Job posting edited March 8, 2024:
This recruitment is to fill a Senior Equipment Technician position; however, if you don't meet the criteria for a Senior position, The City is open to filling a lower classification within the Equipment Technician series.
Are you interested in working on vehicles and equipment? Performing safety inspections, emergency repairs, and preventative maintenance – primarily focusing on gas-and diesel-powered fire apparatus, including mechanical electrical, electronics, hydraulic, breaks, air systems and structural systems diagnosis. If so, join the City of Bothell as our next Senior Equipment Technician!
What will you do in this position?

• Diagnose malfunctions and accomplish timely repair on all fire apparatuses.
• Conduct fire pump testing, meeting safety and operational standards.
• Inspect and repair all components of the aerial ladder and platforms.
• Perform equipment repairs, including mechanical and electrical systems, motors, and components.

 What do you need to be successful in this position?

• Familiar with NFPA safety standards for operations and maintenance of fire apparatus and vehicles.
• Associate's Degree in automotive or diesel technology or closely related field; AND
• Three (3) years of experience in heavy duty mechanical repair of diesel and gasoline powered equipment.
• License and Certificates: 
  • A valid Washington State driver's license is required
  • Valid ASE T-series and Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) certification with Master Fire Apparatus Technician level certification is required.
  • A Commercial Driver's License (with tanker and air brake endorsement) is required within one year of appointment.
  • AC certification license is required within two years of appointment.

To read the full job description for Senior Equipment Technician, click here. 

• The salary range for Senior Equipment Technician is: $80,964.91/yr - $102,945.73/yr

To read the full job description for Equipment Technician, click here.

• The salary range for Equipment Technician is: $73,343.12/yr - $93,260.01/yr

 We are committed to being a safe, equitable, and inclusive workplace and community. 
The City of Bothell is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. Our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds, who share a passion for improving people’s lives. The City of Bothell recruits, hires, trains, promotes, compensates, and administers all personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.
We seek to recruit and hire talented and engaged job candidates from a widely diverse range of backgrounds. We celebrate the diversity in our workplace and community and believe it makes us stronger.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please send an email to hrhelpdesk@bothellwa.gov.
To learn more about the City of Bothell’s commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, visit the DEI at Bothell Webpage.
Why Bothell? 
 Bothell offers a career-enriching opportunity to apply your skills and experience in a way that has a positive effect on the community. We encourage professional growth and for employees to “think outside the box”. We value work-life balance and provide paid vacation and sick leave benefits.
We offer ample time off including 11 paid holidays as well as 2 personal holidays. As an employee, you have access to a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision for you and your family. We also offer life and disability insurance, state pension membership and deferred compensation for retirement. Commute trip reduction, alternative work schedules, flexible work environment, and hybrid work options are available when appropriate. The City of Bothell creates an environment that supports wellness practices which enhance the quality of life for City employees, and encourage and incentivize participation in an employee wellness program. As a result, the City is a recipient of the Association of Washington Cities WellCity Award.