Job Title

Fleet Specialist I

Agency

Texas A&M Forest Service

Department

Region 4

Proposed Minimum Salary

$22.45 hourly

Job Location

Conroe, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Fleet Specialist I will maintain the Texas A&M Forest Service (TAMFS) fleet vehicles assigned to their shop, assure the safety of all personnel by proper maintenance of all fleet vehicles, maintain 24 hour availability by means of a cell phone, pager or other electronic device and remain competent and current in all fleet equipment training updates. Region 4 consists of offices in Cleveland, Conroe, Houston and Huntsville.

Responsibilities:

-Performs vehicle and equipment operations in the shop's assigned areas. Serves a variety of gasoline and diesel engine vehicle and other equipment. Performs safety inspections and conducts emergency field repairs often in adverse conditions in the field. Regularly orders parts and supplies to ensure adequate inventory is on hand. Responsible for developing annual maintenance schedule for entire fleet in assigned area and disseminating to field offices.

-Manage vehicle log book, vehicle and equipment maintenance reporting and tracking, including computer reporting of individual vehicle expenses. Maintain a safe shop by ensuring cleanliness and all accident-prevention recommendations have been implemented. Ensure that PPE is worn while conducting duties. Complete all mandatory training in a timely manner. Manages and accounts for all TAMFS credit cards in accordance with applicable laws, policy rules, procedures and guidelines.

-Assist and supports other TAMFS programs and activities as needed.

-Requires working long hours with minimal rest and in primitive conditions. Will be required to work weekend and after-hours when fire activity dictates. Required to carry cell phone 24/7 when fire activity dictates.

-Other duties as assigned.

Benefits: Texas A&M University System strives to support the health and wellness needs of our diverse workforce. Texas A&M Forest Service offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off and health and lifestyle programs as well as educational incentives and tuition reimbursement opportunities. Some additional benefits include the ability to accrue compensatory time off, overtime on emergency response and a physical fitness incentive of $500 for passing the arduous test (walk three miles wearing a 45-pound pack in 45 minutes or less) each year.

Education and Experience:

Required Education: High school diploma or GED

Preferred Education: Two (2) year mechanic related technical degree or graduation from an ASE certified program.

Required Experience: Two (2) or more years experience in vehicle maintenance and repair

Preferred Experience: Experience in equipment maintenance comparable to TAMFS fleet, to include JD and Cat dozers.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Required Knowledge: Hand and shop tools used in vehicle maintenance. Computer and diagnostic tool competency.

Required Skills: Good organization.

Preferred Skills: Skilled in metal fabrication (burning and welding)

Required Abilities: Multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:

-Required: Valid Texas Driver's license. Class A CDL or ability to obtain one

-Preferred: Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified

Applicant Instructions:

Resume is REQUIRED to be uploaded to application. References are required to be entered in the secondary questionnaire section of the application. Certifications are preferred to be uploaded to the application. Documents/certifications can be uploaded in the "My Experience" page in the "Resume/CV section. More than one document can be uploaded; just click the "Upload" button for each document. Documents can only be loaded at this time and cannot be uploaded once the application is submitted. If there are any issues uploading documents, please contact 979-458-6690. Please check your spam folder in case more information is sent in regards to this position.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.