Vehicle Technician - Emergency Services - $5,000 Sign On Bonus

City of Boca Raton•Boca Raton, FL

6d•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. Working under general supervision, employees exercise a significant degree of independent judgment in determining the method of repair following receipt of oral or written work orders. 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 (B25) or Emergency Vehicle Technician III (B30) 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
Two (2) years of experience in repairing automotive power-driven and/or fire-related equipment (for EVT I)
Three (3) years of experience in repairing automotive power-driven and/or fire-related equipment (for EVT III)
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)
Valid State of Florida Class “B” CDL driver’s license with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period or the ability to maintain within one year of employment.
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 (for EVT III)
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.
Lift articles weighing 50 pounds.
Understand and follow instructions in both oral and written form.

Nice To Haves

Candidates Hired with a Valid CDL
Candidates Hired without a CDL (if CDL is obtained within the first six (6) months of employment)
Candidates may be hired into either position based on how closely they meet the criteria.

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, 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.