SALARY: $4,964 – $6,033/month

FILING DEADLINE: September 9, 2024

 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Come and join the City of Fresno in achieving our mission of Building a Better Fresno!

Are you ready to step into a crucial role where your mechanical skills help keep our community safe? As a Fire Equipment Mechanic I with the City of Fresno, you'll be at the heart of maintaining and repairing the heavy-duty fire equipment that ensures our brave firefighters are always prepared. Dive into a dynamic environment where your talents will directly impact the efficiency of fire-fighting apparatus, from engines and trucks to air compressors and SCBA cylinders. This entry-level position offers a unique blend of hands-on experience and specialized training, paving the way for your growth into a seasoned mechanic. If you’re passionate about mechanics, eager to learn, and ready to support a mission-driven team, apply now and ignite your career with us!

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

- Maintain and repair Fire Department equipment and apparatus, including engines, trucks, and air brake systems.

- Rebuild and repair parts such as fire pumps, valves, and transmission mounts.

- Design and construct necessary parts and units for equipment operation using lathes, shapers, and welding equipment.

- Fill Self Contained Breathing Air (SCBA) cylinders and test related equipment.

- Support Fire Equipment Mechanic II’s with overhauling diesel and gasoline engines, and other complex systems.

- Keep the work and shop areas clean and assist with general upkeep.

- Interpret technical documents and manuals related to fire vehicles and equipment.

- Operate and adapt test equipment and diagnostic software to troubleshoot and repair equipment issues.

- Operate computers and applicable software applications for basic data entry necessary for completion of assigned duties and daily reports.

- Performs other related duties as assigned.

Duties may vary by assignment, please inquire about specific duties if called upon for an interview. Incumbents may be required to work any shift; nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Full job specification may be viewed at:

https://www.fresno.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Fire-Equipment-Mechanic-I_4_17.pdf

Get an inside look at how rewarding it is to work for the City of Fresno from a Fire Equipment Mechanic II featured in our "We Work For You" series: https://youtu.be/a-nZrqkZ-ro?si=W7vfyPIAlcZig0JU

The current vacancy exists in the General Services Department.  Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months.

 

THE REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination and do not assure placement on the eligible list:

Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent GED completion;

AND

One (1) year of full-time paid experience performing routine maintenance and simple repairs in a heavy/transit equipment repair operation.

 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

The work experience section MUST be completed with detailed duties, dates and weekly hours worked for each title held. Please SPECIFY EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS with which you have experience within your duties. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application and will not be used to evaluate minimum requirements. Applications lacking a completed work experience section may be rejected.

The selected eligible candidates certified will be required to successfully pass a Department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint prior to employment with the City of Fresno.

Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required at time of appointment and during the entire term of employment in the job class. Candidates considered for hire will be required to provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record.

Within thirty (30) days of appointment, must obtain a valid Commercial Instructional Permit.

Within six (6) months, must obtain and maintain a valid Commercial Class B California Driver's License with required endorsements and without air brake restriction AND three (3) valid certifications issued by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), a minimum of one per component area:

COMPONENT AREA 1:

*Gasoline Engines (T1)

*Diesel Engines (T2)

COMPONENT AREA 2:

*Brakes (T4)

*Electrical/ Electronic Systems (T6)

*Preventive Maintenance Inspection (8)

Incumbents must take all three certification examinations within the first six (6) months of appointment. Failure to obtain the ASE certifications within twelve (12) months of appointment will be cause for termination from this class.

A Fire Equipment Mechanic I may be promoted to a Fire Equipment Mechanic II after a minimum of six (6) months of experience and upon recommendation of the appointing authority and possession of three (3) T Series ASE certifications, as noted above.

Incumbents shall undergo the process of meeting the educational and certification requirements set forth in the California Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) Training Procedures Manual for Emergency Vehicle Technician 1 (EVT)Fire Mechanic I (Fire Pumps and Accessories).

NOTE:  Fire Mechanic I certification shall be obtained within one (1) year from date of appointment as a Fire Equipment Mechanic II Failure to obtain the required certification within the specified time period shall be cause for termination.

Some positions have been designated as being "safety sensitive" and require all eligibles offered employment to successfully pass a drug test prior to employment.  Federal law requires that applicants for positions involving the operation of certain transit vehicles, revenue service vehicles, the transportation of hazardous materials, or heavy equipment over 26,001 pounds requiring a commercial driver's license, must undergo pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.  This classification is subject to random drug and alcohol testing throughout entire term of employment in this class.

 

SELECTION PROCESS

The examination process may consist of the following:

Written Examination - 100%: A job-related written examination will be administered which may test a candidate's ability to diagnose problems in engines (gasoline and diesel), suspension and steering, brakes, air conditioning systems, hydraulic systems, ignition and fuel systems; and knowledge of the operating principles of the use of tools/equipment used in the repair/maintenance of vehicles and safety practices and/or other job-related items.

Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list.

The Written Examination has been tentatively scheduled of the week of September 30th, 2024.

 

PAY, BENEFITS & WORK SCHEDULE

BENEFITS: UNIT 1 Classification - International Union of Operating Engineers, Stationary Engineers- IUOE (Local 39)

2% Salary Increase, effective December 30, 2024

HEALTH INSURANCE: The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.

VACATION LEAVE: Accrue 8-15 hours per month.

SICK LEAVE: Eight (8) hours per month, available after 90 days.

SUPPLEMENTAL SICK- 40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum

HOLIDAYS: Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days.

SHORT TERM DISABILITY: Provided through California SDI program.

BILINGUAL PREMIUM: PAY: $100 per month

HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT: Eligible retirees can use remaining Sick Leave balance at 80% of hourly rate and other leave balances, if applicable, to reimburse medical insurance and qualified medical expenses, tax free.

RETIREMENT: City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state.  Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.

DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years.  Participation minimum is age 50 and vested.  Benefits includes ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.

Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at

https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1

 

HOW TO APPLY

APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION.  PLEASE VISIT www.fresno.gov/jobs. TO APPLY. For information on how to complete an on-line application, please view "Instruction Guide" on the City's website, Personnel Services Career Opportunities page, or call (559) 621-6950 for assistance. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.

ALL CORRESPONDENCE regarding this recruitment and exam process will be sent via e-mail. All applicants will acknowledge such understanding when they complete their on-line application. Verify we have your correct e-mail address before you submit your application. It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email frequently to ensure they receive all pertinent communication from the Personnel Services Department on a timely basis. Applicants will receive an automatically generated confirmation e-mail upon a successful application submittal. The e-mail is the only proof of submittal.

It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email account and to ensure it is set up to accept emails from the City of Fresno. Dependent upon your settings, notices from the City of Fresno may be directed to the "junk mail" or "spam" folders. It is the applicant's responsibility to check these folders.

Applications must be submitted by midnight on the filing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason. FOR THIS RECRUITMENT, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT PERMANENT FRESNO CITY EMPLOYEES APPLY THROUGH PEOPLESOFT SELF SERVICE.

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

HOW TO ATTACH DOCUMENTS TO OUR ONLINE APPLICATION:

1. Your document must first be scanned and saved to a computer or thumb drive (save as the “document name.”)
2. Then go to www.fresno.gov/jobs > City of Fresno Jobs > Apply On-Line.
3. Enter the same Login Information (Username & Password) that is going to be used for the job you are applying to.
4. Under the section “My Career Tools” (located towards the top of the page), Select “Cover Letters & Attachments”, and then “Add Attachments” towards the bottom.
5. For Attachment Type, choose the most appropriate option (i.e. “DIPLOMA/TRANSCRIPTS or DD214.”)

*If you do not see an appropriate choice, you may use “Reference Attachments.” Under Attachment Purpose, you can TYPE a description.

1. Then Select “Add Attachment” and hit the “Browse” button to locate your attachment.
2. Once you have selected your attachment, select “Open”, hit “Upload” and then “Save & Return.”
3. After you confirm your attachment has been uploaded, then proceed to fill out your online application.

 

VETERAN PREFERENCE REGULATIONS

Candidates applying for veteran's preference are required to submit a copy of their DD214 with their application during the specified filing period. Evidence must be presented to indicate that the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service. Veterans, including City employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examination for which veteran's preference credit is requested. Qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score.

 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Fresno is an equal opportunity employer.  Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination.