Ambulance Supply Technician - Emergency Medical Services - Intermittent Only

Major Functions

The County of Volusia is seeking an Ambulance Supply Technician for the Emergency Medical Services Division. This position is located in Holly Hill, Florida and Orange City, Florida, and will be responsible for cleaning and stocking ambulances; checking fluid levels, tire pressure, and fuel levels; issuing daily equipment to crew members. The preferred candidate will have at least one (1) year of experience in issuing supplies, maintaining inventory, stock control, cleaning or janitorial services or basic mechanical knowledge.

Illustrative Duties

(NOTE: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Daily check of fluid levels, tire pressure and fuel levels; vehicle detailing as scheduled. Assist in preparing vehicle for State inspections.

• Resupply and seal used medical bins.

• Issue daily equipment to crew members.

• Driving and re-positioning ambulances to meet daily staffing requirements.

• Performs related work as required, but not limited to reassignments or rotations.

• Daily cleaning and stocking of ambulances ensuring oxygen cylinders are full.

• May be assigned to other locations based upon operational needs.

• Attends work on a regular and consistent basis.

• Must adhere to Federal, State, County and Local ordinances.

• Responds to emergency situations

Minimum Requirements

High school graduate or a GED. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license at the time of hire. The preferred candidate, having met the minimum requirements, will have at least one (1) year of experience in the management of issuing supplies, maintaining inventory, stock control, cleaning or janitorial services or basic mechanical knowledge.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Skilled in the operation of basic computer programs.

• Ability to follow complex instructions.

• Ability to set priorities.

• Possess strong communication skills; ability to understand written and verbal orders and implement appropriately.

• Ability to work under stressful situations.

• Ability to interact effectively with others.

• Must be able to relocate to other county locations based upon operational needs.

ADA REQUIREMENTS:

Physical demands: Heavy to very heavy work. Lifting in excess of 100 pounds, standing, balancing, bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, carrying, pushing, pulling, grasping, finger dexterity, kneeling, reaching, walking, traversing uneven ground, hearing, smelling, and visual acuity of color, depth perception, peripheral vision and clarity in daytime and night time conditions to allow for driving, and other activities in support of the pre-hospital medical care delivery system.

Environmental demands:Ability to tolerate prolonged periods in indoor and outdoor environments including, but not limited to, excessive cold, excessive heat, inclement weather, humidity, rain, wind, vibration, noise, water exposure, fumes/odors, physical hazards, and potential for exposure to blood/bodily secretions and pathogens.

Mental demands: Read and comprehend detailed instructions, letters, journals, maps. Write concise sentences and reports. Verbally relay information to others and speak extemporaneously. Perform basic mathematical calculations including understanding of inventory control versus package requirements.

Volusia County is a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.Veterans' preference in accordance with federal, state, local laws.