What are the responsibilities and job description for the FIRE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC position at City of Wichita Falls?
Brief Description
This is a skilled mechanical position for the Fire Equipment Maintenance shop along with equipment at the various fire stations. Responsible for planning, organizing, and participating in the maintenance, repair, and fabrication of fire equipment and apparatus including station equipment, automobiles, fire engines, trucks, ladders and pumps. Responsible for assisting in the development of equipment specifications, acceptance testing and recommendations of retirement of equipment. Maintenance reports are maintained for accuracy.
Licensing Requirements
Must possess a valid Driver's License.
Must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License Class "B" with an "N" endorsement within six months of hire date.
Must be Emergency Vehicle Technician certified and meet NFPA standards within six months of hire date.
Driver's License Required - Y Type - B Endorsements - N
Other Requirements
Must carry a pager and/or cell phone 24/7 for emergency repairs.
Essential Functions
Note: This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The list of essential functions below does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position. Additionally, please be aware of the legend below when referring to the physical demands of each essential function.
(S) Sedentary (L) Light (M) Medium (H) Heavy (V) Very Heavy
Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time. Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally; 10 lbs. frequently; or negligible amounts constantly; OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree. Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10 lbs. constantly. Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly. Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally; 50-100 lbs. frequently; or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly.
Code Essential Functions
1 L Regular and reliable attendance in compliance with given schedules is a mandatory requirement of this position. Schedules may be subject to change with or without advance notice
2 V Oversees the repair and maintenance of equipment and apparatus. Personally repairs the overhaul and maintenance of all engines, pumps, and other automotive and mechanical Fire Department Equipment and tools. Repairs electrical and hydraulic components of equipment; repairs and couples fire houses; personally makes more difficult repairs to apparatus and equipment. Designs and fabricates special equipment for fire apparatus or fire station buildings and facilities. Instructs firefighters in the proper care and use of equipment. Instructs mechanics and helpers in proper repairs methods and procedures.
3 H Maintains various records and annual service program. Develops and oversees the implementation of an annual servicing program for all fire apparatus equipment. Conducts and supervises tests to determine the operating efficiency of various pieces of equipment. Participates in the maintenance of various records pertaining to time and mileage, use of equipment, lubrication needs, replacement of tires, parts, and repairs on all equipment. Orders supplies and replacement parts and maintains inventory records.
4 M Bid Specifications: Assist in the preparation of bid specifications for fire apparatus and equipment; inspects trucks and plants during assembly to ensure conformance with specifications; and conducts acceptance testing of equipment upon delivery.
5 S Maintains Emergency Vehicle Technician Certification, takes continuing education training, attends annual conferences and classes to keep current with requirements and maintain certifications. Takes required test to obtain and maintain Level I up to Master Level for Emergency Vehicle Technician Certifications.
Job Requirements
Experience Over one year and up to and including two years.
PRIMARY WORK LOCATION: Shop/Garage, Outdoors, Vehicle
Position : 4272002
Code : 4272-2
Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Location : CENTRAL SERVICES
Grade : NE 111
Job Family : 49-3023.00 AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE
Job Class : FIRE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
Posting Start : 12/19/2023
Posting End : 12/31/9999
HOURLY RATE RANGE: $21.81-$27.27
This is a skilled mechanical position for the Fire Equipment Maintenance shop along with equipment at the various fire stations. Responsible for planning, organizing, and participating in the maintenance, repair, and fabrication of fire equipment and apparatus including station equipment, automobiles, fire engines, trucks, ladders and pumps. Responsible for assisting in the development of equipment specifications, acceptance testing and recommendations of retirement of equipment. Maintenance reports are maintained for accuracy.
Licensing Requirements
Must possess a valid Driver's License.
Must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License Class "B" with an "N" endorsement within six months of hire date.
Must be Emergency Vehicle Technician certified and meet NFPA standards within six months of hire date.
Driver's License Required - Y Type - B Endorsements - N
Other Requirements
Must carry a pager and/or cell phone 24/7 for emergency repairs.
Essential Functions
Note: This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The list of essential functions below does not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent in this position. Additionally, please be aware of the legend below when referring to the physical demands of each essential function.
(S) Sedentary (L) Light (M) Medium (H) Heavy (V) Very Heavy
Exerting up to 10 lbs. occasionally or negligible weights frequently; sitting most of the time. Exerting up to 20 lbs. occasionally; 10 lbs. frequently; or negligible amounts constantly; OR requires walking or standing to a significant degree. Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10 lbs. constantly. Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly. Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally; 50-100 lbs. frequently; or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly.
Code Essential Functions
1 L Regular and reliable attendance in compliance with given schedules is a mandatory requirement of this position. Schedules may be subject to change with or without advance notice
2 V Oversees the repair and maintenance of equipment and apparatus. Personally repairs the overhaul and maintenance of all engines, pumps, and other automotive and mechanical Fire Department Equipment and tools. Repairs electrical and hydraulic components of equipment; repairs and couples fire houses; personally makes more difficult repairs to apparatus and equipment. Designs and fabricates special equipment for fire apparatus or fire station buildings and facilities. Instructs firefighters in the proper care and use of equipment. Instructs mechanics and helpers in proper repairs methods and procedures.
3 H Maintains various records and annual service program. Develops and oversees the implementation of an annual servicing program for all fire apparatus equipment. Conducts and supervises tests to determine the operating efficiency of various pieces of equipment. Participates in the maintenance of various records pertaining to time and mileage, use of equipment, lubrication needs, replacement of tires, parts, and repairs on all equipment. Orders supplies and replacement parts and maintains inventory records.
4 M Bid Specifications: Assist in the preparation of bid specifications for fire apparatus and equipment; inspects trucks and plants during assembly to ensure conformance with specifications; and conducts acceptance testing of equipment upon delivery.
5 S Maintains Emergency Vehicle Technician Certification, takes continuing education training, attends annual conferences and classes to keep current with requirements and maintain certifications. Takes required test to obtain and maintain Level I up to Master Level for Emergency Vehicle Technician Certifications.
Job Requirements
- Description of Minimum Job Requirements-
Experience Over one year and up to and including two years.
PRIMARY WORK LOCATION: Shop/Garage, Outdoors, Vehicle
Position : 4272002
Code : 4272-2
Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Location : CENTRAL SERVICES
Grade : NE 111
Job Family : 49-3023.00 AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE
Job Class : FIRE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
Posting Start : 12/19/2023
Posting End : 12/31/9999
HOURLY RATE RANGE: $21.81-$27.27
Salary : $22 - $27
