Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Technician

Travis County ESD No. 2•Pflugerville, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Travis County Emergency Services District Number 2, operating as "Because We Care," provides fire protection and emergency medical services to over 130,000 residents across nearly 100 square miles. This full-time, non-exempt position, under the general direction of the Director of Logistics, is responsible for the comprehensive management of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and uniforms. This includes planning, organizing, purchasing, maintaining, repairing, and issuing new and reserve gear, as well as uniforms. The role also involves inspecting gear and potentially training other employees on these tasks. The position is based in Pflugerville, Texas.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Must possess a valid Texas Class "C" Driver License.
Must obtain an appropriate Class "B" Driver License within one hundred twenty (120) days of employment with the District.
Experience in warehousing, inventory control, customer service, maintenance and repair of equipment and small tools involving a high level of technology and expertise.
Knowledge of the testing, maintenance, and repair of District-issued PPE.
Knowledge of record management systems.
Knowledge of cost estimate review, vendor bid process preparation and review, and vendor warranties.
Skilled in oral and written communication.
Ability to inspect and troubleshoot District-issued PPE.
Ability to maintain comprehensive repair and service records.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with District employees, public officials, public, vendors, suppliers, and staff members of other agencies.
Ability to compile and prepare on-going and ad hoc equipment statistical data, records, and reports using District software.
Ability to operate large motor vehicles for transportation purposes.
Ability to resolve problems/concerns and attend to details and time limits.

Nice To Haves

None

Responsibilities

Performs and/or coordinates an annual advanced inspection of all District-issued PPE, including bunker coats, bunker pants, structural helmets, hoods, gloves, boots, and all wildland and swift water gear.
Evaluates, coordinates, and executes repair of all District-issued PPE including bunker coats, bunker pants, structural helmets, hoods, gloves, boots, and all wildland gear.
Coordinates and executes reserve gear issuance while member's gear is being repaired, advanced cleaned, or requires a special incident procedure.
Documents and records inspections, advanced cleanings, repairs, replacements, retirement, contaminated, or special incident procedures for each member issued PPE including bunker coats, bunker pants, structural helmets, hoods, gloves, boots, and all wildland gear in the District's Records Management System (RMS).
Ensures laundry facility equipment is operational in accordance with approved project SOPs.
Inspects repair work completed by vendors.
Maintains records of equipment inspections and repairs per legal requirements, established standards, and regulations.
Documents and records equipment, maintenance, and testing information in the District's RMS.
Maintains inventory of unassigned PPE, ensuring minimum stock of critical items for replacement to ensure no lapse in operational capability.
Plans and executes purchases within the PPE budget, under supervision of the program manager or appointed officer.
Performs and/or coordinates the issuance of PPE and training on the function and care thereof to new or returning personnel.
Maintains continuing education for self and personnel on the current standards of use and care as set by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and/or Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP).
Performs other duties as assigned.