Position Overview

The City of Henderson announces an examination to create an eligibility list and to fill one (1) vacancy for the classification of Fire Equipment Technician II in the Fire Department. The eligibility list may be utilized to fill vacancies for this classification for up to one (1) year.

Under general supervision, performs a variety of functions and tasks; oversees central warehouse operations involving the ordering, receipt, distribution, selection, use, associated training, storage, maintenance, and documentation/inventory of supplies and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to support the day-to-day activities and emergency operations of the City of Henderson Fire Department; performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent
• Three (3) years of experience in purchasing, storekeeping, equipment maintenance and/or inventory control with at least two (2) years of which included repair and maintenance of personal protective equipment
• Note: An equivalent combination of related training and experience may be considered
• Possess and maintain a valid Nevada or "border state" driver's license, as defined by NRS 483
• Must possess a Forklift Operator Certificate issued by a recognized agency within thirty (30) days from time of hire
• Must be certified by the PPE manufacturer or approved Independent Service Provider within six (6) months of hire as a condition of continued employment
• Desirable: Two (2) years of experience, trained and/or verified by a manufacturer, in Advanced Cleaning and Inspection of Personal Protective Clothing (PPE)
• Desirable: Two (2) years of experience sewing and/or repairing PPE
• Desirable: Previous experience with purchasing, warehousing and maintaining fire and EMS supplies and equipment
• Desirable: Class F, Class B, or Class A endorsement on Nevada driver license
• Desirable: PPE 101 Certificate
• Desirable: MSA G1 CARE certified
• Desirable: Forklift Operator experience
• Desirable: Experience repairing small motors (chain saws, gas blowers, hydraulic extrication tools)

Required Documents/Assessment Information

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1) Completed Employment Application
ASSESSMENT DATES:
Scored Supplemental Question Assessment* (Weighted 100%)
(Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for this classification)

• The Scored Supplemental Question Assessment will be the only scored examination and is weighed 100% for placement on an eligibility list. Candidates must receive at least 70% (or higher) on their Scored Supplemental Question Assessment in order to be considered for the position. Additional information will not be accepted after the closing date.

Selection Process