Fire Mechanic

1 week ago

Elk Grove, California, United States Cosumnes Community Services District Full time
Job Summary

The Cosumnes Community Services District is seeking a skilled Fire Mechanic to join our team. As a Fire Mechanic, you will be responsible for performing skilled mechanical repair, maintenance, inspection, and testing of fire apparatus, heavy equipment, emergency vehicles, and other District motorized equipment. You will evaluate equipment conditions, determine and recommend repairs, and assist in the maintenance of fleet supplies and parts inventory. You will also practice, conform to, and enforce safety rules and proper operation of shop power and hand tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

Performs complete maintenance, repair, and testing of gasoline and diesel-powered engines, hydraulic systems, components unique to fire fighting apparatus, other components on fire equipment, and other types of heavy equipment.
Checks completed work and keeps accurate records of repairs and service work completed and parts used.
Performs repairs and fabrication work using acetylene and arc welding tools.
Keeps tools, shop equipment, and facilities in an orderly and safe condition.
Instructs fire suppression personnel in the proper techniques for starting, operating, securing, and maintaining fire equipment.
Maintains proficiency in shop procedures, new and advanced methods of vehicle maintenance and repair, new state and National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) automotive, heavy truck, and fire apparatus standards.
Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers and other District employees using principles of good customer service.
Maintains knowledge required to carry out essential duties and responsibilities, including knowledge of changing technologies and equipment.
Completes other mechanical, fabrication, maintenance, and repair work on a variety of Fire Department equipment such as, but not limited to, self-contained breathing apparatus, radios, tools, and equipment.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Four (4) years responsible experience as a full-time mechanic with another fire department, or four (4) years of full-time experience that demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities prescribed for the class of Fire Mechanic.
Possession of or the ability to obtain a valid California Class B driver's license within six (6) months of appointment and maintain it in good standing throughout employment.
Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment of the trade and their use in the maintenance and repair of heavy and other mechanical equipment.
Knowledge of theory, care, and methods used in maintaining, overhauling, and repairing a wide variety of gasoline and diesel-powered fire apparatus, internal combustion engines, and related components.
Knowledge of installation and maintenance of radios, mobile data computers (MDCs), and other communication systems.
Knowledge of emergency and warning lighting system installation and maintenance.
Knowledge of mechanical components and their operation, use, and limitations related to fire apparatus, heavy equipment, vehicles, and other motorized equipment used in District operations.
Knowledge of principles, methods, and practices pertaining to the operation of an equipment maintenance and repair shop and a program of preventive maintenance.
Knowledge of computer-aided diagnostic programs, spreadsheets, and word processing in programs such as Microsoft, Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Knowledge of basic operation of automated office machines, including calculator, computer, keyboard, printers, and other peripherals, copier, and fax machine.
Ability to diagnose trouble in motorized vehicles and equipment and determine the extent of repairs needed.
Ability to plan, layout, perform, and inspect mechanical repair work.
Ability to instruct and train fire suppression personnel and peers in the operation and repair of equipment, providing clear instruction and guidance.
Ability to comprehend and prepare comprehensive and accurate reports, records, and forms using a prescribed format and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style.
Ability to effectively and tactfully communicate both orally and in writing with vendors, District personnel, and the public.
Mobility: frequent use of keyboard; occasional sitting at desk or in meetings; frequent reaching and twisting to reach equipment surrounding work space; occasional walking, standing, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, crawling, twisting, and climbing ladders while performing maintenance and repair work; frequent pushing, pulling, or lifting up to sixty (60) pounds.
Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent computer use; occasional color and depth vision; frequent reading of blueprints, specifications, fine print, and visual display terminals (VDT's).
Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching; frequent handling of electrical wiring and mechanical parts; frequent operation of office equipment, hand tools, and power tools required to troubleshoot and repair heavy and specialized fire equipment and peripherals.
Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking in person, on the radio, and phone, over vehicle and shop noise; ability to hear well enough to identify mechanical noise.
Emotional/Psychological: frequent decision making and concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasionally works alone.
Driving: ability to use fine and gross motor coordination for driving.
Exposures: frequent exposure to loud noise, vibration, machinery, moving objects or vehicles, dust, dirt, oils, lubricants, solvents, and assorted cleaning fluids or chemicals, fumes, and other environmental substances.

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in a modern fleet maintenance facility with drive-through maintenance bays for heavy equipment and vehicles of all sizes and types. Modern power tools, lifts, and cranes are present, with a full welding and fabrication shop on site. Work may take place and require travel in a vehicle to and from off-site indoor and outdoor locations throughout the District.

Supplemental Information

The District is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, gender, gender identity or gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, covered veteran/military status, marital status, or any other status protected by federal or state law.

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