Vehicle Services Technician

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.

Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.

SUMMARY:
We are currently seeking a Vehicle Services Technician to join our EMS department. This positions will work days, evenings, and every other weekend.

Purpose of this position: Cleans and stocks all vehicles and associated equipment and supplies. Ensures it is correctly placed, ready to use, and functioning properly.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow Department procedures to prepare vehicles for service by ensuring all equipment and supplies are in place and ready to use
• Maintain department standards for productivity, accuracy, and quality
• Ensure proper stocking of all equipment by following established guidelines and procedures. This includes ensuring the correct items are in place, current and functioning properly
• Clean and disinfect vehicles and equipment for service
• Follow department procedures for cleaning vehicles and equipment. Including inside and outside of vehicles, equipment and bags. This also includes following Deep Cleaning process and OSHA process for cleaning and disinfecting vehicles
• Prepare all equipment and supplies for use by caregivers by ensuring they are properly stocked and disinfected, this includes verifying all items are in place and functioning properly
• Keep work area and garage clean and organized
• Work cooperatively with other EMS Staff, care providers, Ops Staff and mechanics
• Plan workday to share tasks and works collaboratively with coworkers. Overcome equipment and vehicle challenges by finding solutions to issues as they arise and demands change with operations staff and mechanics
• If equipment is not ready for service, takes it out of service and follows procedures to start repairs
• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school graduate or GED

-OR-

• An approved equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience working in or around medical equipment and/or emergency vehicles

Preferred Qualifications:

• EMR or EMT

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Ability to work in an environment where demands change rapidly, detail orientated, ability to handle multiple, varied tasks daily

License/Certifications:

• Must have a valid driver's license or state equivalent and must have a satisfactory driving record including no more than two moving violations in the past three years of licensure

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.

Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.

• We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.
• We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; Tuition reimbursement; and license and Certification reimbursement (Available ONLY for benefit eligible positions).
• For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.