Senior Fire Apparatus Technician

City of El Segundo, California; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

City of El Segundo, California is seeking an Equipment Mechanic to service and repair fire apparatus and related equipment. The role requires certification in Fire Pumps and a high school diploma or GED, with additional specialized training in fire apparatus maintenance.

You will diagnose engine, fuel, electrical, and hydraulic issues, perform repairs, fabricate parts, and maintain accurate time and parts records.

Qualifications

• Experience maintaining fire apparatus and equipment.
• Ability to diagnose and repair engines, fuel, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Proficient in fabrication and welding of parts and equipment.
• Familiar with fleet software for record-keeping and maintenance tracking.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, maintains, and repairs fire apparatus, vehicles and equipment including aerial ladders and pumps.
• Diagnoses and troubleshoots engine, fuel and electrical systems; determines extent of repairs.
• Maintains shop records of time, materials and parts used; inputs into automated system.
• Attends training related to repair and maintenance of equipment and vehicles; stays current with new technology.

Skills

Fire apparatus repair

Engine diagnostics

Welding & fabrication

Electrical systems

Fleet software

Safety practices

Education

High school diploma or GED

Specialized training in fire apparatus maintenance

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Fleet software systems

Job description

City of El Segundo, California is seeking an Equipment Mechanic to service and repair fire apparatus and related equipment. The role requires certification in Fire Pumps and a high school diploma or GED, with additional specialized training in fire apparatus maintenance.

You will diagnose engine, fuel, electrical, and hydraulic issues, perform repairs, fabricate parts, and maintain accurate time and parts records.