JOB DESCRIPTION

The Fire Department has a need for a limited-term Fire Vehicle Mechanic . The term of this position is anticipated to last through June 2025.

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs responsible preventative maintenance and mechanical repair work related to the maintenance and repair of specialized fire vehicles, heavy fire apparatus, other emergency and non-emergency vehicles, and related mechanical equipment.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:

This single job class functions at a journey level of classification.

SUPERVISION

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

The Fire Vehicle Mechanic receives general direction from the Supervising Fire Vehicle Mechanic (SFVM) within a framework of broad policies and procedures and established organizational values and processes.

Provides general direction to the Mechanic Helper.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do all the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of the class.)

• Determines preventative maintenance needs, provides necessary maintenance and repairs for all fire vehicles, including heavy fire apparatus, and equipment.
• Checks operating efficiency of fire vehicles, heavy fire apparatus, and fire mechanical equipment.
• Determines stock needs; orders and maintains replacement parts and supplies.
• Repairs and adjusts engines, transmissions, brake systems, hydraulic systems, water pumps and accessories.
• Ensures pump systems provide appropriate volumes of water at specified pressures during periodic and required annual pump testing.
• Tunes engines, cleans, repairs and replaces carburetors, fuel systems, pumps, strainers, fuel lines, fuel tanks, and gauges, wires and reconditions electrical systems.
• Performs general maintenance of all fire equipment including oiling and lubricating various components.
• Performs heavy vehicle systems and component failure analyses.
• 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.
• Responds to emergency callouts and mutual aid requests for mechanic services; performs emergency field repairs on fire apparatus and related equipment.
• Assists with the development of specifications for new fire apparatus and equipment.
• Assists with overall management of the Fire Department fleet of emergency response apparatus and staff/support vehicles.
• Provides direction to the Mechanic Helper, temporary assistants, or interns in shop related duties.
• Provides classroom and hands-on instruction to Fire Department personnel pertaining to maintenance and operation of fire apparatus and related equipment.
• Assists with the proctoring of promotional testing processes that involve emergency apparatus.
• Assists theSupervising Fire Vehicle Mechanic and Deputy Fire Chief with the development of specifications for new fire apparatus and equipment.
• Attends regular training to maintain basic and advanced skills and certifications.
• Assists the Supervising Fire Vehicle Mechanic, Deputy Chief, and Fleet Maintenance Supervisor in identifying appropriate training opportunities for Heavy Vehicle Mechanics and the MechanicHelper with a goal of providing succession training.
• Participates in required equipment testing, such as annual pump testing and UL ladder testing.
• Performs related duties similar to the above in scope and function as required.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Methods and tools used in repair and maintenance of fire vehicle apparatus, including diesel engines, fire pumps, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
• Basic record keeping and work order system procedures.
• Diagnostic software as it relates to general automotive fleet, fire apparatus,and heavy vehicle equipment.
• Department of Transportation and N.F.P.A. standards for commercial and fire vehicles.
• City-wide safety policiesand practices;responsibilities concerning safety prevention, reporting and monitoring.
• Basic computer skillsincluding Microsoft Windows Office Suite applications and computerized fleet work order systems.

Ability to:

• Operate and drive a variety of fire vehicles and equipment, including a tractor-drawn tiller ladder truck, high-pressure water pumps and hydraulic-powered systems.
• Repair fire vehicles and apparatus with standard water pumps and power extension/aerial ladders.
• Understand, diagnose,and repair modern fire apparatus electrical systems, including computerized engine, transmission,and brake systems.
• Repair and maintain both internal combustion engines and electric vehicles.
• Use mechanic tools and diagnostic equipment with skill and safety.
• Assist with planning, organizing, and coordinating the work of assigned staff as directed by the Supervising Fire Vehicle Mechanic or Deputy Chief.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or G.E.D.,

and

Four years of experience as a mechanic diagnosing and repairing fire apparatus, vehicles and related equipment.

or

An equivalent combination of education and experience.

POSSESSION AND MAINTENANCE OF:

• Hand tools necessary to perform assigned repairs and servicing.
• A valid California Class "B" driver's license with an air brake and tanker endorsement.
• Emergency Vehicle Technician I, II, or III certification

THIS POSITION WILL BE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING BEFORE A FINAL OFFER IS MADE:

• Pre-employment Physical
• Pre-employment DOT Drug Screening
• Live Scan Fingerprinting - DOJ