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About AVFRD
The Ashburn Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department (AVFRD) is dedicated to safeguarding the lives and property of Ashburn and Loudoun County's residents and visitors through superior fire, rescue, emergency, and medical response services. We're on the lookout for a dedicated Fleet Mechanic to join our dynamic team. This role is critical in maintaining and repairing our volunteer-owned emergency apparatus, emphasizing the importance of experience with diesel engines (e.g., Cummins), heavy truck mechanics, roadside diagnosis, and vehicle electrical system troubleshooting. AVFRD prides itself as an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, championing diversity and providing impartial consideration to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, or other protected statuses.
Role Overview
The Fleet Mechanic is instrumental in the acquisition, upkeep, and repair of a diverse range of vehicles and equipment, ensuring operational readiness and safety. Our fleet includes engines, ambulances, ladder trucks, SUVs, pickups, among other vital support equipment. The role demands not just technical expertise in diagnosing and fixing mechanical and electrical issues but also creativity in parts fabrication and a proactive stance on fleet management. You will work from our on-site, 3-bay maintenance shop. Candidates are expected to have, or be capable of obtaining, ASE or Manufacturer's Certification, State Inspector's License, and Emergency Vehicle Operations Certifications I-IV. Comprehensive background checks are a prerequisite for all prospective hires.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications & Experience
Skills and Competencies
Career Development
Additional Requirements
Applicants must pass stringent background checks and demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and efficiency throughout a 90-day probationary period.
Company Benefits
Full Time
Restaurants & Catering Services
$56k-72k (estimate)
03/16/2024
07/20/2024
ashburnfirerescue.org
ASHBURN, VA
25 - 50
1944
MICHAEL CORNER
<$5M
Restaurants & Catering Services
The Ashburn Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department (AVFRD) is committed to protecting the lives and property of Ashburn and Loudoun County residents and visitors by providing the best possible fire, rescue, emergency and medical response services. We pledge to perform our duty with courage and dedication. We strive to be active in our community and proactive with public education and prevention campaigns. AVFRD has been serving the community since 1944. Currently, AVFRD has approximately 200 active members. We are your neighbors, friends, and co-workers; men and women; married and single. We go ...
to school or have full-time day jobs in a wide range of occupations. But we share one professional goal to be there when you need us. Neighbors Helping Neighbors. AVFRD volunteers respond to calls from Station 6 in Ashburn and Station 22 in Lansdowne. AVFRD is part of a combination volunteer and career system; Volunteers are on duty at both stations between 6 p.m. and 6 a.m. to staff a total of two fire engines, one truck/tower and two ambulances each night while Loudoun County career personnel provide day-side coverage. Whether its a medical emergency, a car accident or a house fire, AVFRD answers your calls for help. Through continuous education and training, were prepared when you need us. We work to educate the public on fire and accident prevention. We host several community activities pancake breakfasts, Open Houses and our annual Santa Parade as well as numerous fundraising events. We also participate in and provide stand-by services at various community activities such as sporting events, races, parades, fairs, concerts and fireworks displays. AVFRD is always looking for hardworking and dedicated individuals to join our team as firefighters, emergency medical technicians (EMTs) or administrative (the support team) members. No prior fire/rescue experience is necessary. Free training is provided. Find out more about the opportunities available.
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