Mechanic - Redstone Arsenal Custodial Services

Huntsville, AL
Full Time
Experienced
RSA09082025

JOB TITLE:
Mechanic


Bargaining Unit Status: Bargaining Unit

FULL-TIME   (hours per week: 40 )  Work Schedule: M-F 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM 

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or GED required.  Technical training related to job functions is desired. A related discipline (a combination of equivalent education and work experience may be considered)

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 3 or more years’ experience in a rehabilitation, non-profit facility, or comparable setting in the area(s) of vehicle and janitorial equipment maintenance is highly desired.
  • Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite and general computer operation is required.
  • Working knowledge of vehicle and equipment maintenance.
  • Working knowledge of disability management and awareness.
  • Knowledge of the Ability One federal law.
  • Additional Preferred Qualifications: 
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Must be authorized for coverage under agency insurance if operating an agency vehicle, have a good driving record, a valid driver’s license, and/or the required level of personal auto insurance.
  • Must be able to satisfactorily complete a background check, per company requirements.
  • Ability to communicate with tact and maintain confidentiality.
  • Adequate ability in communicating in spoken conversation – adequate volume of speech.
  • Adequate ability in writing/reading/mathematics.
  • Ability to effectively build and maintain positive working relationships with management and peers.
  • Strong organizational, project planning, and management experience with proven analytical and multi-tasking skills.
  • Superior listening, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Ability to distinguish colors for equipment wiring.
  • A security clearance at the secret level is required.
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:
Operational Manager, Redstone Arsenal Custodial Contract

POSITIONS SUPERVISED (or Team Lead responsibilities, if applicable):
N/A

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES SUMMARY:
Ensure the fleet of company vehicles and all assigned janitorial equipment receive proper preventive maintenance and repairs as needed to allow completion of contracted obligations.  Schedules and completes periodic maintenance, minor repairs, and arranges for major repairs on assigned vehicles and equipment.  Maintains equipment/parts inventory, transports items, and monitors gasoline/oil supplies.  Ensures cleaning, inspection, and safe operations of equipment.  Maintains shop area in safe and orderly condition and monitors proper storage and disposal of chemicals in accordance with OSHA and other applicable standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Schedule and ensure completion of periodic oil changes, filter changes, lubrication, transmission flush, cooling system flush, and other required maintenance for assigned vehicles.
  • Perform minor repairs and arrange for major repairs on assigned vehicles.
  • Make or arrange for repairs and periodic maintenance/inspections for all assigned janitorial equipment.
  • Maintain an inventory of spare or replacement janitorial equipment to be used following the breakdown of normally used equipment.
  • Transport large equipment items between buildings to allow the required periodic cleaning to take place.
  • Monitor the amount of gasoline on hand and arrange for re-supply as needed for vehicles and gas-powered equipment. 
  • Pump gas into assigned vehicles and monitor the program for proper documentation.
  • Ensure cleaning, inspection, and safe operation of assigned vehicle.
  • Ensure employees are performing weekly vehicle inspections correctly by providing training when needed and by checking weekly documentation.
  • Attain Project /Operations Manager approval, and place orders for new equipment when used equipment becomes unserviceable.
  • Provide advice and updates on the status of vehicles and equipment to the Project Manager.
  • Maintain the mechanical shop area and off-site storage area in a safe and orderly condition.
  • Make certain the company issued cell telephone is carried and is operational during duty hours for communication with the supervisor and the office staff. 
  • Accomplish all assigned duties in accordance with company and OSHA safety standards and directives.
  • Monitor toxic fluids, burned-out fluorescent lights, and other materials collected, and ensure they are safely stored, properly labeled, and/or disposed of in accordance with existing directives.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES RELATED TO THIS POSITION MAY INCLUDE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING:
Must remain in current position for at least one year before applying for a promotional position.
  • Follow guidance outlined in Phoenix Personnel Policies, Collective Bargaining Agreement, Janitorial Contract Performance Work Statement (PWS), and Mechanic Job Analysis.
  • Assist in empowering disabled employees to be successful in their jobs and in satisfying customer requirements.
  • Responsible for compliance with Ability One rules.
  • Assist employees with reasonable accommodations to enhance their work area
  • Advocate for employees when appropriate
  • Participate in creative problem-solving to further the employment goals of people with disabilities
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Adequate ability for conversation, telephone use, and emergency information systems.
  • Ability to be independently mobile on all surfaces and situations.
  • Ability to move safely about the work area.
  • Ability to retrieve items from high and low areas.
  • Ability to perceive size, discrimination, temperature, shapes, and/or textures.
  • Physical stamina to work at least 8 hours per day.
  • Ability to distinguish colors for equipment wiring.
EMOTIONAL CAPACITIES:
  • Must be able to change routine positively.
  • Must be able to follow through on assignments independently.
  • Must have good organizational skills.
  • Must have a long attention span to listen to people, perceive the real problems, and bring issues to a successful conclusion.
  • Must be able to analyze many variables and choose the most effective course of action for the organization at any given point in time.
  • Must possess effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Must be able to maintain confidentiality.
  • Must have stable work behaviors daily.
  • Must have adequate individual coping skills.
  • Must be able to maintain good work attendance.
  • Must be able to resolve problems, handle conflict, and make effective decisions even in emergencies.
  • Must be able to exercise good judgment in an effort to maintain a safe work environment.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Provide mechanical assistance as needed for other job-related functions.
  • Perform other duties as required to fulfill janitorial contract obligations.
RATE OF PAY: TBD 

"Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities, including "disabled veterans" or veterans with service-connected disabilities, are encouraged to apply.”
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on disability, being a veteran, female, minority, or in any other protected group. We are a Drug-Free Workplace.
Phoenix internal and programmatic applicants, and individuals with disabilities, will receive first consideration.
Condition of employment may include compliance with infection prevention protocols recommended by CDC, OSHA, and other regulatory agencies."
 
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