Shop Technician

2-Shop TechnicianSummary of DutiesThe Shop Technician will assist the Fleet Manager and support aircraft for powerline work, forest fire contracts, and other contracts as needed. This position reports to the Fleet Manager and performs duties maintaining and servicing fleet vehicles and helicopter and civil operations support equipment to maintain road and field use readiness. The position will also assist helicopter operations through safely and efficiently operating heavy equipment, company fleet vehicles, fueling aircraft, and hooking and removing long lines. The position requires confidence in and around helicopter operations, maintaining alertness to multiple concurrent activities, and a commitment to safe and conscientious commercial motor vehicle and heavy equipment operations.Experience and proficiency in the following major areas:Extensive experience in fleet management for maintenance and repairProficient at welding and fabricatingCoordinating and tracking fleet services, maintenance, and repairsExperienced in safely operating trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWR) up to and over 26,000 lbs.Experience operating equipment e.g., Excavator, Bulldozer, Water TruckKnowledge of state and federal road regulation and lawsHazardous materials transportationDOT Hours of ServicePerforming DOT vehicle inspectionsProficient at using GPS and other routing systemsKeepTruckin applicationsProficient computer skillsExcellent communication (oral and written)Ability to organize a daily workload by prioritiesMust be able to multi-taskWell-organized and reliableDuties and ResponsibilitiesPerform inspections and preventative maintenance and service and repair on vehicles and support equipment to maintain road and field use readinessWork closely with the Fleet Manager to oversee and schedule fleet maintenance and repairs, including body shops, cooling systems, tires, brakes, USFS required equipmentPerform welding and fabricatingAssist pre/post trip inspections, incident and accident reporting, as well as fueling proceduresAssist with tracking parts inventory and research parts availabilityMaintain and coordinate work orders, check invoices vs. work ordersIdentify areas of improvements, negligence, and wrongful handling of general safety and company vehicles and suggest new techniques to enhance current practiceIdentify areas of improvement, suggest new techniques to save costs, and enhance the lifetime of vehicles and equipmentAssist with dispatching, routing, and tracking vehiclesEnsure dispatching trucks are equipped with the necessary equipment for assigned contract(s)Safely and conscientiously utilize and operate all fleet trucks, vehicles, and equipment, observing all law and industry standards of operation and use to complete assigned tasks and responsibilitiesMaintain state-issued Class A Commercial Drivers License with Hazmat, Tanker, and Air Brakes endorsementsDrive trucks transporting hazardous materialsOperate a variety of excavation equipment and water trucksPerform inspections of your vehicle prior to and following each tripEnsure vehicles and equipment are clean inside and outside and maintained accordinglySupport aircraft for powerline work, fire contracts, and other contracts as required through refueling aircraft, hooking and removing long lines, and other ground support duties as assignedTrack fuel quantities and order when neededComply with DOT regulationsParticipate in out-of-town travel, work, and overtime work, as requiredPositively represent Lohman Helicopter through a professional and favorable appearance to the public and to the companies and entities that we work withSatisfactorily complete all company mandated and assigned training classes and training courses within given time limitsMaintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the landing zone, including the activities of other employees and contractors, and the movement of equipment/helicoptersMust be self-motivated, disciplined, dependable, and resourceful, with a can-do attitudeMaintain a consistent, open, and honest line of communication with your supervisorMaintain DOT Medical Examiners CertificateMake safety a priority at all timesOther Duties as AssignedDue to the nature of small business operations, it will be necessary to fulfill task requirements of varied nature.Qualifications/LicensesValid Class A CDLTanker EndorsementHazmat EndorsementAir Brakes EndorsementValid DOT Medical Examiners CertificateClean driving record with no moving violationsMust pass a background check and DOT drug testPrepared to travel within the operational regionAbility to lift and carry at least 50 poundsHigh level of composure and good stress managementAlert, focused, and detail-orientedStrong ability to manage time and prioritize tasksCompensationEmployment Status: W2Base Pay: $24.00-$35.00 per hour DOE, Certifications and LicensesGroup Health & Dental: Employer paid for employee; option for employee to insure family membersLife Insurance: YesRetirement Plan: YesOut of Town Per Diem: $55.00 per dayTravel and Out of Town Lodging: Company paid and arrangedOvertime: Being willing to work overtime is a requirement. Overtime must be approved.Schedule: Truck Shop in Lewiston, Idaho, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Occasionally the Shop Technician will be required to work varied shifts to support aircraft for powerline work, forest fire contracts, excavation/civil, and other contracts assigned throughout the United States, Canada, and other selected sites.