Fire Apparatus Technician I – Modern Equipment, Growth

Contra-Costa-County; California (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Contra Costa County Fire Protection District seeks a skilled heavy‑duty truck mechanic to inspect and repair fire district equipment including trucks, boats, bulldozers, and pumps. The role requires a CA driver’s license, with Class B Tank Endorsement by probation end, and a relevant trade certification or 2 years of full‑time experience.

Familiarity with shop welding tools is expected. You will work in a dynamic, all‑hazards fire service environment, with ongoing training and opportunities to

Qualifications

• Two years full-time experience as a heavy duty truck mechanic or completion of a heavy duty, diesel, or industrial program from an automotive heavy duty trade school.
• Valid California driver’s license; out-of-state license accepted during the application process.
• Must obtain a Class B driver’s license with Tank Endorsement (or Class A with Tank Endorsement) prior to end of probation and maintain it while employed in this class.
• Ability to meet health standards as prescribed by DOT for commercial drivers.
• Fire apparatus mechanic experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting trucks, boats, bulldozers, tractors, and mechanical equipment used in fire fighting and other Fire District services.
• Diagnosing mechanical and electrical troubles and making repairs including general overhauls, electrical and fuel systems, differentials and related equipment, suspension assemblies, repairing and servicing fire pumps.
• Operating shop tools including electrical and acetylene welding devices.
• Road testing and transporting fire apparatus, service vehicles, and trucks.
• Assisting in the training of shop personnel and District personnel

Skills

Attention to Detail

Handling Stress

Professional Integrity & Ethics

Customer Focus

Teamwork

Mechanical Insight

Reading Comprehension

Using Technology

Education

Trade school certificate in heavy-duty diesel/automotive

Tools

Electrical welding devices

Acetylene welding

ASE Truck Mechanic Certification

Job description

Contra Costa County Fire Protection District seeks a skilled heavy‑duty truck mechanic to inspect and repair fire district equipment including trucks, boats, bulldozers, and pumps. The role requires a CA driver’s license, with Class B Tank Endorsement by probation end, and a relevant trade certification or 2 years of full‑time experience.

Familiarity with shop welding tools is expected. You will work in a dynamic, all‑hazards fire service environment, with ongoing training and opportunities to