Job Specification
MECHANIC FIRE APPARATUS
DEFINITION
Under direction, performs a variety of skilled mechanical tasks
involved in installation, maintenance, and repair of varied types
of fire apparatus and equipment both diesel and gasoline operated;
does other related work.
NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes
only. A particular position using this title may not perform all
duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties
performed on the job may not be listed.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Maintains fire department vehicles by lubricating, changing oil and
oil filters, recharging batteries, performing tune-ups, and other minor
repairs.
Performs mechanical repairs to fire apparatus, fire pumps, hydraulic
controls, and/or other machinery and equipment both diesel and
gasoline operated.
Makes final adjustments and minor repairs including setting governors,
checking ignition, adjusting brakes, checking wheel alignments, and
setting timing, adjusting valves and spark plugs, and testing the
differential and transmission to ensure proper adjustments and sufficient
lubricant.
Checks and makes minor repairs to air packs and tanks, hand lights,
fire extinguishers, and hand radios.
Checks and maintains in operating condition portable generators and
pumps by changing oil, repacking pumps, refueling, and making minor
repairs.
Provides recommendations for major vehicle repairs.
Checks and makes minor repairs to municipal emergency generators
by recharging batteries, changing oil and oil filters, and other minor
repairs.
Conducts road tests and other tests after the work has been completed
to ensure proper performance of the vehicles and other apparatus.
Maintains equipment, materials, and supplies.
When not engaged in the performance of mechanical tasks, may
perform a variety of custodial and maintenance duties to keep the
fire house clean and in order.
Maintains essential records and files.
Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or
manual recording information systems used by the agency, office
or related unit.
REQUIREMENTS:
TRAINING
Successful completion of one (1) year of training in automotive
technology at an accredited community college or vocational school.
EXPERIENCE:
Two (2) years of experience in the maintenance and repair of diesel
engines and hydraulic systems.
NOTE: Applicants who do not possess the required year of
formal training may substitute one (1) additional year of experience
as outlined above.
NOTE: An Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification
in one of the following specialties from the National Institute for
Automotive Service Excellence may be substituted for the formal
training: A-1 Engine Repair, A-6 Electrical/Electronic Systems,
A-8 Engine Performance.
LICENSE:
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in
New Jersey.
Appointees may also be required to possess a valid Commercial
Driver's License (CDL) and applicable endorsements for the class
and type of vehicle being operated.
NOTE: The responsibility for ensuring that employees possess
the required motor vehicle license, commensurate with the class and
type of vehicles they operate, rests with the Appointing Authority.
In accordance with Federal regulation 82:40, appointees responsible
for the repair or servicing of motor vehicle air conditioners are required
to possess and maintain a valid certification as an Air Conditioning and
Refrigeration Technician, commensurate with the type of equipment
serviced, issued by the Federal Environmental Protection Agency.
In accordance with N.J.A.C. 13:20-46.8, appointees responsible for
performing the emissions inspections on diesel-powered vehicles
will be required to successfully complete a course of Instruction on
Diesel Emission Inspection provided through the Appointing Authority.
Appointees may be required to successfully complete re-training.
In accordance with the New Jersey Occupational Safety and Health
Administration regulation 29 CFR 1910.178(l) (1), appointees responsible
for the operation of industrial trucks (powered forklifts) will be required to
obtain and maintain a current certification as a Powered Industrial Truck
Operator issued by the New Jersey Occupational Safety and Health
Administration. Appointees may be required to successfully complete
re-training.
In accordance with N.J.A.C 13:20-45.16, appointees responsible for
performing emissions repairs to gasoline-fueled vehicles will be required
to successfully complete the Emissions Technical Educational Program,
and maintain a current certification as an Emissions Repairer Technician.
In accordance with N.J.A.C. 13:20-43.17, appointees responsible for
performing inspections to motor vehicles will be required to successfully
complete the training and maintain a current certification as a Motor
Vehicle Inspector.
Appointees responsible for repairing or servicing motor vehicles equipped
for alternate fuel will be required to successfully complete training and
obtain an Alternate Fuel Certification. Appointees who possess an ASE
Certification in Alternate Fuel are considered to have met this requirement.
Appointees responsible for repair and servicing of suspension/steering
systems are required to possess and maintain an Automobile Service
Excellence (ASE) Certification in Suspension and Steering.
Appointees responsible for repair and servicing of brakes are required
to possess and maintain a valid Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)
Certification in Brake Repairs.
Appointees may also be required to obtain ASE certifications in Engine
Repair A-1 and Engine Performance A-8.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of the various types of diesel and gasoline motors and their
operation.
Knowledge of the standard tools, materials, methods, and practices.
Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions involved
in performing general mechanical repair and maintenance work to fire
vehicles and other apparatus.
Ability to diagnose reasons for motor, hydraulic control, and fire pump
failure and determine the steps necessary to correct the conditions.
Ability to analyze mechanical problems, organize assigned work, and
develops effective work procedures.
Ability to perform mechanical repairs to fire apparatus, fire pumps,
hydraulic controls, and other machinery and equipment both diesel
and gasoline operated.
Ability to take safety precautions in performing the work.
Ability to obtain, store, safeguard, distribute, and properly use equipment,
materials, and supplies.
Ability to maintain records.
Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual
recording information systems used by the agency, office or related
units.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English
sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign
Language or braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of
communication.
Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long
as they can perform essential functions of the job with or without
reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be
made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such
persons may not be eligible.
This job specification is applicable to the following title code: | | Job
Spec
Code | Variant | State,
Local or
Common | Class of
Service | Work
Week | State
Class
Code | Local
Class
Code | Salary
Range | Note | | 02441 | | L | C | | N/A | 15 | | - |
This job specification is for local government use only.
Salary range is only applicable to state government.
Local salaries are established by individual local jurisdictions.
7/05/2018 |
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