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Fire Apparatus Technician I/II - Blythe

Blythe

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$59K/yr - $92K/yr

1+ years exp

The County of Riverside Fire Department is seeking a Fire Apparatus Technician I/II to support their Blythe Station. The role involves performing major and minor mechanical and electrical repairs on fire apparatus and related equipment, while also mentoring junior technicians.

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Responsibilities

Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical failures and defects in fire apparatus and other equipment

Adjust, repair, replace, or overhaul a variety of diesel and automotive engines, transmissions, clutches, rear ends, differentials, transfer cases, hydraulic brake systems, axles, pumps, injectors, carburetors, final drives, sprockets, rollers, and truck and steering systems

Maintain, diagnose, and repair electrical defects, repairing or replacing starting motors, generators, and ignition systems; repair and overhaul fire suppression components and related equipment

Perform complete fabricating and repairing to repair, alter, or maintain Fire Department equipment and trucks; perform complete routine maintenance including oil changes and lubrication services; perform CHP 90-day compliance inspections and fire pump tests

Complete time and material records

Inspect, diagnose and repair mechanical failures and defects in fire apparatus and other equipment in field conditions; diagnose, repair and overhaul fire suppression and related equipment

Mentor and train Fire Apparatus Technician I’s in the repair and overhaul of a variety of diesel and heavy-duty gasoline engines, transmissions, clutches, rear ends, differentials, brake systems, carburetors, fire suppression equipment, and related components

Perform maintenance, welding, alteration, and/or repair of automotive equipment as needed

Perform complete routine maintenance including oil changes and lubrication services; perform complete California Highway Patrol (CHP) 90-day compliance inspections and fire pump tests

Qualification

Heavy equipment repairDiesel engine maintenanceElectrical systems repairFire apparatus maintenanceMechanical diagnostic equipmentRecord keepingSafety awarenessMentoringCommunication skillsTeamwork

Required

Completion of an accredited heavy equipment mechanic apprenticeship-training program or successful completion of the California Fire Mechanics Academy, Inc. Fire Mechanic I (Fire Pumps and Accessories) course of instruction

One year of successful experience as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic or Senior Heavy Equipment Mechanic with Riverside County, or an equivalent class in another jurisdiction may substitute for mechanic apprenticeship or Fire Mechanic I certification

Candidates must possess a valid Class A or B Commercial California Driver's License

Within two years of appointment or promotion, incumbents are required to have successfully completed and continue maintaining the educational and certification requirements outlined in the most current Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) II Section of the California State Fire Training Procedures Manual and the National Institute for Automotive Excellence (NIASE) certification examinations

Principles of gasoline and diesel engines; heavy equipment maintenance and repair; methods, tools, equipment, and parts used in the repair and maintenance of construction equipment; operation and application of mechanical diagnostic equipment

Perform repair and maintenance work on heavy equipment; diagnose and repair mechanical defects in a variety of heavy-duty gasoline and diesel construction equipment in both the field and shop; operate equipment used in repairing or servicing construction equipment; read and understand shop manuals and mechanical diagrams; follow written and oral directions; perform work safely; work with minimal supervision

Three years of increasingly responsible experience as a Fire Apparatus Technician I with the Riverside County Fire Department or an equivalent class in another jurisdiction

Mentor others; issue, follow and understand verbal and written communications; read and understand shop manuals and mechanical diagrams; diagnose and repair mechanical defects in a variety of heavy-duty gasoline and diesel Fire Department equipment in both field and shop; operate equipment used in repairing and servicing this equipment; prepare and maintain records and reports

Benefits

MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect.

MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT: County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual): 0 < 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days) 4 < 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days) 10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)

SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.

HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance)

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage.

DISABILITY: Employees contribute to State Disability Insurance (SDI), which provides wage replacement benefits for those unable to work due to non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy.

POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable Memorandum of Understanding.