Airport Firefighter/Mechanic I

Snohomish County•Everett, WA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for protecting the general public from injury or property loss through fire fighting activity, first aid, rescue, hazardous materials response, and airport security. Additionally, the role involves maintaining Fire Department apparatus and equipment in proper working condition and accurately recording safety and functional test records on all assigned apparatus and equipment.

Requirements

Six (6) months education in an accredited trade school with major skills in diesel and gas automotive repair and service, welding, and machine shop (lathe and milling machine skills); OR, any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and abilities.
Must pass job related tests.
A job offer will be conditioned on satisfactory passing of a physical agility test, a criminal history background check, and a medical examination meeting the NFPA 1582 Standard On Medical Requirements for Firefighters.
Must pass a fingerprint-based Criminal History Record Check (CHRC) as required by TSA.
A valid Washington State Driver's License is required for employment.
Possession and maintenance of a valid Washington Commercial Driver's License that includes a minimum of a Class "B", air brakes, and a Tank Vehicle endorsement within thirty (30) days of employment is required.
This will require participation in the County's Random Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
Possession of a valid First Aid Card and CPR Certification within sixty (60) days of employment is required.
Completion of the basic FAA approved Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) Class within ninety (90) days of employment, or as modified by the Public Safety Manager, is required.
Graduation from the Washington State Fire Academy within twelve (12) months of employment, or as modified by the Public Safety Manager, is required.
Possession and maintenance of a valid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification within thirty-six (36) months of employment, or as modified by the Public Safety Manager, is required.
Knowledge of the equipment, materials, methods, equipment and supplies used in the maintenance, repair and servicing of a variety of gasoline and diesel powered equipment.
Knowledge of the theory and operating principles of internal combustion engines, vehicle systems, and components.
Knowledge of the operation of and routine maintenance and troubleshooting procedures for a variety of gasoline and diesel powered equipment.
Knowledge of TIG and MIG welding.
Ability to physically and mentally perform the duties of an Airport Firefighter.
Ability to maintain, service and perform minor repairs on a variety of equipment.
Ability to read, understand and use a variety of service and parts manuals for a variety of equipment.
Ability to inspect vehicles and detect faulty equipment, safety defects and other problems.
Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools, grease guns, tire mounting machines and other equipment used in the servicing of equipment.
Ability to operate a variety of equipment safely and courteously under a variety of traffic and weather conditions.
Ability to mount, dismount, change and repair various types of tires.
Ability to read, understand and comply with safety rules and regulations.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to deal courteously and tactfully with other county employees and with the general public.
Ability to maintain required records.
Ability to cope with emergency situations calmly and effectively.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to learn to plan, schedule, and evaluate all mechanical work done on fire department apparatus and equipment.
Ability to learn to read and understand National Fire Protection Association, Washington State Labor and Industries, Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act, and department rules on apparatus repair, testing and purchase.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical repair experience with heavy diesel equipment, on and off road heavy equipment, and Airport Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighter (ARFF) and Crash/Rescue equipment preferred.
Level B/Commercial Driver's License (B/CDL), Automotive Standard Excellence (ASE), Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs general and aircraft fire fighting work through extinguishing or preventing hostile fires.
Lies out and connects hose; holds and directs hose streams; raises and climbs ladders.
Removes persons from danger; administers first aid to injured persons.
Participates in fire prevention programs through building inspections and public education.
Performs major and minor vehicle repair on fire department apparatus including the complete removal, repair, rebuild, and replacement of engines, transmissions, pumps, tanks, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, fuel systems, and body components.
Welds both steel and aluminum, and manufactures necessary parts utilizing fabricating equipment to include lathes, vertical mills, metal shears and breaks.
Tests and repairs self-contained breathing apparatus, chain saws, rescue saws, rescue jaws, and generators; and re-couples hoses.
Tests fire hose, ladders and fire pumps to National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standards.
Accurately records information detailing the maintenance, repair, cost accounting, safety, functions, and testing of all apparatus assigned.
Performs related duties as required.