Emergency Vehicle Technician

Job Title

The City of North Port strives to be an employer of choice and most of our employees turn jobs into long term careers. The salary shown in the job description is the full range for this position from entry to later career. NEW EMPLOYEES ARE HIRED AT, OR NEAR THE ENTRY POINT SHOWN, DEPENDING ON QUALIFICATIONS AND RELEVANT EXPERIENCE.

Performs independent skilled inspections, repair and maintenance of gasoline, diesel powered vehicles, small engines, and other specifically related to emergency services equipment. Works is performed under the direction of the Fleet Services Supervisor.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs repair and maintenance of Fire Department and Police Department equipment.
• Inspects, diagnoses, repairs and/or replaces components in drive trains, suspensions, fuel systems, electrical systems, air systems, hydraulic systems, brake systems and all other systems found on fire apparatus, ambulances, police and other department vehicles.
• Reads and interprets manuals and other materials related to repair and maintenance of fire apparatus, ambulances and other department vehicles.
• Opens work orders, keeps and maintains records, reports and service logs.
• Performs services and repairs at other locations.
• Repairs minor body damage.
• Installs emergency equipment on new vehicles.
• Performs occasional machine lathe work and welding as needed.
• May maintain parts inventory on service truck.
• Works well without direct supervision, must be self-motivated and proactive in completing duties of the position.
• Subject to recall during off-duty hours for critical vehicle repairs.
• Monitors inventory of equipment, parts, tires, tools and supplies.
• Responsible for keeping maintenance building and work area clean, neat and in order.
• Provides guidance and assistance to customers.

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned, including City-directed work assignments in the event of a declared emergency.)

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to provide own tools, as required.
• Thorough knowledge of the techniques and methods used in repairing and maintaining specialized fire and police equipment.
• Knowledge of servicing and repairing the components and systems of the fire apparatus, ambulances, police and other department vehicles.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and preventive safety measures.
• Experience in metal fabrication.
• Knowledge of automotive and emergency lighting equipment electrical systems.
• Ability to read and understand shop manuals and specifications and use computerized diagnostic tools.
• Ability to detect, analyze, and take appropriate actions to repair malfunctions in components and systems of fire apparatus, ambulances, police and other department vehicles.
• Ability to document repair work and maintain computerized and written records.
• Ability to maintain parts inventory on a service truck.
• Ability to use all types of hand tools and related power equipment associated with automotive and vehicular maintenance and repair.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain successful working relationships with co-workers and employees in customer departments.

Education, Experience, Licenses and Certifications

Education and Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or trade school, or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.
• Four (4) years of experience in the diagnoses, maintenance, and repair of automotive, law enforcement, and fire fighting vehicles. Law Enforcement Certification from EVT required.
• Experience with Pierce fire apparatus is preferred.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Must possess a valid Florida Commercial Driver's License Class B or greater within six (6) months of being employed in this position.
• Possession of appropriate current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications and Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) certifications for Level II EVT stats for fire apparatus technician within one (1) year.
• Master Mechanic ASE certification preferred.

Emergency Response Responsibility Every City employee has emergency response responsibilities, though not every position will require routine assignments during an emergency event. All employees are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official job description. Assignments in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature, with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites with physically and operationally challenging conditions.

Vets Preference Statement The City of North Port, FL is an Affirmative Action/ADA/Veterans' Preference and Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, and Persons with Disabilities are Encouraged to Apply.