What are the responsibilities and job description for the AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN - FIRE EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST II position at City of Newport News?
**[AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN - FIRE EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST II](https://selfservice.nnva.gov/ess/EmploymentOpportunities/JobDetail.aspx?req=42422526andsreq=4andform=GENLanddesc=AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN - FIRE EQUIPMENT SPECIALIST II)**
**Department:GENERAL SERVICES**
**Job Family:EQUIPMENT/LABORER**
Target Hiring Range: $90,000.00 - $95,000.00 Based on Experience
$200 Boot Reimbursement per Fiscal Year
$5,000 Annual Stipend
$1,500 Annual Tool Allowance
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Under limited supervision, this position performs complex fire apparatus, ambulance, automotive, truck, and heavy equipment mechanic work to include hydraulic and electrical repair. May serve as a lead worker. Reports to an Operations Superintendent.
Essential Job Functions
Performs highly specialized diagnostic and repair work related to fire pumps, governor systems, control valves, and plumbing on fire apparatus as well as computerized ignition and fuel injection systems, automatic transmissions, differentials, steering components, and engines.
Overhauls, repairs and rebuilds mechanical components and systems such as diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, and hydraulic, electrical, cooling, brake and suspension systems. Designs complex modifications for fire trucks and emergency vehicles.
Inspects and performs preventive maintenance on a variety of light and heavy vehicles, specialized equipment, and small engines.
Completes and maintains records of servicing operations such as work orders and daily status reports; estimates labor time to complete a job; performs state inspections. Serves as a technical expert; provides work direction and assists the Automotive Technicians as necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned.
PERFORMANCE STANDARD
Employees at all levels are expected to effectively work together to meet the needs of the community and the organization through work behaviors demonstrating the City's Values. Employees are also expected to lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of ethics.
Required Knowledge
Automotive and Emergency Vehicle Maintenance - Thorough knowledge of the methods, tools, and equipment used in the repair of specialized equipment such as fire apparatus and ambulances as well as light and heavy vehicles and small engines.
Safety - Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards, safety precautions, and safety regulations related to the operation and repair of vehicles and equipment.
Required Skills
Time Management - Plans and organizes daily work routine. Estimates expected time of completion of elements of work and establishes a personal schedule accordingly. Implements work activities in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules.
Interpersonal Relationships/Customer Service - Develops and maintains cooperative and professional relationships with employees and the public.
Computer Skills - Utilizes a computer with basic applications.
Required Abilities
Vehicle and Equipment Repair - Utilizes a variety of shop tools and equipment including scan tools, diagnostic equipment, and track type equipment to perform difficult to complex repair work of vehicles, equipment, fire apparatus and ambulances.
Judgement/Decision Making - Ability to use logic and reasoning to understand, analyze, and evaluate situations and exercise good judgment to diagnose and repair routine malfunctions of vehicles and equipment.
Communication - Ability to communicate ideas and erbally and in writing effectively so others will understand, to include interpreting and understanding complex drawings and technical manuals and preparation of detailed repair operations records. Ability to listen and understand information and ideas being presented verbally and in writing.
Education And Experience
Requires a high school diploma and 4 years of journeyman level automotive mechanic experience with 1-2 years of lead or supervisory experience, or any combination of education and experience. Must possess and maintain certification as Master Emergency Vehicle Technician.
Additional Requirements
Acceptable general background check to include a local and state criminal history check; a valid commercial driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Must obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) permit prior to employment and complete the practical portion of the CDL test within 60 days of employment.
This position requires pre-employment medical evaluation and substance abuse testing and is subject to random alcohol and controlled substance testing.
Virginia State Inspector License, and Master Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification in Automotive or Medium/Heavy Truck is required. Must obtain both ASE certifications within one (1) year of employment.
Must provide and maintain a full set of hand tools and locking toolbox.
***All applicants MUST*** ***submit a job application through the City of Newport News' official career website.***
**To learn more and apply, visit **
**Department:GENERAL SERVICES**
**Job Family:EQUIPMENT/LABORER**
Target Hiring Range: $90,000.00 - $95,000.00 Based on Experience
- Salary is the targeted hiring range and not the full salary opportunity of the position
$200 Boot Reimbursement per Fiscal Year
$5,000 Annual Stipend
$1,500 Annual Tool Allowance
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- Applicants **MUST** submit an official job **application** through the **City of Newport News career site** to be considered. **To learn more and apply, visit** [**https://www.nnva.gov/Jobs**](https://www.nnva.gov/Jobs)
Under limited supervision, this position performs complex fire apparatus, ambulance, automotive, truck, and heavy equipment mechanic work to include hydraulic and electrical repair. May serve as a lead worker. Reports to an Operations Superintendent.
Essential Job Functions
Performs highly specialized diagnostic and repair work related to fire pumps, governor systems, control valves, and plumbing on fire apparatus as well as computerized ignition and fuel injection systems, automatic transmissions, differentials, steering components, and engines.
Overhauls, repairs and rebuilds mechanical components and systems such as diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, and hydraulic, electrical, cooling, brake and suspension systems. Designs complex modifications for fire trucks and emergency vehicles.
Inspects and performs preventive maintenance on a variety of light and heavy vehicles, specialized equipment, and small engines.
Completes and maintains records of servicing operations such as work orders and daily status reports; estimates labor time to complete a job; performs state inspections. Serves as a technical expert; provides work direction and assists the Automotive Technicians as necessary.
Performs other duties as assigned.
PERFORMANCE STANDARD
Employees at all levels are expected to effectively work together to meet the needs of the community and the organization through work behaviors demonstrating the City's Values. Employees are also expected to lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of ethics.
Required Knowledge
Automotive and Emergency Vehicle Maintenance - Thorough knowledge of the methods, tools, and equipment used in the repair of specialized equipment such as fire apparatus and ambulances as well as light and heavy vehicles and small engines.
Safety - Thorough knowledge of occupational hazards, safety precautions, and safety regulations related to the operation and repair of vehicles and equipment.
Required Skills
Time Management - Plans and organizes daily work routine. Estimates expected time of completion of elements of work and establishes a personal schedule accordingly. Implements work activities in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules.
Interpersonal Relationships/Customer Service - Develops and maintains cooperative and professional relationships with employees and the public.
Computer Skills - Utilizes a computer with basic applications.
Required Abilities
Vehicle and Equipment Repair - Utilizes a variety of shop tools and equipment including scan tools, diagnostic equipment, and track type equipment to perform difficult to complex repair work of vehicles, equipment, fire apparatus and ambulances.
Judgement/Decision Making - Ability to use logic and reasoning to understand, analyze, and evaluate situations and exercise good judgment to diagnose and repair routine malfunctions of vehicles and equipment.
Communication - Ability to communicate ideas and erbally and in writing effectively so others will understand, to include interpreting and understanding complex drawings and technical manuals and preparation of detailed repair operations records. Ability to listen and understand information and ideas being presented verbally and in writing.
Education And Experience
Requires a high school diploma and 4 years of journeyman level automotive mechanic experience with 1-2 years of lead or supervisory experience, or any combination of education and experience. Must possess and maintain certification as Master Emergency Vehicle Technician.
Additional Requirements
Acceptable general background check to include a local and state criminal history check; a valid commercial driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Must obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) permit prior to employment and complete the practical portion of the CDL test within 60 days of employment.
This position requires pre-employment medical evaluation and substance abuse testing and is subject to random alcohol and controlled substance testing.
Virginia State Inspector License, and Master Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification in Automotive or Medium/Heavy Truck is required. Must obtain both ASE certifications within one (1) year of employment.
Must provide and maintain a full set of hand tools and locking toolbox.
***All applicants MUST*** ***submit a job application through the City of Newport News' official career website.***
**To learn more and apply, visit **
Salary : $90,000 - $95,000