Emergency Vehicle Mechanic Technician I/II, Grade 16/20

Montgomery County (MD); Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 53,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in public safety is seeking Emergency Vehicle Mechanic Technicians to join their dedicated team. This role involves ensuring the safety and performance of a diverse fleet of fire and rescue apparatus, including ambulances and heavy rescue vehicles. Ideal candidates will possess strong mechanical skills and a commitment to excellent service, working in a dynamic environment that requires both technical expertise and teamwork. Opportunities for professional development and certifications are available, making this position a great fit for those passionate about public safety and vehicle maintenance. Join a team where your skills will directly impact community safety and emergency response readiness.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in automotive-truck maintenance and repair.
• High school completion or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs on emergency vehicles.
• Ensure mechanical safety and performance of fire and rescue vehicles.

Skills

Mechanic Skills

Problem Solving

Customer Service

Teamwork

Ability to lift heavy objects

Driving Fire/Rescue Apparatus

Education

High School Diploma or Certificate

Tools

Diagnostic Tools

Automotive Shop Tools

Job description

The anticipated salary range upon hire:

Grade 16: $53,510-$70,250 / Grade 20: $62,872- $99,659

The Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) Fleet Operations, with the Division of Support Services, inspects, maintains, and repairs fire and rescue apparatus and ensures compliance with local, state, and federal requirements. The fleet is comprised of nearly 300 heavy, medium, and light duty vehicles including pumpers, aerials, rescue squads, and ambulances. The department is seeking to fill the position of Emergency Vehicle Mechanic Technicians.

MCFRS is seeking Mechanics that are highly skilled or have good aptitude to perform maintenance and repairs of a variety of specialized medium- and heavy-duty fire and emergency medical services apparatus. Successful candidates will have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

1. Ability to lift and move objects that weigh up to 100 lbs., and occasionally objects that weigh in excess of 100 lbs., obtaining assistance or using mechanical advantage, as appropriate.
2. Ability to safely operate and drive all fire/rescue apparatus and their respective components.
3. Ability and willingness to provide emergency repair service on fire/rescue/EMS apparatus and equipment outside the regular shop location.
4. Skill in working as a team member to provide excellent customer service.
5. Skill in problem solving to select, organize and logically process relevant information.

The position is located at a warehouse-type facility in Rockville, MD. Work is performed in all seasons, regardless of weather, indoors and outdoors, with exposure to environmental factors found in a warehouse and automotive shop. Strict adherence to safety precautions and procedures, and the use of appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and protective devices will be required at all times.

The position may be occasionally required to work outside of normal business hours, either during the traditional second shift, (i.e., later afternoon/evening and/or on-call during nights and weekends) with additional compensation. To ensure a positive workplace and to comply with federal, state and County laws, the incumbent is responsible for completing mandatory trainings within the first three to six months or within the specified timeframe.

The selected candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and a medical exam with drug screen. The individuals selected for this position will be considered an "Essential Employee." Essential employees must report to work during a period of general emergency or liberal leave.

Please note, if hired, it is the employee's responsibility to provide their own tools which are required on the first day of employment. In addition, the employee is responsible for the expense of obtaining and maintaining a "Class A" commercial driver’s permit and license.

The Emergency Vehicle Mechanic Technicians will be responsible for performing inspections, testing, maintenance, and repairs of a variety of specialized medium- and heavy-duty fire and emergency medical services apparatus. These vehicles include heavy rescue squads, pumpers, tankers, aerial ladders, ambulances, and specialized evacuation and mass casualty apparatus.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Ensuring the mechanical and performance safety of emergency fire and rescue vehicles.
2. Performing inspections, lubrications, fluid changes and component adjustments and other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles related to Preventive Maintenance (PM) processes.
3. Utilizing diagnostic tools (both manual and electronic) to assess and evaluate required service/repairs.
4. Provide diagnostic assessments of repair needs based on experience.
5. Troubleshooting service/repair needs and performing necessary/required work in a timely fashion.
6. Documenting/recording findings, measurements, diagnoses and needed repairs discovered during PM inspections.
7. Performing repairs to light, medium, and heavy apparatus, and equipment.
8. Road testing vehicles during, and upon completion of, maintenance/repair work.
9. Handling hazardous waste properly; maintaining the work area in a clean and orderly manner; and performing various "shopkeeping" tasks.
10. Operating machine shop tools and testing equipment.
11. Communicating with end-users about mechanical and performance and functions and operation.

Emergency Vehicle Mechanic Technician I:

Experience: Two (2) years of verifiable, progressively responsible experience in the automotive-truck maintenance and repair trade, which included problem diagnosis.

Education: Completion of high school or a High School Certificate of completion recognized in the State of Maryland.

Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

License: At Time of Employment Application: Possession of a valid, current Class "C" or equivalent motor vehicle operator's license from the applicant’s state of residence. First Day of County Employment: Possession of at least a valid Instructional Permit for a Class "A" commercial driver’s license (CDL) issued by the applicant’s state of residence. Upon Completion of Probationary Period: Possession of a Class "A" CDL issued by the employee’s state of residence; US Environmental Protection Agency-approved certification (for refrigerant recovery appropriate to the equipment serviced/inspected); and a Maryland State Forklift Operator License.

Within Eighteen (18) Months from Date of Appointment/Placement: Employees in this class must obtain and maintain a National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Level I certification, which includes successful completion of examinations in:

1. T4 Medium-Heavy Truck, Brakes (National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE);
2. T5 Medium-Heavy Truck, Suspension and Steering (ASE);
3. T8 Medium-Heavy Preventive Maintenance Inspection (ASE);
4. F1 Maintenance, Inspection and Testing of Fire Apparatus (EVT);
5. F2 Design and Performance Standards of Fire Apparatus (EVT).

Note: There will be no substitutions for this section.

Emergency Vehicle Mechanic Technician II:

Experience: Any combination of education, experience and training equivalent to four (4) years of verifiable, progressively responsible experience in problem diagnosis, repair, maintenance and inspection of automobiles, light-medium-heavy duty diesel or gasoline trucks, construction equipment, and/or fire/rescue/EMS vehicles, apparatus and equipment.

Education: Completion of high school or High School Certificate of completion recognized in the State of Maryland. Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

License: At Time of Employment Application: Possession of a valid, current Class "C" or equivalent motor vehicle operator's license from the applicant's state of residence. First Day of County Employment: Possession of at least a valid Instructional Permit for Class "A" commercial driver’s license (CDL) issued by the applicant's state of residence. In addition, upon appointment/placement, employees in this class must possess and maintain a National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Level I certification, which includes successful completion of examinations in:

1. T4 Medium-Heavy Truck, Brakes (National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE);
2. T5 Medium-Heavy Truck, Suspension and Steering (ASE);
3. T8 Medium-Heavy Preventive Maintenance Inspection (ASE);
4. F1 Maintenance, Inspection and Testing of Fire Apparatus (EVT);
5. F2 Design and Performance Standards of Fire Apparatus (EVT).

Upon Completion of Probationary Period: Possession of a Class "A" CDL issued by the employee’s state of residence; US Environmental Protection Agency-approved certification (for refrigerant recovery appropriate to the equipment serviced/inspected); and a Maryland State Forklift Operator License.

Within thirty-six (36) months from date of appointment/placement: Employees in this class must obtain and maintain EVT Level II certification, which includes successful completion of examinations in:

1. T2 Medium-Heavy Truck, Diesel Engines (ASE);
2. T3 Medium-Heavy Truck, Drive Train (ASE);
3. T6 Medium-Heavy Truck, Electrical/Electronic Systems (ASE);
4. F3 Fire Pumps and Accessories (EVT);
5. F4 Fire Apparatus Electrical Systems (EVT).

Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following:

1. Experience diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing medium-heavy-duty diesel vehicles.
2. Experience applying vehicle maintenance standards (organizational, manufacturer, or governmental).
3. Experience utilizing shop management systems or diagnostic equipment.
4. Experience using fleet maintenance software or FMIS Fleet Maintenance Information Systems.
5. Experience with planning and organizing work responsibilities.