Fire Apparatus Mechanic: Diesel & Electrical Systems Pro

City of Winston-Salem; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Health Insurance

Pension Plan

Paid Holidays

Education Assistance

Training

Job summary

The City of Winston-Salem seeks a skilled Fire Apparatus Mechanic to perform service, maintenance, and ремонт on department vehicles, with the ability to determine repair methods independently. The role requires thorough knowledge of engines, electrical and hydraulic systems, and a commitment to safety.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and four years of journey-level mechanic experience or equivalent combination.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and four years of journey-level mechanic experience or four years as an equipment service worker with mechanic abilities.
• Knowledge of internal combustion and diesel engines, automotive repair methods, and safety protocols.
• Ability to read service manuals and schematics; diagnose and repair electronic control systems.

Responsibilities

• Repair and rebuild gasoline and diesel engines, drive trains, and chassis components.
• Service HVAC systems and electrical components in department vehicles.
• Perform preventive maintenance and diagnose problems on fire department vehicles.
• Troubleshoot hydraulic and electrical issues.
• Operate department vehicles for inspection and testing.

Skills

Internal combustion

Diesel engine operation

Automotive repair

Safety procedures

Electrical systems

Fabrication basics

Diagnostics

Reading manuals

Education

High school diploma

4 years journey-level mechanic experience

Tools

Air brakes

Diagnostic tools

Hand tools

Job description

The City of Winston-Salem seeks a skilled Fire Apparatus Mechanic to perform service, maintenance, and ремонт on department vehicles, with the ability to determine repair methods independently. The role requires thorough knowledge of engines, electrical and hydraulic systems, and a commitment to safety.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and four years of journey-level mechanic experience or equivalent combination.