CRASH/FIRE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC - DANIEL K. INOUYE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT - OAHU

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Recruitment Information

This vacancy is with the Department of Transportation, Airports Division. Salary: $6,300 per month (BC-11). This continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website.

Duties Summary

Maintains and repairs aircraft crash/fire rescue vehicles, boats and auxiliary equipment; repairs diesel and gasoline engines, including synchronized dual engines; fabricates parts and performs welding to modify vehicles and constructs or repairs various items; may repair automobiles, trucks, and heavy construction equipment; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements: Legal Authorization to Work: The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States. General Experience: One (1) year of journey worker level automotive repair work experience which demonstrated knowledge of the theories and principles of both diesel and gasoline internal combustion engines; troubleshooting, repair and maintenance procedures for gas and diesel engines, brake systems, transmissions, and drive shafts; the use of hydraulic oil presses, gauges, gear or bearing pullers, testing equipment and tools used in the automotive repair trade; principles of electricity as applied to the electrical systems of automotive vehicles; occupational hazards and precautionary measures applicable to the automotive repair trade; and the ability to perform the complete overhaul of gasoline engines and smaller diesel engines; locate and correct mechanical defects in gasoline and diesel driven automotive equipment; perform arc welding and simple body and fender repairs and interpret and work from drawings as well as from oral and written instructions. Specialized Experience: One (1) year of independent specialized work experience in the maintenance and repair of crash/fire vehicles and auxiliary equipment. The work experience must demonstrate possession of knowledge of troubleshooting, repair and maintenance procedures for high pressure positive displacement and centrifugal pumps; and the ability to read and comprehend crash/fire vehicle and equipment manufacturers' manuals for troubleshooting, repair, and operating procedures; repair synchronized dual engines; use volt-ohm meters, oscilloscopes and tools for electrical repair; maintain and repair equipment such as high pressure rotary and centrifugal pumps, turret controls, nozzles, and air compressors; express ideas verbally and clearly; and keep simple records. License: Applicants must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class A, Endorsement N - Tank vehicles (permanently mounted tank rated greater than 119 gallons, or portable tank rated greater than 1000 gallons), and with no restrictions relating to codes E (vehicles equipped with manual transmission), I (class C vehicle over 18,000 pounds GVWR), and L (vehicles equipped with air brakes). Applicants must possess a valid CDL at the date of appointment. A valid out-of-state CDL may also be accepted. If you are selected for this position, you must transfer your out-of-state CDL to a Hawaii-issued CDL prior to your employment start date and within 30 days of arriving in Hawaii. Your Hawaii-issued CDL will be verified by the hiring agency before you can start work. Also, for positions requiring a CDL, the Federal Department of Transportation regulations require pre-employment testing for controlled substances. If you are selected for this position, you will be informed by the hiring agency of when and where to report for testing. Federal Criminal History Records Check: In accordance with Federal regulations, persons who are being considered for employment in positions which require unescorted access to secured areas at the airport, must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint-based criminal history record check. In order to be granted the Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) clearance, prospective employees must not have been convicted, or found "not guilty by reason of insanity," of a disqualifying criminal offense within 10 years from the date of the application. Upon recommendation for hire, prospective employees will be required to successfully undergo the fingerprint-based criminal history record check and be found free of disqualifying convictions during the preceding ten years. The cost for the records check will be the applicant's responsibility.

Other Information

The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call View phone number on talent.com for assistance. PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please click: ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS The Department of Human Resources Development (HRD) will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications as part of our ongoing efforts to increase operational efficiency, promote the conservation of green resources, and minimize delays and costs. Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings. TESTING INFORMATION The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held. In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application. CLICK HERE for further information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the State Recruiting Office's Levels of Review.

Your Job Benefits with the State of the Hawaii

The State of Hawaii offers its employees who are members of the civil service a range of benefits. Some benefits are offered as a result of collective bargaining agreements and changes may occur. A summary of these benefits, which is based on full-time employment, is listed below. Note: Benefits for NON-CIVIL SERVICE appointments will be provided by the hiring department at the time of interview. With Civil Service modernization, effective July 1, 2002, employees appointed to temporary positions may also gain membership in the civil service upon satisfactory completion of an initial probation period of at least six months. As a temporary member of the civil service, you will be eligible to apply for promotion and transfer opportunities to permanent as well as other temporary positions. You may also enjoy other rights and benefits afforded to members of the civil service, with the exception of return rights and placement rights associated with a reduction-in-force of a permanent member of the civil service. Paid Holidays You may be eligible for 13 paid holidays each year; 14 holidays during an election year. Paid Vacation You may earn vacation leave at a rate that other employers find tough to match 21 days each full year from the FIRST year of employment. This compares to an average of 10 days offered by private companies. You may accumulate up to a total of 90 days (720 hours) of vacation. Paid Sick Leave You may earn sick leave at the same rate as vacation 21 days per year from the FIRST year, and there is no limit on the amount you can accumulate. Expectant mothers may also use sick leave for pre-natal or post-natal check-ups or any illness related to pregnancy. Plus, unused accumulated sick leave may eventually be used to increase your retirement benefits in certain situations. Other Leaves Reasonable time off with pay may be provided for jury or witness duty, a death in the family, some military duty, and donation to the Blood Bank. Leave sharing donations may be granted to eligible employees who have serious personal illnesses or injuries or need to care for a seriously ill or injured family member. Various leaves without pay may also be granted with full re-employment rights. Health Insurance The State pays a part of the premiums for each employee's enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Dental Plan. For more information, visit the Employer Union Trust Fund website for coverage and options. Group Life Insurance The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees. Retirement Plan The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees under the Hybrid Plan with 1