Fire Mechanic

Overview

PUGET SOUND REGIONAL FIRE AUTHORITY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Position: Fire Apparatus Mechanic

Rate of Pay: $7,573.61 - $9,350.24 monthly ($90,883 - $112,203 annually). This position is non-exempt and therefore eligible for overtime.

Position Description/Requirements: Under the direction of the Mechanic Supervisor or Remote Site Supervisor perform specialized and skilled work involving the repair and maintenance of a variety of fleet and mechanical equipment of the Fire Garage and/or Consortium fleet. See attached job description for complete details.

Puget Sound Regional Fire Authority is an internationally accredited full-service, all risk fire and rescue department that provides services to the citizens of Covington, Kent, Maple Valley, Sea Tac, Tukwila, and Fire Districts 37 & 43. Our workforce is comprised of approximately 475 employees.

There are several Fire Garage locations, and the base location would be determined upon hire and based on staffing needs. Our service locations are in Kent, Renton, Maple Valley Mountain View, Burien, and Auburn. Throughout the course of your work, you may report to various stations throughout our service area.

Working a day shift; either a 10-hr. day, four days a week or an 8-hr day, five days a week.

Yes, this is a union represented position.

Please apply online at the following URL: self service.pugetsoundfire.org/ess/Employment Opportunities/

Once the job closes, all applications will be reviewed for minimum qualifications. Successful candidates will be contacted to schedule interviews.

Opens:
December 16, 2025

Closes:
January 4, 2026 or until filled

First review of Applications:
January 5, 2026

1st Interviews:
Week of January 12th

2nd Interviews:
Week of January 19th

Contingent Offer, start background screening: by January 22nd

Final

Offer:

by February 5th

Anticipated

Start Date:

February 15th, depending on candidate availability.

FIRE APPARATUS MECHANIC

PAYGRADE: MECH FLSA STATUS:
Non-exempt

LAST REVIEWED: 12/2025

GENERAL PURPOSE: Under the direction of the Mechanic Supervisor or Remote Site Supervisor perform specialized and skilled work involving the repair and maintenance of a variety of fleet and mechanical equipment of the Fire Garage and/or Consortium fleet.

• Inspect assigned equipment; diagnose noise, electrical and mechanical problems and determine the extent of repairs.
• Perform preventative maintenance duties as needed; maintain work area for cleanliness and safety.
• Maintain, troubleshoot and repair air, brake, electrical and hydraulic systems; maintain and repair components in fire pump system.
• Repair, overhaul, tune and adjust a variety of diesel and gas engines, transmissions, pumps and valves of assigned equipment.
• Operate and maintain a variety of hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Maintain records of maintenance, test and work performed on a computer-based system.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge:

• Methods, tools, equipment and materials used in the overhaul, repair and maintenance of fire department equipment and vehicles
• Concepts of preventative maintenance and its relationship to repairs
• Safety requirements of various types of vehicles and equipment
• Air conditioning systems
• NFPA and DOT standards as they pertain to vehicle maintenance

Skills:

• Air, brake, electrical, hydraulic systems, and air conditioning systems
• Equipment modification and rebuild techniques
• Metal fabrication and welding
• Analyzing, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical and electrical problems
• Interpersonal communication and relations using tact, patience and courtesy
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Problem solving and time management
• Basic computer and accurate record keeping skills including email, word processing and data entry

Abilities:

• Repair, overhaul, maintain and operate a variety of emergency response equipment and vehicles
• Use shop tools and testing equipment safely and efficiently
• Perform metal fabrication and welding
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective…