Emergency Vehicle Maintenance Technician I

High Point, NC; High Point, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan after 5 years

401K/457B retirement

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

The High Point Fire Department seeks a skilled Emergency Vehicle Maintenance Technician to diagnose, repair, and service fire apparatus and related equipment. You will work independently under supervision of the Chief Mechanic and support 24-hour emergency readiness.

Responsibilities include electrical and diesel engine work, preventive maintenance, parts procurement, and record keeping. A valid NC Class A CDL within one year is required, with on-the-job training and EVT certifications pursued

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Ability to complete on-the-job training (3–6 months).
• Must obtain EVT F-1&2, ASE T-4&5 certifications within two years of hire.
• Must obtain forklift/tow motor operator license within six months.
• Must obtain North Carolina Class A CDL Driver's License within one year.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses mechanical problems on fire apparatus and initiates repairs.
• Repairs, overhauls, and maintains firefighting equipment.
• Repairs diesel engines and fabricates assemblies for hydraulics and controls.
• Performs electrical work and preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Inspects vehicles for safety and maintains records and parts inventory.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Physical stamina

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Micrometers

Welding equipment

Vehicle lifts

Presses and grinders

Air powered equipment

Job description

The High Point Fire Department seeks a skilled Emergency Vehicle Maintenance Technician to diagnose, repair, and service fire apparatus and related equipment. You will work independently under supervision of the Chief Mechanic and support 24-hour emergency readiness.

Responsibilities include electrical and diesel engine work, preventive maintenance, parts procurement, and record keeping. A valid NC Class A CDL within one year is required, with on-the-job training and EVT certifications pursued