Truck Equipment Technician III- Fire Annex

Salary : $24.42 - $39.07 Hourly

Location : Marietta, GA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 03962

Department : Fire Department

Opening Date : 02 / 20 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 27 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Grade Code : 109

Position Information

This position is located in Cobb County Fire Department.

Essential Functions

Leads and coordinates daily work activities of assigned co-workers : confers with supervisor to obtain direction regarding work assignments and priorities; organizes tasks in order to complete assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with co-workers; assists with complex situations and provides technical expertise; assists with training and instructing co-workers regarding operational procedures and proper use of equipment.

Performs inspections : inspects and tests all truck and heavy equipment systems, including drive train, engine operation, transmission operation, suspension, steering, brakes, electrical system, hydraulics, HVAC and emissions; completes or revises work order for repairs; obtains required parts; performs emission tests per frequency and criteria specified by state law; inspects and tests completed work; and updates required records.

Performs routine and complex repairs on trucks and heavy equipment : gathers information from equipment operator reports, fault codes and other diagnostic data; troubleshoots and diagnoses problems; identifies items needing repair; completes required repairs; and ensures operation and performance is within specified limits.

Performs preventive maintenance on trucks and heavy equipment : checks and replaces fluids; drains and replaces oil; collects and recovers Freon; changes and replaces filters; lubricates mechanical parts; installs and replaces blades; rotates, mounts and balances tires; replaces tires, belts, and hoses; checks and replaces batteries; greases equipment; flushes radiators; and performs tune-ups or other preventative maintenance activities as assigned.

Determines amount of materials required for projects : gathers equipment, parts and supplies; assists in monitoring inventory levels of parts, equipment, tools or supplies; and initiates requests for new or replacement materials.

Operates or uses various machinery, equipment, power tools, hand tools, and supplies in order to complete work assignments; and operates and maintains basic mechanics tool kit and / or vehicle-specific maintenance tool sets.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required; supplemented by vocational training and four years as an automobile technician.

Licenses and Certifications

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license; Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred and must be obtained within 12 months of hire date.

Physical Abilities

Tasks require the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and / or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).

Sensory Requirements

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors

Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, fumes, smoke, temperature and noise extremes, hazardous materials, unsafe structures, confined spaces, machinery, or electric currents.

EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Visit Cobb County's Employee Benefits page to learn more.

I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.

I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?

Educational Background : Mark the highest level of education you have completed.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Some College
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Advanced Degree
• None of the above

If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N / A if this does not apply.

How many years of experience do you have as an automobile technician? Verify any information below is also included in your "Employment History" section of your application.

Please describe in detail your experience as an automobile technician. Verify any information below is also included in your "Employment History" section of your application. Enter N / A if this does not apply.

How many years of experience do you have in the mechanical repair of vehicles? Verify any information below is also included in your "Employment History" section of your application.

Please describe in detail your experience in the mechanical repair of vehicles. Verify any information below is also included in your "Employment History" section of your application. Enter N / A if this does not apply.

Do you have previous experience performing automotive maintenance and repairs on fire and / or emergency services vehicles?

What type of driver's license do you have?

If you do not have a Commercial Driver's License, are you willing to obtain it within one year of assignment to the position?

The elements for the selection process for all non-sworn applicants could include one or more of the following elements : written examination, skills testing, oral interview, medical examination and drug screening. A background investigation will also be conducted. This investigation may include a current check on the applicant's credit, criminal and driver history. All information provided in the application will be verified. Personal or verbal contact will be made with all reference supplied by the applicant and / or other sources. The applicant will be required to provide written explanations for any issues in questions brought forth during the background investigation.

The duration of the selection process will vary by applicant due to availability for appointments and other factors. The average time period for completion of all elements of the background process is approximately three months. Reapplication by any applicant previously removed from the process will be taken on a case by case basis specific to each applicant's situation and past reason for removal. I hereby acknowledge that if I elect to continue in the application process, all elements will be subject to Cobb County Department of Public Safety's Hiring Standards.

Required Question

Salary : $24 - $39