Emergency Vehicle Technician
About The Position
The Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) analyzes malfunctions and repairs firefighting equipment and emergency vehicles, including fire engines, tenders, tankers, rescue, flight line assets, foam systems, air compressor, dry chemical systems, hazmat response vehicles, and utility vehicles all known as firefighting apparatus. EVT Coordinates and performs highly skilled mechanic’s work. Must have the technological and electrical skills to repair and maintain the specialized equipment found in fire trucks and other emergency vehicles. Operates and inspects machines or equipment to diagnose defects. Dismantles and reassembles equipment, using hoists and hand tools. Examines parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges. Replaces defective engines and subassemblies, such as transmissions. Tests overhauled equipment to insure operating efficiency.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- EVT Certification F1 – F8 (minimum requirement is F1); Certifications must be current (not expired)
- Must be able to obtain Emergency Vehicle Technician LV I thru II, must meet the qualifications as defined in NFPA 1071 Standard for Emergency Vehicle Technician Professional Qualifications for EVT I, II and III.
- Must be able to obtain Automotive Services Excellence (ASE) T1 Thru T7
- Must have a valid REAL ID State Driver’s License with no restrictions. CDL Required.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a NACI Tier 1 Public Trust.
- Must be able to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship, such as a birth certificate or a U.S. Passport.
- Three to five (3-5) years' progressive professional experience on fire trucks, firefighting apparatus, or heavy transport vehicles, within a large city fire department, must be able to progress to EVT LV III
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work in a team-based, highly collaborative environment.
- Ability to work well under pressure and tight deadlines.
- Organizational skills, ability to prioritize, perform with a high degree of accuracy.
- Thorough knowledge of state-of-the-art techniques, practices, procedures, test equipment and documentation used in all facets of maintenance performed on automotive, truck, first responder vehicles, and all other forms of vehicular equipment.
- Thorough knowledge to troubleshoot hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
- Thorough knowledge of NFPA 1901 standard for automotive fire apparatus and NFPA 1911 standard for the inspection, maintenance, and testing of automotive fire apparatus.
- Must be able to set the standard for professional excellence among the EVT team.
Responsibilities
- Diagnoses and repairs complex mechanical issues.
- Performs preventative maintenance work.
- Participates in ordering fleet parts.
- Prepares various types of fleet maintenance records and documentation.
- Assists in maintaining shop facilities and equipment.
- Performs other mechanical related duties.
- Provides customer support and quality assurance.
- Maintains service logs and records of fire truck apparatuses.
- Keeps tools equipment and work area clean organized and in good working condition.
- Provides 24/7 on-call fleet maintenance support for assigned shift.
- Maintains operational equipment assets.
- Lead the work effort, train and mentor subordinate EVT personnel.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
