FIRE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

City and County of Honolulu; Hawaii; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement plan

Career development

Job summary

A local government agency in Hawaii is seeking a skilled Fire Equipment Mechanic to ensure the operational readiness of fire fighting apparatus and related equipment. The role includes diagnosing and repairing both gasoline and diesel engine systems along with maintaining electrical systems. Candidates should have experience with heavy vehicles and be a citizen or eligible for unrestricted employment. Excellent benefits, including generous time off and comprehensive health coverage, are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
• Experience maintaining/repairing heavy vehicles or commercial vehicles over 26,000 pounds is required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and overhaul fire apparatus and heavy vehicles.
• Maintain and repair electrical and electronic systems.
• Fabricate, weld, and modify vehicle components.
• Inspect, test, and maintain fire equipment and apparatus.

Skills

Knowledge of gasoline and diesel engine systems

Knowledge of automotive electrical systems

Skill in using mechanical tools and diagnostic equipment

Ability to diagnose mechanical defects

Job description

Position Information

Honolulu Fire Department is looking for a Fire Equipment Mechanic to perform repairs, modifications, and maintenance of all fire fighting apparatuses, trailers, fire and rescue equipment.

What You'll Do

• Diagnose, repair, and overhaul fire apparatus and heavy vehicles, including gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions, brake systems, axles, and steering components to keep emergency equipment operational.
• Maintain and repair electrical and electronic systems such as starters, alternators, sirens, emergency lighting, generators, and multiplex engine and transmission controls.
• Fabricate, weld, and modify vehicle components by repairing body frames, pumps, tanks, and structural parts using machine tools and welding equipment when replacement parts are unavailable.
• Inspect, test, and maintain fire equipment and apparatus, including pumps, piping systems, hoses, and safety systems, and conduct required safety inspections and operational road tests.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities of the position.

Benefits

Excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, and career development.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

Experience Requirement

Experience and/or training of sufficient scope and quality to competently perform the journey level skills and duties of this position.

Applicable Experience: maintaining/repairing heavy vehicles or commercial vehicle over 26,000 pounds (GCWR).

Applicable Skills Needed

• Knowledge of gasoline and diesel engine systems, including theory and operation of internal combustion engines and related mechanical components.
• Knowledge of automotive electrical systems and ability to diagnose and repair electrical components and circuits in vehicles and equipment.
• Skill in using mechanical tools and diagnostic equipment, such as hydraulic presses, lathes, gauges, pullers, and other shop machinery used in vehicle repair.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical defects, perform repairs, and follow technical instructions while working safely and handling heavy equipment and materials.

License/Certificate Requirement

Possession of an appropriate valid driver's license and a current State Department of Transportation medical examination certificate (prior to appointment).

Licenses and certificates must be obtained by the indicated time and maintained on a current basis thereafter as a condition of employment.

Examination Process

If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for the current vacancy and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.