Fire Fleet Technician I/II - Tempe Arizona

FIRE FLEET TECHNICIAN I/II+

This recruitment is open until the position is filled or a sufficient number of applications have been reviewed to establish a qualified candidate pool.  

First review of applications will occur on October 24, 2024.

Hourly Salary Range:

Level I: $27.28 to $36.29

Level II: $30.01 to $39.92

This position is part of a flexible classification.  Qualified candidates may be hired at either level based on their experience, education and training as determined by the hiring authority.

The City of Tempe offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 13 Paid Holidays, 1 Personal Day, up to 8 hours Winter Holiday Leave
• Vacation Accrual; starts at 9.33 hours/month. Higher monthly vacation accrual rates may be available with prior ASRS service.
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
• Uniform Credit, Jeans and Safety Boot Allowance
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Wellness Program Discount on health premiums
• Medical Reimbursement Program; $56/month
• Tuition Reimbursement; $6,500/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.27% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457, 401K, and Employer contribution

To view the employee benefit summary, please visit:

Employee Benefit Summary

Department / Division:     

Fire Medical Rescue / Support Services

Job Type:

Full-Time Regular

This position is classified as safety sensitive.

Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Job Number: 

RC#902190

DESCRIPTION

The purpose of this position is to assist with the preventative maintenance and repair of the Fire Medical Rescue Department’s emergency response fleet.

Duties include but are not limited to the following:
Preventative maintenance and repair of apparatus and equipment used in medical and emergency response. This includes fluid checks and replacement, replacement of batteries and filters, removal and replacement of belts, hoses, bulbs; lubricates and grease equipment; checks tire pressures and completes minor tire repairs and replacement. Inspects and maintains drive axles/trans axle differentials; removes, repairs and/or replaces automatic and manual transmissions; diagnosis and repairs air conditioning, hydraulic and electrical systems, and other complex automotive and heavy vehicle equipment systems in accordance with current manufacturers specifications.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Work Experience:

Level I:

Requires two (2) years of automotive mechanic experience, preferably in heavy or diesel fire equipment.

Level II:

Requires two (2) years of heavy-duty mechanic experience, preferably with Fire vehicles.

Candidates must have the minimum amount of work experience. Years of experience are based upon a full-time work schedule (2,080 hours per year).  The sum of an applicant’s full-time and/or part-time qualifying work experience must meet or exceed the stated minimum qualification. Education will not substitute for the required work experience; however, related unpaid and/or volunteer work experience may be used as qualifying work experience. 

Education:

Both Levels:

Requires high school diploma, GED or equivalency supplemented by special training in automotive mechanic and diesel equipment, or degree related to the core functions of this position.

The term “equivalent” means that directly related work experience exceeding the required work experience will substitute in equal time increments for college-level education, for example: one year of additional directly related work experience will substitute for one year of college education (30 credit hours).

Certifications, Licenses, and/or Registrations:

Both Levels:

• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

• Possession of, or required to obtain within six (6) months of hire date, a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

Level I:

• Possession of, or required to obtain within two (2) years of hire date, an Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Level I Fire Apparatus Technician certification.

• Possession of, or required to obtain within two (2) years of hire date, an Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Level I Fire Ambulance Technician certification.

Level II:

• Possession of, or required to obtain within two (2) years of hire date, an Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Level II Fire Apparatus Technician certification.

• Possession of, or required to obtain within two (2) years of hire date, an Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Level II certification for Fire Ambulance Technician. 

• Possession of the Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Level I certifications for Fire Apparatus Technician and Fire Ambulance Technician.

Additional:

Both levels require possession of a complete set of mechanic hand tools at time of hire.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Applicants considered for this job classification must pass the following: 

• Criminal history background investigation
• Post offer/pre-employment drug screen. Employees in safety-sensitive job classifications are prohibited from all marijuana usage whether medical or recreational
• Post offer/pre-employment physical

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

For a complete list of City of Tempe job descriptions go to:

Job Descriptions | City of Tempe, AZ

This position is FLSA Non- Exempt which means employees are eligible for overtime compensation and/or compensatory time.

Employees in this position are represented by the United Arizona Employees Association (UAEA).

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:  The City of Tempe is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation employer.  The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, familial status, age, disability, and United States military veteran status.  Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make a reasonable accommodation(s) during the recruitment & selection process.  Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 480-350-8276.  Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.