SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS (SCBA) TECHNICIAN (SR-15) [1 vacancy]

The Honolulu Fire Department, Administrative Services Bureau, is looking for a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Technician to work at the Waipahu Maintenance Facility.  This position works under the Supervising Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Technician, and participates in the inspection, repair and maintenance of SCBA components, including but not limited to, inspection and filling of SCBA cylinders and conducting fit testing and flow testing. The position also assists in the recordkeeping functions of the SCBA and related programs, including inventory control and exchange protocol of SCBA units and components.

Special Working Conditions: May be subject to work nights, weekends, holidays, and during emergency situations.

Apply today!  If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for referral to the hiring department for further consideration for the current job opening, as well as future vacancies for this job in the department.


Applications must be submitted online by April 12, 2025, 11:59 p.m., Hawaii Standard Time (HST) to be accepted.

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At time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from high school. Responsible work experience which demonstrated the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may be substituted for education.
 
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Two years of experience that involved the following:
 
(a) maintenance, testing, and repair of valves, regulators, respiratory protection equipment, or breathing air compressors; and/or
 
(b) warehousing and inventory control of respiratory protection equipment, including breathing apparatus and oxygen cylinders, which involved the inspection and proper handling and storage of such items.

Such experience must have demonstrated knowledge of the methods, techniques, tools, and equipment used in the testing, maintenance, and repair of SCBA and related equipment; warehousing and inventory control practices; and handling and storage requirements of specialized supplies, equipment, and material.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENT:
1. Valid driver's license (Type 3/automobile), prior to appointment.

2. Possession of applicable manufacturer's certification(s) related to the proper use, maintenance, repair, and testing of SCBA and related equipment, prior to completion of probation.

Any required licenses and certificates must be obtained by the time indicated above, and maintained throughout the course of employment in the position.


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications, your application will be further evaluated.  Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education, experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position.  Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.

EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Education and Experience Evaluation......................................100%

Salary : $4,078