Fire Apparatus Technician

City of Woodland; Woodland (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CalPERS Retirement

Medical Insurance

Paid Holidays

Dental/Vision Benefits

Job summary

The City of Woodland's Fire Department seeks a skilled mechanic to operate, diagnose, repair, and maintain fire service apparatus and equipment. The role focuses on preventative maintenance to keep emergency response vehicles ready for duty.

Ideal candidates have four years of heavy equipment or fire apparatus experience, ASE/MACS or EVT certifications, and valid California CDL certifications. Training and certification programs will be pursued as needed.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of professional work in maintenance/repair of heavy equipment and/or fire apparatus.
• Two (2) years in an administrative or supervisory capacity is highly desirable.
• Licenses: CA Class C license; CA CDL B; EVT eligibility within three years.

Responsibilities

• Develops and performs preventive maintenance for fire service apparatus and tools.
• Inspects, tunes engines, and repairs pumps, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Maintains accurate maintenance records and schedules testing of fire pumps.

Skills

Diesel engines

Fire pumps

Hydraulics

Electrical systems

Diagnostics

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

California Fire Mechanics Academy training desirable

Job description

The City of Woodland's Fire Department seeks a skilled mechanic to operate, diagnose, repair, and maintain fire service apparatus and equipment. The role focuses on preventative maintenance to keep emergency response vehicles ready for duty.

Ideal candidates have four years of heavy equipment or fire apparatus experience, ASE/MACS or EVT certifications, and valid California CDL certifications. Training and certification programs will be pursued as needed.