Emergency Vehicle Technician I, II or III - $5,000 Sign On Bonus

City of Boca Raton • Boca Raton, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Fire Rescue Services department is seeking a skilled and motivated technician to join our Emergency Vehicle Maintenance Team. This position performs complex mechanical work involving the inspection, maintenance, and repair of gasoline- and diesel-powered fire apparatus, aerial ladder trucks, rescue units, and related emergency response vehicles and equipment. Responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing engines, hydraulic systems, suspensions, electrical systems, HVAC, and specialized portable equipment used in critical emergency operations. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the operational readiness and continuity of Fire Rescue services, directly supporting the department’s ability to respond to emergencies and protect the community. Work is inspected while in progress, and/or the record of equipment services is reviewed to determine the degree of employee performance. Scheduled hours include normal business hours, Monday through Friday, though may need to extend to evenings and/or weekends in case of emergencies or risk to service readiness. Selected candidates may be considered for placement as either an Emergency Vehicle Technician I, Emergency Vehicle Technician II, or Emergency Vehicle Technician III for Emergency Service vehicles within the Fire Rescue department based on their certifications, experience, and technical competencies. Employees are encouraged to pursue continued professional development and may utilize employer-provided resources and support to obtain or maintain ASE and EVT certifications.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid State of Florida Class “B” CDL Driver License with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period
• Emergency Vehicle Technician I: Two (2) years of experience in heavy equipment maintenance and repair WITH one (1) year of experience as a diesel mechanic; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience.
• Emergency Vehicle Technician II: Two (2) years of experience in heavy equipment maintenance and repair WITH one (1) year of experience as a diesel mechanic; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience.
• Emergency Vehicle Technician III: Three (3) years of relevant experience in emergency vehicle maintenance or equivalent heavy-duty fleet work
• Knowledge of: The methods, tools, and equipment used in the repair of passenger cars, trucks, construction, and maintenance equipment.
• Knowledge of: Scan tools, OEM software (where applicable), and basic laptop-based diagnostics
• Knowledge of: The repair and adjustment of a wide variety of specialized fire equipment, pumps, and apparatus.
• Skilled in: The methods, tools, and equipment used in the repair of passenger cars, trucks, construction, and maintenance equipment.
• Skilled in: Scan tools, OEM software (where applicable), and basic laptop-based diagnostics
• Skilled in: The repair and adjustment of a wide variety of specialized fire equipment, pumps, and apparatus.
• Ability to: Diagnose the more common defects in the drive trains, chassis, and other components of automotive equipment.
• Ability to: Inspect, test, and maintain fire pumps and related valves or pressure relief systems.
• Ability to: Adapt available tools and repair parts to specific repair problems.
• Ability to: Interpret work from sketches, diagrams, and installation and repair charts.
• Ability to: Lift articles weighing 50 pounds.
• Ability to: Understand and follow instructions in both oral and written form.
• Abstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products for at least one year prior to their date of hire and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty.

Nice To Haves

• Emergency Vehicle Technician II: Certification by the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) in two or more of the following: T2 - Truck – Diesel Engines T3 - Truck – Drive Train T4 - Truck – Brakes T5 - Truck – Suspension & Steering T6 - Truck – Electrical / Electronic Systems T7 - Truck – Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC) OR Certification by the Emergency Vehicle Technician Certification Commission (EVTCC) in two or more of the following: F1 - Maintenance, Inspection, and Testing of Fire Apparatus F2 - Design & Performance Standards of Fire Apparatus F3 - Fire Pumps & Accessories F4 - Fire Apparatus Electrical Systems F5 - Aerial Fire Apparatus F6 - Allison Automatic Transmissions
• Emergency Vehicle Technician III: Certification by the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) in four or more of the following: T2 - Truck – Diesel Engines T3 - Truck – Drive Train T4 - Truck – Brakes T5 - Truck – Suspension & Steering T6 - Truck – Electrical / Electronic Systems T7 - Truck – Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC) Certification by the Emergency Vehicle Technician Certification Commission (EVTCC) in three or more of the following: F1 - Maintenance, Inspection, and Testing of Fire Apparatus F2 - Design & Performance Standards of Fire Apparatus F3 - Fire Pumps & Accessories F4 - Fire Apparatus Electrical Systems F5 - Aerial Fire Apparatus F6 - Allison Automatic Transmissions

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics, repair and specialty maintenance of a variety of medium and heavy-duty fire and pump apparatus and firefighting equipment
• Performs routine preventive maintenance work on City vehicles following suggested manufacturer and City standards.
• Repair major vehicular systems and components such as the power plant, drive train, cooling, steering and suspension, electrical, hydraulic, air-conditioning, brakes and body, and computer systems.
• Repair system and components such as belts, hoses, tires, lamps, tune-ups, and new vehicle preparations.
• Repair shop equipment and tools.
• Performs welding repairs and modifications/fabrications.
• Road tests vehicles for adequacy and completeness of repairs.
• Diagnoses malfunctioning vehicular systems and components and recommends most effective solutions.
• Inspects vehicles to ensure that they comply with all statutory safety requirements.
• Performs road service repairs in Boca Raton and surrounding cities.
• Completes preventive maintenance forms correctly.
• Assists in cleaning the shop work area.

Benefits

• The city’s retirement program helps you plan for a secure future. The Defined Benefit Pension plan provides a guaranteed monthly benefit at retirement, with a 10-year vesting period, a 2% multiplier at normal retirement, and a required 7.75% pre-tax contribution; the City funds the remainder and assumes the investment risk.
• Employees can also join the optional 401(a) plan with no required contribution, a 7% City contribution, and a one-year vesting.
• Optional Roth IRA and 457 Deferred Compensation plans are also available.
• Annual leave and sick leave each accrue at 8 hours per month. Annual leave increases after 5 full years of service.
• Comprehensive health benefits are available to support you and your family.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED