Fire Mechanic en Cosumnes Community Services District, CA

About the Department

The Cosumnes Fire Department is seeking qualified professionals to fill current and future vacancies in the position of Fire Mechanic.

Position Duties

Note: The following duties are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of a specific statement on duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all the duties listed. Employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level as required. 
 

• Performs complete maintenance, repair and testing of gasoline and diesel-powered engines, hydraulic systems, components unique to fire fighting apparatus, other components on fire equipment and other types of heavy equipment;
• Checks completed work and keeps accurate records of repairs and service work completed and parts used;
• Performs repairs and fabrication work using acetylene and arc welding tools;
• Keeps tools, shop equipment, and facilities in an orderly and safe condition;
• Instructs fire suppression personnel in the proper techniques for starting, operating, securing and maintaining fire equipment;
• Maintains proficiency in shop procedures, new and advanced methods of vehicle maintenance and repair; new state and National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) automotive, heavy truck, and fire apparatus standards;
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers and other District employees using principles of good customer service;
• Maintains knowledge required to carry out essential duties and responsibilities including knowledge of changing technologies and equipment;
• Completes other mechanical, fabrication, maintenance, and repair work on a variety of Fire Department equipment such as, but not limited to, self contained breathing apparatus, radios, tools and equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities may be considered qualifying at the sole discretion of the District. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:
 
Education and Training: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• Four (4) years responsible experience as a full-time mechanic with another fire department;

• Four (4) years of full-time experience that demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities prescribed for the class of Fire Mechanic.
   

• Possession of or the ability to obtain a valid California Class B drivers license within six (6) months of appointment and maintain it in good standing throughout employment.

• Methods, materials, tools and equipment of the trade and their use in the maintenance and repair of heavy and other mechanical equipment;
• Theory, care, and methods used in maintaining, overhauling, and repairing a wide variety of gasoline and diesel-powered fire apparatus, internal combustion engines, and related components;
• Installation and maintenance of radios, mobile data computers (MDCs), and other communication systems;
• Emergency and warning lighting system installation and maintenance;
• Mechanical components and their operation, use and limitations related to fire apparatus, heavy equipment, vehicles, and other motorized equipment used in District operations;
• Principles, methods and practices pertaining to the operation of an equipment maintenance and repair shop and a program of preventive maintenance;
• Computer aided diagnostic programs, spreadsheets and word processing in programs such as Microsoft, Outlook, Word, and Excel;
• Basic operation of automated office machines including calculator, computer, keyboard, printers and other peripherals, copier, and fax machine.

• Diagnose trouble in motorized vehicles and equipment and determine the extent of repairs needed;
• Plan, layout, perform and inspect mechanical repair work;
• Instruct and train fire suppression personnel and peers in the operation and repair of equipment providing clear instruction and guidance;
• Comprehend and prepare comprehensive and accurate reports, records and forms using a prescribed format and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction and style;
• Effectively and tactfully communicate both orally and in writing with vendors, District personnel and the public.
• Mobility: frequent use of keyboard; occasional sitting at desk or in meetings; frequent reaching and twisting to reach equipment surrounding work space; occasional walking, standing, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, crawling, twisting and climbing ladders while performing maintenance and repair work; frequent pushing, pulling or lifting up to sixty (60) pounds;
• Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent computer use; occasional color and depth vision; frequent reading of blueprints, specifications, fine print and visual display terminals (VDT's);
• Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding and reaching; frequent handling of electrical wiring and mechanical parts; frequent operation of office equipment hand tools, and power tools required to troubleshoot and repair heavy and specialized fire equipment and peripherals;
• Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and talking in person, on the radio and phone, over vehicle and shop noise; ability to hear well enough to identify mechanical noise;
• Emotional/Psychological: frequent decision making and concentration, frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasionally works alone;
• Driving: ability to use fine and gross motor coordination for driving;
• Exposures: frequent exposure to loud noise, vibration, machinery, moving objects or vehicles, dust, dirt, oils, lubricants, solvents and assorted cleaning fluids or chemicals, fumes, and other environmental substances. 

Other Qualifications

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