Quartermaster Assistant - Special Ops Equipment Specialist

Cy-Fair Fire Department•Houston, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cy-Fair Fire Department is seeking a skilled and dependable Suppression Special Operations Equipment Specialist to perform technical-level maintenance, inspection, testing, and repair of suppression-related equipment that supports emergency response operations. This position plays a vital role in ensuring suppression equipment remains safe, service-ready, compliant, and operational for Department personnel. The Suppression Special Operations Equipment Specialist performs specialized work involving SCBA, fire hose, ground ladders, nozzles, hazardous materials monitoring equipment, rescue tools, PPE components, and related suppression equipment. This position supports operational readiness, annual testing programs, service desk requests, equipment distribution, warehouse operations, asset lifecycle tracking, and compliance with applicable NFPA, OSHA, TCFP, manufacturer, and Department standards.

Requirements

Minimum 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED.
Minimum two (2) years of experience in fire service logistics, mechanical repair, warehouse operations, or a related technical field.
Minimum one (1) year of hands-on experience with fire department suppression equipment, including PPE, SCBA, hose, ladders, rescue tools, or related equipment.
Experience using hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, inventory management software, and basic documentation or recordkeeping processes.
Valid Class C Texas driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Current American Heart Association CPR certification or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
SCBA Technician I certification.
Scott Tech 2 certification or the ability to obtain within 12 months of hire.
Sensit and/or MultiRae gas monitor training.
NIMS ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700, and ICS-800, or the ability to complete within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of SCBA function, components, respiratory protection requirements, and applicable NFPA and manufacturer standards.
Knowledge of fire hose, ground ladders, nozzles, rescue tools, gas detection devices, and related suppression equipment maintenance practices.
Understanding of asset lifecycle tracking, par-level management, FIFO inventory practices, service desk workflows, and equipment documentation requirements.
Skill in using hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, calibration devices, barcoding equipment, and basic mechanical repair practices.
Ability to troubleshoot operational issues with SCBA, rescue tools, hazardous materials monitors, and other suppression equipment.
Ability to interpret manufacturer manuals, NFPA standards, technical schematics, pressure indicators, gauges, calibration screens, and equipment markings.
Ability to perform hose and ladder testing safely and accurately while maintaining organized inspection and maintenance records.
Strong organizational, documentation, customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently on technical tasks with minimal supervision while supporting Operations personnel and field readiness needs.
Commitment to workplace safety, operational readiness, equipment accountability, and compliance with applicable standards and Department policies.

Responsibilities

Perform routine inspection, cleaning, testing, and basic-to-intermediate repairs of SCBA units in accordance with NFPA 1852 and manufacturer guidelines.
Conduct annual hose and ladder testing in accordance with applicable NFPA standards and inspect nozzles for function, flow, pattern, and safe operation.
Perform maintenance, inspections, battery rotations, and minor repairs on hydraulic, electric, and pneumatic rescue tools.
Conduct calibration, bump testing, cleaning, and minor repair for hazardous materials monitoring equipment, including Sensit, MultiRae, and similar gas detection devices.
Ensure reserve suppression units and apparatus equipment complements are fully stocked, compliant, and operational.
Record inspections, maintenance, testing, repairs, serial numbers, asset movements, and service history in the Department’s inventory management system.
Respond to and complete service desk tickets related to suppression equipment failures, replacements, repairs, and readiness concerns.
Receive, assemble, label, store, and distribute suppression equipment, PPE components, tools, and related supplies according to operational needs.
Organize and maintain specialized equipment storage areas, ensuring proper labeling, par-level management, first-in, first-out inventory rotation, and safety compliance.
Support the Lead TCFP Equipment Procurement & Control Specialist with equipment rollouts, new product evaluations, major projects, annual testing programs, and capital equipment initiatives.
Assist with commissioning suppression equipment for new apparatus and decommissioning equipment when units are retired, reassigned, or removed from service.
Provide equipment demonstrations and basic training support to personnel on proper use, care, and readiness of suppression tools and equipment.
Operate Department vehicles, forklifts, pallet jacks, dollies, warehouse equipment, hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and inventory scanning devices safely.
Follow OSHA, NFPA, manufacturer, TCFP, and Department safety procedures for handling suppression equipment, compressed air cylinders, contaminated items, and hazardous materials residue.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Lead TCFP Equipment Procurement & Control Specialist or Quartermaster.

Benefits

40-hour work week, Monday–Friday
80 Hours Vacation /80 Hours Sick / 80 Hours Holiday
Vacation accrual increases based on years of service.
TCDRS: 7% employee contribution, 14% employer contribution
457B: Voluntary retirement account, Department contribution matches up to 3%
Medical Currently through Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO HSA $5,000: Department covers 100% of the employee premium
Department pays 90% of the family premium
Quarterly HSA contributions
Dental and Vision Currently through Guardian
Department pays 90% of employee premium
Department pays 70% of family premium
Short- and Long-Term Disability Currently through Guardian
Department pays 100% of premium.
Life Insurance - $50,000 policy
Department pays 100% of premium.
Supplemental Insurance: Available through Aflac
Additional Life insurance is available for purchase by the employee.