
Cloudnine Hospitals
Urgently Required
Fleet Maintenance Technician
Experience : 1 to 5 years
No of vacancies : 1
Job Description: A Fleet Maintenance Technician is responsible for the routine maintenance, repair, and overall management of a company’s vehicle fleet. These professionals ensure that all vehicles are in safe and optimal working condition to support operational efficiency and safety standards. The role requires a mix of mechanical skills, diagnostic abilities, and knowledge of a wide range of vehicles, from standard passenger cars to specialized commercial or emergency vehicles.
Key Responsibilities: Routine Maintenance: Perform regular maintenance checks and services on fleet vehicles, including oil changes, tire rotations, and inspections.
Repairs: Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical vehicle issues, ranging from simple fixes to complex problems involving engines, transmissions, and other critical systems.
Record Keeping: Maintain detailed records of all maintenance and repair work performed on each vehicle, including parts used and labor hours.
Safety Inspections: Conduct thorough safety inspections to ensure all fleet vehicles comply with legal and company safety standards.
Parts Inventory: Manage inventory of spare parts and supplies, ordering new stock as necessary while keeping track of costs.
Vendor Relations: Coordinate with external vendors and suppliers for parts or services that cannot be completed in-house.
Emergency Response: Provide rapid response to vehicle breakdowns, including on-site repairs or coordination of towing services.
Compliance: Ensure that all maintenance activities comply with industry standards and government regulations.
Education Qualifications: Education: High school diploma or equivalent; post-secondary education in automotive technology or a related field is preferred.
Certification: Certifications from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) are highly regarded.
Experience: Previous experience in vehicle maintenance and repair is required. Experience with the specific type of fleet vehicles (e.g., commercial, emergency, heavy-duty) is a plus.
Licenses: A valid driver’s license, often with a clean driving record. Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) may be required for certain fleets.
Key Attributes: Technical Skills: Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills. Proficiency in using diagnostic equipment and understanding vehicle electronic systems.
Attention to Detail: Ability to perform detailed inspections and repairs, ensuring vehicles meet all safety and performance standards.
Organizational Skills: Competence in managing maintenance schedules, parts inventory, and records with high accuracy.
Problem-Solving: Aptitude for quickly diagnosing issues and determining the most effective solutions.
Communication: Effective communication skills for interacting with team members, drivers, and vendors.
About the Role: Although not directly involved in patient care, Fleet Maintenance Technicians play a crucial role in healthcare settings, particularly for organizations that rely on vehicle fleets for emergency medical services, patient transport, or mobile healthcare services. Ensuring these vehicles are in top working condition is essential for the timely and safe delivery of healthcare services, directly impacting the overall efficiency and reliability of healthcare operations.