Lead Fire Apparatus Technician – Heavy-Duty Fire Trucks

Cobb County Government; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobb County Government seeks a skilled Truck and Equipment Technician to perform complex maintenance on fire apparatus including heavy-duty trucks, fire engines, and aerial units. You will lead daily work, train less experienced staff, and ensure compliance with NFPA standards.

This position requires a high school diploma or GED, five to six years of progressive mechanical repair experience, a CDL with endorsements, and ASE certifications. Travel may be required for OEM/dealer training.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED with vocational training, plus five years as an auto technician or six years progressive mechanical repair experience.
• Must possess a valid CDL with appropriate endorsement or Georgia Class E/F license; ASE T3, T4, T5 and EVT certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads and coordinates daily work activities of assigned co-workers and prioritizes tasks for completion.
• Inspects and tests truck systems including drive train, engine, transmission, hydraulics, electrical, pumps, lighting, and aerial systems.
• Performs preventive maintenance and complex repairs on fire apparatus and trucks; troubleshoots, diagnoses, and repairs faults from operator reports and diagnostic data.
• Executes welding/fabrication to replace or repair parts; ensures parts operate to specification.
• Maintains familiarity with NFPA standards (NFPA 1900, 1910, 1917) and updates records accordingly.
• Occasionally travels out-of-state to design and inspect fire department vehicles and participate in OEM training.

Skills

Five years auto tech

Heavy equipment experience

Lead technician

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ASE Certifications (T3, T4, T5, EVT)

CDL with endorsements

Job description

Cobb County Government seeks a skilled Truck and Equipment Technician to perform complex maintenance on fire apparatus including heavy-duty trucks, fire engines, and aerial units. You will lead daily work, train less experienced staff, and ensure compliance with NFPA standards.

This position requires a high school diploma or GED, five to six years of progressive mechanical repair experience, a CDL with endorsements, and ASE certifications. Travel may be required for OEM/dealer training.