| Position Title: | Fire Fleet Technician I/II |
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| Date Posted: | April 25, 2023 |
| Job Location: | Tempe, Arizona |
| Company Name: | City of Tempe |
| Contact: | Terry Frodge 20 E 6th Street Tempe, AZ 85281 Em: terry_frodge@tempe.gov |
| Website: | https://www.tempe.gov/government/human-resources/careers |
| Position Description: | FIRE FLEET TECHNICIAN I/II+ This recruitment is open until the position is filled. First review of applications will occur on May 4, 2023. Salary Range: Level I: $22.49 - $30.03 Hourly Level II: $24.65 - $33.04 Hourly 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: • Pay Increases occur in July • 12 Paid Holidays, 1 Personal Day, 8 hours Winter Holiday Leave • Vacation Accrual; starts at 9.33 hours/month • Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month • Uniform Credit, Jeans and Safety Boot Allowance • Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits • Wellness Program Discount on health premiums22.49 • Medical Reimbursement Program; $53/month • Tuition Reimbursement; $6,000/year • Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12.17% 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: Tempe Fire, Medical, Rescue / Fire Fleet Services Job Type: Full-Time Regular This position is classified as safety sensitive. Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.; including occasional on call for afterhours response on nights, weekends and holidays as scheduled. Job Number: RC#901818 DESCRIPTION: This position is responsible for the servicing, maintenance and repair of Tempe Fire Medical Rescue Department fire engines, ladders, ambulances, and other emergency response vehicles. Duties include, but are not limited to the following: diagnosing, inspecting, preventative maintenance and repair of emergency response apparatus utilized by the Tempe Fire Medical Rescue Department in the protection of life and property. 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: Level I: • Possession of a valid driver’s license. • Possession of, or required to obtain within ninety (90) days of hire, a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL). • Possession of, or required to obtain within two (2) years of hire, an Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Level I Fire Apparatus Technician certification. • Possession of, or required to obtain within two (2) years of hire, an Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Level I Fire Ambulance Technician certification. Level II: • Possession of a valid driver’s license. • Possession of the Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Level I certifications for Fire Apparatus Technician and Fire Ambulance Technician. • Possession of, or required to obtain, within ninety (90) days of hire, a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL). • Possession of, or required to obtain within two (2) years of hire, an Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Level II Fire Apparatus Technician certification. • Possession of, or required to obtain with in two (2) years of hire, an Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Level II certification for Fire Ambulance Technician. Both levels: 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. |
