Fire Equipment Technician

Fire Equipment Technician

This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time without notice. Examination: Appraisal (Weight 100%): Will be conducted for the purpose of evaluating the applicant's training, education, experience, interest and personal fitness for the position. Appraisal can be based on any combination of the following: Investigation, oral exam and rating of the application. Should an oral exam be necessary, the oral exam will be weighted 100%. Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.

Minimum Qualifications / Employment Standards: One (1) year of experience inspecting, testing, repairing and maintaining specialized emergency services equipment. Qualifying related work experience may include inspection, maintenance and repair of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), high pressure air compressors, hydraulic rescue tools, personal protective equipment (PPE); and the installation and maintenance of specialized fire equipment on fire apparatus.

Additional Requirements: Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license at the time of appointment. Some positions may require within the six-month probationary period:

• A valid California Class B Commercial Driver's license. Failure to obtain licensure will result in termination of employment.
• First Responder Maintenance and Repair Respiratory Protection Equipment Certificate as required by the manufacturer. Failure to obtain licensure will result in termination of employment.
• Care and Maintenance of Personal Protective Equipment Certificate as required by the manufacturer. Failure to obtain licensure will result in termination of employment.
• Maintenance and Repair of Rescue Equipment Certificate as required by the manufacturer. Failure to obtain licensure will result in termination of employment.

Applicants must submit all applicable diploma(s), transcripts, license(s) and/or certificate(s) with their application by the final filing deadline. If you are unable to attach application materials to your application, you may e-mail a copy to View email address on click.appcast.io or contact Tiffany Nacke at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Kern County Employee Benefits *As a regular or provisional employee of Kern County, working twenty (20) hours or more per week, you are presently eligible for the following benefits as described below:

• Health Insurance : (Medical/Dental/Vision): Kern County offers five affordable medical options. Kern Legacy Health Plans are medical and prescription health plan options administered directly by the County of Kern. Kaiser Permanente is also an option. Employees may also choose from two dental plans; Liberty Dental PPO or HMO. The vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP).
• Retirement Program : Kern County Employees' Retirement Association (KCERA). This Section 401 (a) defined benefit retirement plan requires employer and employee contribution and pays retired employees a pension based on salary, years of service, and age upon retirement.
• Deferred Compensation : This section 457 plan allows employees to contribute on a pre-tax basis to a supplemental retirement account which is then paid out to them when they retire.
• Social Security Administration : Note: Both Kern County and the employee contribute to Social Security and Medicare as follows:
• The County of Kern withholds 6.2% for Social Security (FICA1) and 1.45% for Medicare (FICA2) from employee's payroll warrants
• The County matches the employee's 6.2% for Social Security and 1.45% for Medicare
• Employee Assistance Program : EAP is available to help you take control of your life! Voluntary Benefits : Chimienti & Associates (Administrator) offers the following voluntary benefits and can be deducted on a pre-tax bases: Short Term Disability Coverage, Accident Plan, Cancer Plan and a Flexible Spending Account.
• Paid Holiday Leave : 12 set days (per calendar year)