vendor repairs, and towing.
• Guide fleet replacement timelines and strategies.
• Maintain records of services and repairs performed on fleet vehicles.
• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to all safety procedures and other regulatory requirements.
• Be available to respond to after-hours calls involving operations-critical vehicle breakdowns.
• Order and, where needed, pick up repair parts in a cost-effective, time-efficient manner.
• Ensure full compliance with the standards outlined in the Bloodworks’ Vehicle Safety and Training Policy when operating or riding in company vehicles.
• Operate Bloodworks’ vehicles legally, safely, and courteously.
• Comply with all applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) as written.
• Perform other duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High School graduate or G.E.D. plus advanced technical/vocational coursework.
• ASE certification
• Minimum 5 years' experience in vehicle repair and maintenance.
• An EPA license for Vehicle Air Conditioning (IMVAC) is preferred.
• Must have held a driver’s license for at least 3 years and meet the MVR standards required by Bloodworks’ Vehicle Safety and Training Policy.
• Preference is given to applicants with a Washington State Commercial Driver's License, Class A or B, with an Air Brake Endorsement, or who can obtain a Commercial Driver’s License.
• Maintain a valid State Driver’s License in the state of residence, with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to complete the Defensive Driving Instructor Training Program and instruct other employees in defensive driving techniques.
• Required licenses, certification, or coursework depend on areas of expertise.

SPECIFIC JOB SKILLS include, but are not limited to:

• Ability to work and function independently with minimum supervision; may direct the work of others.
• Ability to learn computer-based maintenance programs.
• Required mental activities include continuous use of decision-making, teamwork, use of discretion, creativity, and problem analysis,interpersonal skills, customer service, mentoring, independent judgment and/or independent action, and the ability to read, speak, and understand English; presentations/teaching, training/supervising, and performing basic Math (used occasionally); negotiation (used rarely).
• Other mental activities include reading service manuals and schematics; working knowledge of gas and diesel engines; automotive electrical; air conditioning; drivetrain; suspension; braking systems; generators; carpentry; and purchasing.
• Required physical activities include…