Requires a high school diploma and 4 years of journeyman level automotive mechanic experience with 1-2 years of lead or supervisory experience, or any combination of education and experience. Must possess and maintain certification as Master Emergency Vehicle Technician.
Under limited supervision, this position performs complex fire apparatus, ambulance, automotive, truck, and heavy equipment mechanic work to include hydraulic and electrical repair. May serve as a lead worker. Reports to an Operations Superintendent.
Essential Job Functions
Performs highly specialized diagnostic and repair work related to fire pumps, governor systems, control valves, and plumbing on fire apparatus as well as computerized ignition and fuel injection systems, automatic transmissions, differentials, steering components, and engines. Overhauls, repairs and rebuilds mechanical components and systems such as diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, and hydraulic, electrical, cooling, brake and suspension systems. Designs complex modifications for fire trucks and emergency vehicles. Inspects and performs preventive maintenance on a variety of light and heavy vehicles, specialized equipment, and small engines. Completes and maintains records of servicing operations such as work orders and daily status reports; estimates labor time to complete a job; performs state inspections. Serves as a technical expert; provides work direction and assists the Automotive Technicians as necessary. Performs other duties as assigned.