EVT Fire Mechanic: Equipment & Pump Systems Expert

Macon-Bibb County Government; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Macon-Bibb County Government is seeking an EVT Fire Mechanic I to maintain and repair fire apparatus in Macon, GA. The role includes preventive maintenance, diagnostics, major repairs, and testing of pumps and ladders, with welding and fabrication as needed.

The position emphasizes training others, preparing repair orders, and ensuring operational readiness of emergency equipment for daily firefighting duties.

Qualifications

• High School graduation or GED equivalent with six years of related experience.
• Experience in maintenance and repair of fire apparatus or heavy equipment.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid state Class F Driver License with no air brake restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventative maintenance on fire apparatus.
• Performs major repairs on pumps, transfer cases, engines, drive lines, etc.
• Performs equipment diagnostics and mechanical and electrical testing.
• Conducts annual pump and ladder apparatus testing.
• Requires the ability to weld, cut, and fabricate.
• Replaces obsolete parts with updated parts such as emergency lighting.
• Performs external repairs to apparatus, field repairs and proprietary electronic programming.
• Provides training to personnel on pump systems and general operation of apparatus.
• Assists in preparation of work repair orders and related recordkeeping.

Skills

Preventative maintenance

Major repairs

Diagnostics testing

Electrical testing

Welding and fabrication

Training others

Education

High School graduation or GED

Job description

Macon-Bibb County Government is seeking an EVT Fire Mechanic I to maintain and repair fire apparatus in Macon, GA. The role includes preventive maintenance, diagnostics, major repairs, and testing of pumps and ladders, with welding and fabrication as needed.

The position emphasizes training others, preparing repair orders, and ensuring operational readiness of emergency equipment for daily firefighting duties.