City of Bryan, TX
Position Details
Position Information
Posting Number 2024298
Position Title Fleet Emergency Vehicle Technician
Position # #9000119
FLSA Non-Exempt
Classification Type Labor/Maintenance/Technical
Department Fleet Services
Job Type Full Time
Work Schedule
40 hours/week Monday-Friday; shift will be 7am-4pm or 8am-5pm Occasional after hours as needed
Hiring Pay Rate Depends on Qualifications
Posting Opening Date 10/04/2024
Posting Closing Date
Job Summary
Performs preventative inspection, diagnosis, repair and maintenance on a wide variety of City of Bryan fire apparatus, ambulances, police vehicles, and equipment.
Essential Job Functions Repairs and performs routine and preventative maintenance on fire apparatus, ambulances, police vehicles, and equipment, both in shop and on-site. Coordinates repair and service activities with appropriate Fire and Police Department personnel, Fleet Services personnel, and/or outside vendors/repair facilities. Visually and manually inspects fire/police vehicles and equipment to diagnose problems. Inspects, tests, and diagnoses issues involving various systems/components. Troubleshoots and repairs electrical, mechanical, hydraulic malfunctions, and air conditioning systems. Identifies maintenance and repair priorities, taking into consideration factors such as safety and equipment downtime; works to minimize repair and maintenance costs and length of down time; plans and schedules work to ensure equipment is ready for service. Performs proper repair, removal, replacement, rebuilding, or maintenance work on police and fire/EMS vehicles and equipment. Performs routine servicing and preventive maintenance tasks necessary to keep police and fire/EMS vehicles and equipment in operable condition, including pumping fuel into vehicles, checking fluid levels and replacing fluids, draining/replacing oil, changing/replacing filters, lubricating mechanical parts, rotating tires, replacing tires/belts/hoses, checking batteries, greasing equipment, flushing radiators, performing tune-ups, replacing parts, washing/cleaning equipment, cleaning shop, or emptying trash containers; properly disposes of petroleum and other regulated waste materials; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment. Installs and repairs safety equipment, light bars, spots lights, emergency beacons, communication systems, and related vehicle add-on equipment. Coordinates with outside vendors as needed for service and/or warranty work on police and fire/EMS vehicles and equipment; verifies that proper repairs were completed. Provides instructions and training on how to use various equipment as needed. Ensures compliance of repair and maintenance work with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures. Assists in maintaining log/records of inspection, preventive maintenance work, repair activities, warranty records, and other documentation: ensures compliance with recordkeeping requirements of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and other regulatory agencies. Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with repairing, maintaining, testing, or driving police and fire/EMS vehicles and equipment. Drives to and from destinations as assigned by management. Responds to emergency breakdowns or makes service calls to off-site locations after hours, weekends and on holidays as needed. Researches repair requirements, preventive maintenance standards, and parts requirements for a variety of vehicles, and equipment. Communicates with manager, department personnel, dealers, vendors/service providers, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, reviews status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems. Inspects vehicles and assures compliance with all local, state, and federal codes and regulations. Maintains an awareness of new parts, procedures, trends, and advances in the profession: reads professional literature; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate. Stores, handles, applies, and disposes of hazardous materials as required. Assists with maintaining safe, clean, and orderly conditions in the workplace. Performs related duties as required. Responds regularly and promptly to work. Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED, preferably supplemented with additional vocational training in automotive repair. Must possess at least five (5) years of automotive and/or heavy truck repair, including the repair and maintenance of fire apparatus, ambulances, and/or police vehicles. Equivalent combinations of education, experience, certification, and training may be considered.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of:
Methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the repair of emergency vehicles. Gasoline and diesel engines, power trains, and hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical. and electrical systems. Engines, air conditioning systems, transmissions, hydraulics, tires, and related components. Safety rules, regulations, and occupational hazards in repair shop environments. Disposal and recycling techniques and procedures for hazardous materials, used oils and other chemicals. Ability to:
Follow instructions, safety practices, and standard operating procedures in performing assigned tasks. Take the initiative to learn individual job tasks and continue to broaden knowledge levels by willingly accepting new responsibilities and attending training to advance skills. Work independently and/or with limited direction, as well as cooperatively in a team environment, while consistently demonstrating collaborative, respectful, and productive work habits. Operate hand and power tools and specialized automotive maintenance/repair equipment skillfully and safely. Drive fire apparatus and other emergency vehicles to test drive for diagnosis, to verify repairs, or to pick up or deliver equipment. Understand and follow work orders, repair manuals, schematics, and other electronic verbal or written instructions pertaining to the diagnosis and repair of fire, EMS, and police vehicles and equipment. Perform a variety of duties involved in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing emergency vehicles. Prioritize work orders and maintain a variety of shop and repair records. Handle multiple tasks, projects, and demands. Load and unload supplies and lift/move heavy objects. Comply with all City and departmental administrative policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. Remain constantly alert and aware of any workplace hazards and follow the safety practices and principles in reporting and preventing accidents. Demonstrate satisfactory work performance and regular, reliable, and punctual attendance. Provide management with sound, positive advice, and information concerning the area of responsibility. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work and communicate effectively with the public and other required entities. Skilled in:
Effective verbal and written communications. Troubleshooting, diagnosing and repairing all police and fire/EMS mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic malfunctions. Providing cost effective maintenance and repair services. Preparing and completing work orders and related reports. Resolving customer complaints and concerns. Licenses, Certifications & Special Requirements
Requires a valid Class A Texas driver's license or the ability to obtain a Class A commercial driver's license within six (6) months of hire as a condition of continued employment. A good driving record is required as measured by the City's evaluation system. Must furnish your own personal toolbox with a complete set of tools by point of hire and maintain during the course of employment. Must possess and maintain Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Level I Certification in Fire Apparatus or Ambulance. In lieu of EVT certification, consideration will be given to candidates who possess at least six (6) Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications. Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Level I Certification must be obtained within one (1) year of hire. Must obtain Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Level II Certification in Fire Apparatus AND Ambulance within two (2) years of hire.
Physical Demands
Physical demands include but are not limited to: sitting, talking, hearing, seeing, standing, walking, driving, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting, bending, crawling, climbing, and using hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment and to lift or move objects up to 70 pounds.
Working Conditions
Work is performed primarily in an automotive shop environment. There is exposure to moving mechanical parts, noise, vibration, electrical/mechanical hazards, inclement weather, temperature extremes, slippery or uneven surfaces, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, and hazardous materials.
Equipment
Work shall be performed with tools, appliances and equipment approved by those agencies and bodies that have control, authority, or approval of the design working ranges or limitations of those items; the employee has the responsibility to conform to those ranges and limitations.
Equipment may include but is not limited to: volt ohmmeter, amp meter, gauges, calibrating tools for engines, micrometers and dial calipers, jacks, hoists, presses, scopes, grinders, saws, drills, torches, inspection and diagnostic equipment, AC pump/gauges, computers/laptops, phones and various other shop tools.
Additional Notes/Instructions for Applicants
This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. City management has exclusive rights to alter this job description at any time without notice.
Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an 'at-will' relationship.
Quicklink for Posting https://www.bryantxjobs.com/postings/4176
Position Information
Posting Number 2024298
Position Title Fleet Emergency Vehicle Technician
Position # #9000119
FLSA Non-Exempt
Classification Type Labor/Maintenance/Technical
Department Fleet Services
Job Type Full Time
Work Schedule
40 hours/week Monday-Friday; shift will be 7am-4pm or 8am-5pm Occasional after hours as needed
Hiring Pay Rate Depends on Qualifications
Posting Opening Date 10/04/2024
Posting Closing Date
Job Summary
Performs preventative inspection, diagnosis, repair and maintenance on a wide variety of City of Bryan fire apparatus, ambulances, police vehicles, and equipment.
Essential Job Functions Repairs and performs routine and preventative maintenance on fire apparatus, ambulances, police vehicles, and equipment, both in shop and on-site. Coordinates repair and service activities with appropriate Fire and Police Department personnel, Fleet Services personnel, and/or outside vendors/repair facilities. Visually and manually inspects fire/police vehicles and equipment to diagnose problems. Inspects, tests, and diagnoses issues involving various systems/components. Troubleshoots and repairs electrical, mechanical, hydraulic malfunctions, and air conditioning systems. Identifies maintenance and repair priorities, taking into consideration factors such as safety and equipment downtime; works to minimize repair and maintenance costs and length of down time; plans and schedules work to ensure equipment is ready for service. Performs proper repair, removal, replacement, rebuilding, or maintenance work on police and fire/EMS vehicles and equipment. Performs routine servicing and preventive maintenance tasks necessary to keep police and fire/EMS vehicles and equipment in operable condition, including pumping fuel into vehicles, checking fluid levels and replacing fluids, draining/replacing oil, changing/replacing filters, lubricating mechanical parts, rotating tires, replacing tires/belts/hoses, checking batteries, greasing equipment, flushing radiators, performing tune-ups, replacing parts, washing/cleaning equipment, cleaning shop, or emptying trash containers; properly disposes of petroleum and other regulated waste materials; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment. Installs and repairs safety equipment, light bars, spots lights, emergency beacons, communication systems, and related vehicle add-on equipment. Coordinates with outside vendors as needed for service and/or warranty work on police and fire/EMS vehicles and equipment; verifies that proper repairs were completed. Provides instructions and training on how to use various equipment as needed. Ensures compliance of repair and maintenance work with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures. Assists in maintaining log/records of inspection, preventive maintenance work, repair activities, warranty records, and other documentation: ensures compliance with recordkeeping requirements of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and other regulatory agencies. Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with repairing, maintaining, testing, or driving police and fire/EMS vehicles and equipment. Drives to and from destinations as assigned by management. Responds to emergency breakdowns or makes service calls to off-site locations after hours, weekends and on holidays as needed. Researches repair requirements, preventive maintenance standards, and parts requirements for a variety of vehicles, and equipment. Communicates with manager, department personnel, dealers, vendors/service providers, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, reviews status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems. Inspects vehicles and assures compliance with all local, state, and federal codes and regulations. Maintains an awareness of new parts, procedures, trends, and advances in the profession: reads professional literature; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate. Stores, handles, applies, and disposes of hazardous materials as required. Assists with maintaining safe, clean, and orderly conditions in the workplace. Performs related duties as required. Responds regularly and promptly to work. Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED, preferably supplemented with additional vocational training in automotive repair. Must possess at least five (5) years of automotive and/or heavy truck repair, including the repair and maintenance of fire apparatus, ambulances, and/or police vehicles. Equivalent combinations of education, experience, certification, and training may be considered.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of:
Methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the repair of emergency vehicles. Gasoline and diesel engines, power trains, and hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical. and electrical systems. Engines, air conditioning systems, transmissions, hydraulics, tires, and related components. Safety rules, regulations, and occupational hazards in repair shop environments. Disposal and recycling techniques and procedures for hazardous materials, used oils and other chemicals. Ability to:
Follow instructions, safety practices, and standard operating procedures in performing assigned tasks. Take the initiative to learn individual job tasks and continue to broaden knowledge levels by willingly accepting new responsibilities and attending training to advance skills. Work independently and/or with limited direction, as well as cooperatively in a team environment, while consistently demonstrating collaborative, respectful, and productive work habits. Operate hand and power tools and specialized automotive maintenance/repair equipment skillfully and safely. Drive fire apparatus and other emergency vehicles to test drive for diagnosis, to verify repairs, or to pick up or deliver equipment. Understand and follow work orders, repair manuals, schematics, and other electronic verbal or written instructions pertaining to the diagnosis and repair of fire, EMS, and police vehicles and equipment. Perform a variety of duties involved in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing emergency vehicles. Prioritize work orders and maintain a variety of shop and repair records. Handle multiple tasks, projects, and demands. Load and unload supplies and lift/move heavy objects. Comply with all City and departmental administrative policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. Remain constantly alert and aware of any workplace hazards and follow the safety practices and principles in reporting and preventing accidents. Demonstrate satisfactory work performance and regular, reliable, and punctual attendance. Provide management with sound, positive advice, and information concerning the area of responsibility. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work and communicate effectively with the public and other required entities. Skilled in:
Effective verbal and written communications. Troubleshooting, diagnosing and repairing all police and fire/EMS mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic malfunctions. Providing cost effective maintenance and repair services. Preparing and completing work orders and related reports. Resolving customer complaints and concerns. Licenses, Certifications & Special Requirements
Requires a valid Class A Texas driver's license or the ability to obtain a Class A commercial driver's license within six (6) months of hire as a condition of continued employment. A good driving record is required as measured by the City's evaluation system. Must furnish your own personal toolbox with a complete set of tools by point of hire and maintain during the course of employment. Must possess and maintain Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Level I Certification in Fire Apparatus or Ambulance. In lieu of EVT certification, consideration will be given to candidates who possess at least six (6) Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications. Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Level I Certification must be obtained within one (1) year of hire. Must obtain Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Level II Certification in Fire Apparatus AND Ambulance within two (2) years of hire.
Physical Demands
Physical demands include but are not limited to: sitting, talking, hearing, seeing, standing, walking, driving, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting, bending, crawling, climbing, and using hands and fingers to operate tools and equipment and to lift or move objects up to 70 pounds.
Working Conditions
Work is performed primarily in an automotive shop environment. There is exposure to moving mechanical parts, noise, vibration, electrical/mechanical hazards, inclement weather, temperature extremes, slippery or uneven surfaces, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, and hazardous materials.
Equipment
Work shall be performed with tools, appliances and equipment approved by those agencies and bodies that have control, authority, or approval of the design working ranges or limitations of those items; the employee has the responsibility to conform to those ranges and limitations.
Equipment may include but is not limited to: volt ohmmeter, amp meter, gauges, calibrating tools for engines, micrometers and dial calipers, jacks, hoists, presses, scopes, grinders, saws, drills, torches, inspection and diagnostic equipment, AC pump/gauges, computers/laptops, phones and various other shop tools.
Additional Notes/Instructions for Applicants
This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. City management has exclusive rights to alter this job description at any time without notice.
Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an 'at-will' relationship.
Quicklink for Posting https://www.bryantxjobs.com/postings/4176