Vehicle Technician - Emergency Services - $5,000 Sign On Bonus

Job Title: Emergency Vehicle Technician

The City of Boca Raton is seeking a skilled and motivated technician to join our Emergency Vehicle Maintenance Team. This position performs complex mechanical work involving the inspection, maintenance, and repair of gasoline- and diesel-powered fire apparatus, aerial ladder trucks, rescue units, and related emergency response vehicles and equipment. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing engines, hydraulic systems, suspensions, electrical systems, HVAC, and specialized portable equipment used in critical emergency operations. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the operational readiness and continuity of Fire Rescue services, directly supporting the department's ability to respond to emergencies and protect the community.

Working under general supervision, employees exercise a significant degree of independent judgment in determining the method of repair following receipt of oral or written work orders. Work is inspected while in progress, and/or the record of equipment services is reviewed to determine the degree of employee performance. Scheduled hours include normal business hours, Monday through Friday, though may need to extend to evenings and/or weekends in case of emergencies or risk to service readiness.

Selected candidates may be considered for placement as either an Emergency Vehicle Technician I (B25) or Emergency Vehicle Technician III (B30) for Emergency Service vehicles within the Fire Rescue department based on their certifications, experience, and technical competencies. Employees are encouraged to pursue continued professional development and may utilize employer-provided resources and support to obtain or maintain ASE and EVT certifications.

Essential Functions

• Perform diagnostics, repair and specialty maintenance of a variety of medium and heavy-duty fire and pump apparatus and firefighting equipment
• Performs routine preventive maintenance work on City vehicles following suggested manufacturer and City standards.
• Repair major vehicular systems and components such as the power plant, drive train, cooling, steering and suspension, electrical, hydraulic, air-conditioning, brakes and body, and computer systems.
• Repair system and components such as belts, hoses, tires, lamps, tune-ups, and new vehicle preparations.
• Repair shop equipment and tools.
• Performs welding repairs and modifications/fabrications.
• Road tests vehicles for adequacy and completeness of repairs.
• Diagnoses malfunctioning vehicular systems and components and recommends most effective solutions.
• Inspects vehicles to ensure that they comply with all statutory safety requirements.
• Performs road service repairs in Boca Raton and surrounding cities.
• Completes preventive maintenance forms correctly.
• Assists in cleaning the shop work area.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• The methods, tools, and equipment used in the repair of passenger cars, trucks, construction, and maintenance equipment.
• Scan tools, OEM software (where applicable), and basic laptop-based diagnostics
• The repair and adjustment of a wide variety of specialized fire equipment, pumps, and apparatus.

Skilled in:

• Inspect, test, and maintain fire pumps and related valves or pressure relief systems.
• The use and operation of shop tools and machinery.
• Organization and documentation - accurately completes repair orders, logs diagnostics, and maintains service records within digital or paper-based systems

Ability to:

• Diagnose the more common defects in the drive trains, chassis, and other components of automotive equipment.
• Inspect, test, and maintain fire pumps and related valves or pressure relief systems.
• Adapt available tools and repair parts to specific repair problems.
• Interpret work from sketches, diagrams, and installation and repair charts.
• Lift articles weighing 50 pounds.
• Understand and follow instructions in both oral and written form.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

Selected candidate may be considered for placement within the classification and pay range of Emergency Vehicle Technician I or Emergency Vehicle Technician III, subject to the criteria outlined below:

Emergency Vehicle Technician I:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Two (2) years of experience in repairing automotive power-driven and/or fire-related equipment
• Certification by the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) in two or more of the following:
1. T2 - Truck Diesel Engines
2. T3 - Truck Drive Train
3. T4 - Truck Brakes
4. T5 - Truck Suspension & Steering
5. T6 - Truck Electrical / Electronic Systems
6. T7 - Truck Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC)
• Valid State of Florida Class "B" CDL driver's license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period or the ability to maintain within one year of employment.

Emergency Vehicle Technician III:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Three (3) years of experience in repairing automotive power-driven and/or fire-related equipment
• Certification by the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) in two or more of the following:
1. T2 - Truck Diesel Engines
2. T3 - Truck Drive Train
3. T4 - Truck Brakes
4. T5 - Truck Suspension & Steering
5. T6 - Truck Electrical / Electronic Systems
6. T7 - Truck Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC)
• Valid State of Florida Class "B" CDL driver's license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period
• Certification by the Emergency Vehicle Technician Certification Commission (EVTCC) in three or more of the following:
1. F1 - Maintenance, Inspection, and Testing of Fire Apparatus
2. F2 - Design & Performance Standards of Fire Apparatus
3. F3 - Fire Pumps & Accessories
4. F4 - Fire Apparatus Electrical Systems
5. F5 - Aerial Fire Apparatus
6. F6 - Allison Automatic Transmissions

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Abstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products for at least one year prior to their date of hire and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty.

Note for Applicants: Final placement will be determined based on your qualifications, certifications, and demonstrated experience. Candidates may be hired into either position based on how closely they meet the criteria.

Essential Employee Designation

When normal operations of City departments are suspended or interrupted due to a declaration that a state of emergency exists, any employee may be deemed essential by the City. For the preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail, employees deemed necessary shall be required to work.

Post Offer Pre-Employment Screening Requirements:

• Criminal Background Check
• Employment Verification
• Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check
• Certification/License Verification
• Physical
• Drug and Alcohol Screen

Physical and Environmental Demands and Conditions:

• Occasionally ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like.
• Constantly moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• Constantly remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Constantly moving about within the immediate work area to accomplish tasks.
• Occasionally moving from one worksite to another
• Constantly adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.
• Constantly communicating with others to exchange information.
• Constantly repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Constantly operates a computer and other equipment using motions requiring manual dexterity or fine motor skills
• Constantly operating machinery and/or power tools.
• Constantly operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Constantly assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Constantly demonstrating ability to observe details