Emergency & Automotive Maintenance Specialist

City of Alexandria; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Alexandria seeks an Automotive Mechanic to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on light to heavy vehicles, including emergency response equipment. You will diagnose brake, electrical, hydraulic, and fuel systems, perform engine and transmission work, and conduct road tests.

Preferred candidates have a High School diploma or GED, ASE and EVT certifications, and at least five years of relevant experience; knowledge of Virginia state vehicle inspections is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Experience in skilled automotive maintenance and repair on light to heavy vehicles (1 year minimum).
• Preferred five years of experience in automotive and emergency response vehicle maintenance.
• Certifications in ASE automotive and EVT fire apparatus and ambulance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance checks and repairs as indicated.
• Inspect and repair brake and wheel systems and assemblies.
• Inspect electrical systems and replace faulty components.
• Overhaul fire fighting equipment and emergency vehicle systems.
• Inspect cooling systems and perform repairs.
• Perform road tests after service.
• Inspect hydraulic systems and components.
• Perform front-end work including alignment and ball joints.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Brake & wheel systems

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Transmissions

Engine overhauls

Emergency vehicle maintenance

Road testing

Fire apparatus knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

ASE certifications (automotive)

EVT certifications (fire apparatus and ambulance)

Tools

Testing equipment

PTO systems knowledge

Job description

City of Alexandria seeks an Automotive Mechanic to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on light to heavy vehicles, including emergency response equipment. You will diagnose brake, electrical, hydraulic, and fuel systems, perform engine and transmission work, and conduct road tests.

Preferred candidates have a High School diploma or GED, ASE and EVT certifications, and at least five years of relevant experience; knowledge of Virginia state vehicle inspections is beneficial.