Requirements
The San Bernardino County Fire Department is recruiting for Fire Agency Mechanics for the Vehicle Services Division. Mechanics are responsible for the repair and maintenance of all department vehicles, fire engines, fire pumps, maintenance and construction equipment, and associated apparatus. Mechanics inspect and diagnose mechanical, electrical, and electronic difficulties, performing tune-up, overhaul, adjustment, replacement, and preventative maintenance regarding engines, transmissions, differentials, and other related components, to ensure proper and safe operation.
For more details, refer to the Fire Agency Mechanic job description.
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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Background Check: Incumbents must successfully complete a background check prior to appointment.
Work Schedule & Availability: Incumbents will typically work a Monday-Friday schedule and must participate in a rotating on-call schedule which may include nights and weekends.
Tool Allowance: Must possess own hand tools (annual tool allowance of up to $650).
Physical Requirements: Incumbents must be physically able to lift 50 pounds, stand, bend, squat, kneel, twist, turn, and stoop. Employees work outside continuously and are exposed to electricity, chemicals, heat, oil, odors, dust, gas, and noise.
Pay Differential: California Fire Mechanics certification differential ($0.95-$1.25/hour) with proof of current certification; up to $0.40/hour additional for incumbents who obtain ASE certifications (per MOU (Download PDF reader)).
Licenses:
Must possess and maintain a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance at time of appointment.
Must obtain and maintain a CA Class B driver license with tanker and air brake endorsements, within six (6) months of hire or be terminated.
Must obtain and maintain a CA State Air Conditioning certificate within 6 months of hire or be terminated.
Annual stipend of $500 for incumbents who maintain a Class A license.
Minimum Requirements
Experience: Four (4) years of journey-level paid work experience, within the last six (6) years, in heavy duty truck repair and maintenance. Experience must include performing a variety of mechanical repairs and maintenance, including transmissions, air conditioning/cooling systems, electrical systems, brake systems, hydraulic systems, fuel injection systems, pollution control devices, wheel alignment systems, and engine overhauls.
Desired Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess the OSFM Fire Mechanic I or II certification, having attended the California Fire Mechanics Academy, and possess ASE certifications for heavy trucks and equipment.
Selection Process
There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application, as well as the information provided as a response to the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
All communications regarding the selection process will be via e-mail. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mail frequently to learn additional information regarding this recruitment. Check your GovernmentJobs account for notifications. Update your firewalls to allow e-mails from San Bernardino County through governmentjobs.com. Update your Spam, Junk, and Bulk settings to ensure it will not spam/block/filter communications from e-mail addresses with the following domain "@hr.sbcounty.gov". Finally, be sure to keep your personal information updated. Taking these steps now will help ensure you receive all communications regarding this recruitment.
Application Procedure: To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by the deadline. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
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EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF reader) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans? Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans? Preference points. Click here (Download PDF reader) for information and instructions to request Veteran`s Preference points.
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