Fire Equipment Technician

City of San Jose•San Jose, CA

7d•$85,696 - $104,229•Onsite

About The Position

The San José Fire Department is seeking to fill one (1) full-time Fire Equipment Technician position in the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and Training. The Fire Equipment Technician will primarily support the EMS Division by inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and managing EMS equipment, medical supply systems, inventory, logistics, and equipment-readiness programs that ensure field personnel have the equipment and supplies necessary to deliver high-quality emergency medical care. The position may also support equipment management and logistics needs throughout the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and Training.

Requirements

Any combination of training and experience equivalent to completion of high school
Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in warehousing, inventory control, maintenance, and repair of equipment
Two (2) years of experience in the maintenance and repair of equipment and small tools involving a high level of technology and expertise.
Possession of a valid State of California Driver's License.
Heavy work, including exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of or experience in inspection, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of technical, medical, electronic, or mechanical equipment.
Knowledge of or experience in the use and care of common equipment-repair tools and adherence to repair-shop safety standards and precautions.
Knowledge of or experience in Emergency Medical Services equipment, medical supplies, or healthcare and public-safety logistics.
Knowledge of or experience in Automated External Defibrillators and Public Access Defibrillator programs.
Knowledge of or experience in inventory control, warehousing, materials management, and supply distribution.
Knowledge of or experience in inventory forecasting, stock-level management, expiration tracking, and waste reduction.
Knowledge of or experience in inventory-management software, equipment-tracking systems, databases, and electronic recordkeeping.
Knowledge of or experience in medical supply vending machines or other automated inventory-distribution systems.
Knowledge of or experience in preventive maintenance scheduling, equipment-readiness programs, and lifecycle replacement planning.
Knowledge of or experience in purchasing, requisitions, purchase orders, invoices, and vendor contract administration.
Knowledge of or experience in coordination with equipment manufacturers, suppliers, and authorized service providers.
Knowledge of or experience in equipment research, product evaluation, compatibility assessment, standardization, and replacement planning.
Knowledge of or experience in applicable safety, regulatory, manufacturer, maintenance, and record keeping requirements.
Knowledge of or experience in development and implementation of equipment, inventory, and materials-management procedures.
Knowledge of or experience in providing instruction or technical guidance related to equipment inspection, readiness, documentation, care, and maintenance.
Current Emergency Medical Technician certification and/or experience supporting Emergency Medical Services, healthcare, fire service, or other public-safety operations is highly desirable.
Bilingual or multilingual communication skills are highly desirable.
Proficiency in Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, Tagalog, or other languages commonly spoken within the San José community is preferred.

Responsibilities

Inspect, test, troubleshoot, maintain, and perform authorized minor repairs on EMS equipment and associated components in accordance with manufacturer specifications, Department procedures, and applicable regulatory and safety requirements.
Evaluate equipment readiness and determine whether equipment may be returned to service, requires repair by an authorized service provider, or should be replaced or retired.
Coordinate the annual inspection, testing, tracking, preventive maintenance, certification, and repair of Advanced Life Support equipment and other EMS equipment.
Establish and maintain preventive maintenance schedules and accurate equipment inspection, maintenance, repair, certification, and service records.
Coordinate service, repair, warranty, and replacement needs with equipment manufacturers, suppliers, and authorized service vendors.
Manage and maintain inventory levels of EMS medical supplies, equipment, parts, and materials.
Monitor inventory levels and forecast supply and equipment needs to ensure adequate stock is available to support emergency medical operations.
Coordinate the requisition, receiving, storage, distribution, and replenishment of EMS supplies and equipment.
Manage the EMS medical supply vending machine system, including stocking non-controlled medications and medical supplies, monitoring inventory levels, reviewing utilization, and coordinating replenishment.
Maintain accurate and current records of inventory, equipment, parts, supply transactions, inspections, maintenance, and distribution.
Manage and support the Citywide Public Access Defibrillator Program, including AED inventory, site inspections, equipment readiness, maintenance tracking, recordkeeping, and coordination with City departments and program sites.
Provide or coordinate site-level PAD Program training, as appropriate or needed, including AED inspection procedures, equipment readiness checks, documentation requirements, and program responsibilities.
Perform routine AED readiness inspections and authorized maintenance and coordinate repairs or replacement when equipment does not meet established readiness standards.
Assist with the administration of vendor contracts, purchase orders, purchasing cards, invoices, and other procurement activities related to EMS equipment and supplies.
Develop and maintain effective working relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, service providers, and other City departments.
Research and recommend EMS equipment, supplies, replacement products, and vendors based on operational needs, product performance, compatibility, maintenance requirements, and cost.
Develop and implement inventory and equipment-management procedures that improve efficiency, maintain operational readiness, and reduce equipment downtime, loss, expiration, and waste.
Ensure equipment and supply management activities comply with applicable regulatory, safety, manufacturer, and Department requirements.
Support Community Paramedicine equipment, supply, inventory, maintenance, and logistics needs.
Provide equipment information, status updates, and technical assistance to Department personnel.
Identify and recommend process improvements related to equipment inspection and maintenance, inventory control, equipment readiness, supply distribution, and materials management.
Maintain clean, safe, and organized equipment storage, maintenance, and work areas.
Support equipment inspection, maintenance, inventory, and logistics needs within the Training Division and elsewhere within the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and Training, as assigned.
Perform other duties of a similar nature or level as assigned.