Emergency Vehicle Technician

General Description

The City of North Port strives to be an employer of choice and most of our employees turn jobs into long term careers. The salary shown in the job description is the full range for this position from entry to later career.

NEW EMPLOYEES ARE HIRED AT, OR NEAR THE ENTRY POINT SHOWN, DEPENDING ON QUALIFICATIONS AND RELEVANT EXPERIENCE.

Performs independent skilled inspections, repair and maintenance of gasoline, diesel powered vehicles, small engines, and other specifically related to emergency services equipment. Works is performed under the direction of the Fleet Services Supervisor.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs repair and maintenance of Fire Department and Police Department equipment.
• Inspects, diagnoses, repairs and/or replaces components in drive trains, suspensions, fuel systems, electrical systems, air systems, hydraulic systems, brake systems and all other systems found on fire apparatus, ambulances, police and other department vehicles.
• Reads and interprets manuals and other materials related to repair and maintenance of fire apparatus, ambulances and other department vehicles.
• Opens work orders, keeps and maintains records, reports and service logs.
• Performs services and repairs at other locations.
• Repairs minor body damage.
• Installs emergency equipment on new vehicles.
• Performs occasional machine lathe work and welding as needed.
• May maintain parts inventory on service truck.
• Works well without direct supervision, must be self-motivated and proactive in completing duties of the position.
• Subject to recall during off-duty hours for critical vehicle repairs.
• Monitors inventory of equipment, parts, tires, tools and supplies.
• Responsible for keeping maintenance building and work area clean, neat and in order.
• Provides guidance and assistance to customers.

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other related duties as assigned, including City-directed work assignments in the event of a declared emergency.)

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to provide own tools, as required.
• Thorough knowledge of the techniques and methods used in repairing and maintaining specialized fire and police equipment.
• Knowledge of servicing and repairing the components and systems of the fire apparatus, ambulances, police and other department vehicles.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and preventive safety measures.
• Experience in metal fabrication.
• Knowledge of automotive and emergency lighting equipment electrical systems.
• Ability to read and understand shop manuals and specifications and use computerized diagnostic tools.
• Ability to detect, analyze, and take appropriate actions to repair malfunctions in components and systems of fire apparatus, ambulances, police and other department vehicles.
• Ability to document repair work and maintain computerized and written records.
• Ability to maintain parts inventory on a service truck.
• Ability to use all types of hand tools and related power equipment associated with automotive and vehicular maintenance and repair.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain successful working relationships with co-workers and employees in customer departments.

Education, Experience, Licenses and Certifications

Education and Experience:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or trade school, or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.
• Four (4) years of experience in the diagnoses, maintenance, and repair of automotive, law enforcement, and fire fighting vehicles. Law Enforcement Certification from EVT required.
• Experience with Pierce fire apparatus is preferred.

(A comparable amount of relevant training, education and/or experience may be substituted for the above qualifications.)

Licenses and Certifications:

• Must possess a valid Florida Commercial Driver's License Class B or greater within six (6) months of being employed in this position.
• Possession of appropriate current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications and Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) certifications for Level II EVT stats for fire apparatus technician within one (1) year.
• Master Mechanic ASE certification preferred.

Emergency Response Responsibility

Every City employee has emergency response responsibilities, though not every position will require routine assignments during an emergency event. All employees are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the employee's official job description. Assignments in support of emergency operations may be extensive in nature, with little advance notice, and may require employees to relocate to emergency sites with physically and operationally challenging conditions.

Vets Preference Statement

The City of North Port, FL is an Affirmative Action/ADA/Veterans’ Preference and Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, Minorities, and Persons with Disabilities are Encouraged to Apply.

All benefits are effective the 1st of the month following 30 days.

Aetna – Health Insurance

The City offers eligible employees the choice of 2 Open Access In Network plans and 1 Open Access PPO Plan. Premiums and co-pays are dependent upon your plan choice.

Cigna Dental– Dental Insurance

The City's dental plan is a PPO plan providing eligible employees with in network or out of network options. You are entitled to two (2) preventive care treatments per calendar year (6 months apart). There is a $1,500 lifetime maximum for Orthodontia (children up to age 19). Premiums will depend on which tier you choose.

EyeMed Vision Care – Vision Insurance

The City's vision plan allows eligible employees to stay in network or go out of network. Your co-pays will vary depending on the network you use. You are entitled to an exam, frames and lenses once every 12 months.

Cigna Life - Life, Voluntary Life, Dependent Life Insurance

The City offers eligible employees a basic term life insurance benefit equal to their annual salary up to a $75,000 maximum at no charge. You can purchase additional voluntary life insurance for yourself and your dependents.

Cigna – Short Term Disability

The City provides short term disability coverage to all eligible employees at no cost to the employee. This coverage is used in the event of an accident or illness outside of work. The plan pays 66.67% of your weekly salary up to a maximum of $1,000. Benefits begin on the 31st day of your disability. The City offers a buy-up to the Short Term Disability Benefit with a 7 day wait period.

E-Flex – Flexible Spending Account

A flexible spending account helps you pay out-of-pocket medical, dental, eye care, daycare and other expenses, with tax deferred money deducted from your paycheck each payroll. The maximum annual election is $2,500.00. Over-the-counter medications must be accompanied by a doctor's prescription although other medical supplies will still be eligible for reimbursement. This is a voluntary benefit.

Trustmark– Supplemental Polices

Trustmark Insurance Company offers voluntary supplemental Critical Illness/Cancer, Accident and Universal Life policies which are paid for by the employee.

LifeLock Benefit Solutions

Protect your personal information and defend against attacks with 24/7, proactive identity theft protection from LifeLock. This is an employee paid voluntary program.

ICMA-RC - Deferred Compensation Plans

The City offers eligible employees the opportunity to enroll in a deferred retirement plan. The money that is deducted from your paycheck each payroll is put into this account and is tax deferred at the end of the year. One-on-one meetings with each company are held quarterly so employees can speak with the representative confidentially on preparing for their retirement. This is a voluntary program.

Florida Retirement System – FRS

Eligible employees are enrolled in the Florida Retirement System with an 8 year vesting period. Employees contribute 3% of their gross earnings per payroll which is subject to change with the IRS.

Cigna – Employee Assistance Program

The City offers this program to all employees. This is a confidential counseling program for employees and their families. The City pays for 3 visits and if you choose to continue, you would use the specialist co-pay on your insurance plan. Counseling can include stress, alcoholism, family problems, marriage difficulties, financial trouble, depression, work/life and more.

VPI - Veterinary Pet Insurance

The City offers Pet Insurance as a voluntary benefit. This benefit is not payroll deducted.

Florida Prepaid College Board

Employees are eligible to enroll in college savings programs as well as 529 plans.

Educational Assistance Program

Employees are eligible for job-related or degree required educational assistance reimbursement up to $2,500 per fiscal year (subject to the availability of funds).

Paid Holidays

The City observes 13 paid holidays per year.

Sick Leave and Annual Leave

Full time employees accrue eight (8) hours per month starting on the first day of employment. Accruals and usage will appear on your pay stub each payroll. Full time employees accrue annual leave (vacation) bi-weekly, based on years of service.

Sick Leave Incentive

Employees receive an incentive of up to four (4) days per calendar year for every 250 hours remaining in their sick leave bank. Sick leave incentive days cannot be carried over to the next year.

Personal Leave

Employees are eligible for a maximum of two (2) personal leave days per calendar year when they have accrued 96 or sick more hours. This leave is approved by the department director through the department leave approval process.

Bereavement Leave

Employees are entitled to five (5) days of bereavement leave in the event of the death of an immediate family member. Employees should check the personnel policy or union contracts, whichever is applicable, for the definition of an "immediate family member".