Emergency Vehicle Technician - Aberdeen, MD

Emergency Vehicle Technician Supervisor in Aberdeen, MD

Seeking an Emergency Vehicle Technician Supervisor. This individual will be responsible for performing a variety of skilled tasks involving minor and major mechanical service and repair of Fire Trucks, Fire Apparatus, Aerial Equipment, Fire Rescue Vehicles and Miscellaneous Fire Equipment.

Responsibilities

Applicant must be a certified EVT level II with current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and EVT certifications for the following areas:

ASE:

• T2 Truck, Diesel Engines
• T3 Truck, Drive Train
• T4 Truck, Brakes
• T5 Truck, Suspension and Steering
• T6 Truck, Electrical Systems

EVT:

• F1 Maintenance, Inspection, and Testing of Fire Apparatus
• F2 Design & Performance Standards of Fire Apparatus
• F3 Fire Pumps and Accessories
• F4 Fire Apparatus Electrical Systems

Essential functions will include:

• Have knowledge of NFPA 1071 and 1911.
• Demonstrate Technical knowledge required for a certified EVT Technician.
• Technical recommendations to mechanics performing maintenance task on Fire Apparatuses.
• Verify and approve all repairs completed on emergency vehicles.
• Ability to document and maintain historical records of repairs made on Emergency Vehicle Fire Apparatuses.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• ASE & EVT level II certifications as described above with a high school diploma or equivalent is required in addition A minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing inspection, testing, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of fire suppression systems and other related fire/life safety (FLS) equipment.

• Must possess a valid State issued Class B CDL and be able to obtain/maintain a forklift license.
• A Department of Transportation (DOT) regulated pre-employment medical examination and drug screening are required.
• Must be able to, understand, and follow technical manuals to ensure proper diagnosis and repair.
• Knowledge in maintenance of military vehicles and equipment preferred.
• Basic to intermediate level skills in Microsoft Office software suite.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.

Physical Demands:

• Bend, Squat, Stoop, Crouch, Lean, Sit, and Balance.
• Work with power/automated hand tools.
• Lift/carry/push/slide up to 50 pounds.
• Stand for long periods of time
• Repeat the same movements.
• Work in automotive repair shop around moving objects, vehicles, machinery with moving parts, and confined spaces.
• Exposure to adverse excessive noise, weather conditions, exhaust fumes, gasoline, diesel fuel, and other vehicle fluids/lubricants.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Public Trust level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Public Trust clearance for this position.