Vehicle Service Technician

Location

Aurora, CO | United States

Job description

Falck is a global emergency medical services provider originating from Denmark that services 3 states in the US including: California, Oregon, and Colorado. Falck has been operating in the US since 2010 and is the second largest private provider 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.

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Vehicle Supply Technician

Pay: $17.50/Hr.

Job Type
Full Time

Falck Rocky Mountain is now hiring Vehicle Supply Technicians! Falck provides a family-like environment while being part of a global company.

We respond to over 42,000 calls each year, and the majority of our responses are 911 calls with the City of Aurora and Buckley Air Force Base. Our partners with Aurora Fire Rescue ride in on approximately 25% of our 911 transports. Come join the team that out performs both State of Colorado and U.S. averages on cardiac arrest resuscitation. With our partners, Falck continues to lead in neurologic survivability of patients who have a cardiac arrest event. Survivability increased from 18% in 2019 to 24% in 2021, and we hope to continue this trend as we strive for excellence in our application of evidence-based medicine. 

We are advancing the practice of EMS by being one of only 184 ET3 (Emergency triage, treatment, and transport) ambulance providers in the nation as selected by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Through this program, we deliver telehealth and alternate destination capabilities for our patients. We are one of six ambulance services in Colorado accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services (CAAS).

What We Offer:

• Robust Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
• In house peer support w/clinical oversight
• Monthly CEs w/free access to an online learning platform
• 6% 401 (k) match
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Disability & Life Insurance
• 3 weeks Paid time off first year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Benefits Hub discounts
• Referral Program
• Retention Bonus

Position Summary:

The main job responsibility of the Vehicle Supply Technician (VST) is to decrease the crew in-service time by eliminating the need for crews to inventory unit, prevent equipment malfunctions through an intensive PM schedule, and decrease the amount of lost unit hours due to equipment issues.

Essential Functions:

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

• Prior to the beginning of the unit’s shift responsible for inventory and restocking vehicles with the necessary medical equipment/supplies.
• Coordinate maintenance of adequate supplies to avoid shortages.
• Maintain asset tracking and preventative maintenance schedules and records for ancillary hardware.
• Inventory medical supplies and restock all units prior to the units going in service, inkling but not limited to: Backboards, KED’s Cervical Collars, Oxygen Cylinders, Biohazard bags, Trash bags/Cleaning supplies, Suction units, Bag valve masks, Laryngoscopes, Scoop stretchers.
• Inventory and restock hard and soft kits as requested by the materials manager, and as indicated by inventory levels and company policy.
• Report deficiencies, safety violations, and hazards to the on duty supervisor.
• Complete unit inventory form completely and accurately.
• Check oxygen pressure levels and replace if below policy minimums.
• Comply with established universal precautions and isolation procedures.
• Maintain parts inventory and requisition replacement parts as necessary.
• Maintain tools in a secure, clean and safe environment.
• Stay versed in the needs and expectations of field personnel, supervisors, and mechanics.
• Coordinate shipment of assigned miscellaneous types of field equipment to designated service centers as directed by materials manager.
• Attend and participate in service education classes, on the job training programs, etc. as scheduled or as directed.
• Handle, dispose of, and clean medical supplies and equipment without creating an undue exposure to blood borne pathogens.
• Ability to achieve skills taught by Falck USA personnel in repairs and related duties. Must demonstrate proficiency to instructor’s satisfaction.

Additional Duties:

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

• Turn in and report all lost and found items to the on duty supervisor.
• Use spray washer, mop, bucket, etc. to clean the inside of the unit when necessary.
• Requisition replacement parts to complete necessary repairs.
• Package equipment needing maintenance or repair for shipment to designated service center.
• Assist in lifting heavy chemical barrels and equipment, supplies, etc. as requested.
• Place and receive supply orders using the web based inventory procurement software.
• Have knowledge of the uniform ordering and system software.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned by the materials manager.

Education Requirements:

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

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• EMT certification required

Environmental Conditions:

The VST works outside in weather and can be exposed to wet or dry conditions, extreme heat or extreme cold. The essential function of the VST may require exposure to hazardous materials as well as infectious waste, diseases, odors and other situations associated with health care. The VST frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of, vibration, loud noises from sirens etc. and flashing lights. Individuals must take personal responsibility to ensure their own safety protection against adverse conditions. Except where appropriate and conducive to accomplishing the goals and objectives of a particular task (such as an emergency situation) the VST will work in a well-lit area that is ventilated and is physically and psychologically innocuous as possible under the conditions which exist at a particular time. 

Full Time Benefits:

• Robust Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
• In house peer support w/clinical oversight
• Monthly CEs w/free access to an online learning platform
• 6% 401 (k) match
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Disability & Life Insurance
• 3 weeks Paid time off first year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Benefits Hub discounts
• Referral Program
• Retention Bonus

Falck is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, military status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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