Mechanic Level 2

This position will be working out of our Irwindale, CA location and will support our Fleet from our Los Angeles County Operations. Ideal candidates should have at least 3 years of automotive mechanic experience.*

Falck is a is a global emergency medical services provider originating from Denmark that services 4 states in the US including: California, Oregon, Texas, and Colorado.  Falck has been operating in the US since 2010 and is one of the largest private providers of emergency medical services in the country today. Our BLS and ALS services impact not only the lives of our patients, but their families and communities.

Position Summary:  

The primary job responsibilities of the Mechanic Level II/B is to be responsible and accountable for providing quality mechanical repairs and maintenance work up to their level of certification, utilizing all resources available within the shop area. The Mechanic Level II/B will provide ongoing preventive maintenance to include all emergency repairs and roadwork necessary. Performs maintenance and repairs on all fleet vehicles, including but not limited to diagnosing, disassembling and assembling components and engines.

The primary objective of the Mechanic  Level II/B is to provide a safe, qualified shop environment for himself as well as other technicians while being available to answer questions both to the field personnel and supervisors. Must provide their own basic hand tools. Performs a higher range of maintenance functions involving additional mechanical, electrical, electronic and hydraulic components. This position also uses more specialized equipment for repair and diagnostics. This class differs from the Mechanic I position, given the higher skills required to use more specialized diagnostic equipment, greater independence of action needed to diagnose a range of mechanical and repair needs, and the higher complexity level of the work assignments performed. Employee satisfies all of the requirements outlined as a Level 1 Technician. 

What We Offer:

• Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)
• 401(k) with company match
• Training and Career Development
• Paid Time-Off

Responsibilities:

The Mechanic Level 2 may be assigned one or more duties. These duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:                    

• Diagnose both gasoline and diesel engines: Overhaul complete engines, replace engine components: Turbo, EGR, egr cooler, injectors, high fuel pressure pumps and seals under minimal supervision of level III mechanic.
• Electrical: Test for draws, shorts and open in wiring harness. Perform installations of aftermarket components: back up cameras, shift locks and anti-theft systems.
• Diagnose OBD-II codes with diagnostic tools, use repair guides and diagnostic tools: Xentry, IDS and MDI.
• Replace or repair faulty parts including wheel bearings, clutches, oil seals, shock absorbers, exhaust systems, steering mechanisms, and related parts.
• Repair vehicle heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), belts, hoses, water pumps, and related parts, including refrigerant recycling and all component repair and replacement and exhaust systems.
• Diagnose cause of any malfunction and perform repairs to manufacturer specifications including but not limited to engines, transmissions and clutches, drive-line, differential.
• Proficient in electrical meter testing.
• Service and perform preventative maintenance on ambulances, marketing cars and operation vehicles.
• Perform safety inspections on all vehicles and ensure repair has been completed before vehicle is released from the shop. Ensure there are no open defects or upcoming preventative maintenance due prior to releasing unit back into service.
• Clean shop and properly dispose of discarded mechanical parts and materials; recycle appropriate shop by-products including oil, antifreeze, and oil/fuel filters.
• Reports all requests for parts expenditures over $1000.00 to the appropriate Fleet Maintenance Shop Lead.
• Disassembles and performs partial or complete overhaul of engines, transmissions, differentials.
• Uses gauges, special tools, and specialized equipment to diagnose mechanical failure or problems
• Diagnose and troubleshoot vehicle problems.
• Installs and/or adjusts brakes, heaters and defrosters.
• Replaces worn or broken parts.
• Operates vehicles to diagnose problems and validate that repairs have been completed.
• Constructs, maintains or services shop equipment as necessary.
• Repairs gasoline and diesel engines.
• Repairs equipment and machinery as necessary.
• Performs duties of previous level in series, as listed below.
• Dispenses fuel, checks and refills fluid levels and changes oil and filters, as necessary
• Makes minor adjustments and repairs on equipment (such as repairing and/or replacing tires, head and tail lamps, muffler clamps, windshield wipers, and brakes and suspension)
• Checks equipment for defects (such as cracked or broken hoses or belts, worn tires, and inoperative lights)
• Removes and replaces batteries
• Oils and greases equipment
• Test drives vehicles to assure proper working order, and delivers vehicles for servicing or refueling
• Cleans vehicles
• Cleans garage area and maintains shop equipment
• Disassembles and cleans vehicle parts
• Fixes door handles and locking mechanisms.
• Expected to comply with company policies and procedures, loss prevention, safety, and environmental codes and ordinances.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The individual in this position must possess the following qualifications:              

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to work effectively with a diverse range of individuals, teams, managers, supervisors, and external customers. Excellent ability to communicate and work cohesively across Department lines.
• Must have the ability to consistently deliver outstanding customer service to all internal and external customers.
• Strong organization skills and attentiveness to detail.
• Ability to maintain a professional manner and appearance at all times.
• Satisfactory driving record in accordance with Company Driving Policy.
• Current state driver’s license.
• At least 3 -5 years of experience repairing and performing preventative vehicle maintenance on emergency vehicles or equivalent.

Education Requirements:

The individual in this position must possess the following education requirements:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 3-6 ASE Certifications (these can be retrieved after hire)

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This job description is a summary of duties, it is by no means an all-inclusive list but is merely a broad guide of expected duties.

Falck is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.