Fire Fleet Technician

Overview

Description Summary of Duties:
Perform preventive maintenance on fire department apparatus and equipment. Perform minor to moderate repairs on apparatus and equipment.

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance of fire apparatus.
• Perform minor to moderate repairs on apparatus and equipment. Diagnose, adjust, repair and service a variety of systems, including heating and air conditioning, engine and emission, suspension and steering, braking and electrical systems.
• Drive and operate Fire Department apparatus.
• Order supply needed to perform tasks and repairs.
• Perform physical inventories periodically.
• Place order for supplies directly with vendors.
• Keep logs of equipment repairs and maintenance of equipment.
• Oversee apparatus, associated equipment.
• Communicate with apparatus manufactures as needed.
• Assist logistics staff with special projects.
• Maintain Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) certification to a minimum of Level 2.
• Check operating efficiency of fire vehicles, heavy fire apparatus, and fire mechanical equipment.
• Performs inspection and conformity to required Department of Transportation standards for commercial vehicles.
• Ensures fire apparatus conforms to commercial Department of Transportation and National Fire Protection Association (N.F.P.A.) standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

This position is a safety sensitive position and is subject to random drug testing.

Minimum Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education: Associate Degree (A.

A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school.

Experience: Three (3) years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses And Certifications

• Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) certification required, Level 2 minimum.
• Possess a valid Class B exempt or CDL license and have an acceptable driving record.
• In addition, the individual is required to pass a physical exam and an appropriate driving test.

The Woodlands Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce.