Emergency Vehicle Mechanic Technician II

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Montgomery County MD

Location:

Rockville, MD, 20849

Posted:

May 18, 2025

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Description:

Salary : $65,701.00 - $104,197.00 Annually

Location : 14935 B Southlawn Lane Rockville Md. 20850

Job Type: Permanent

Job Number: 2025 - 00090

Department: Fire and Rescue Services

Division: FRS 45 Fleet Operations

Opening Date: 02/11/2025

FLSA: Non-Exempt

About the Position

The anticipated salary range upon hire: Grade 16: $53,510-$70,250 / Grade 20: $62,872- $99,659

The Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service (MCFRS) Fleet Operations, with the Division of Support Services, inspects, maintains, and repairs fire and rescue apparatus and ensures compliance with local, state, and federal requirements. The fleet is comprised of nearly 300 heavy, medium, and light duty vehicles including pumpers, aerials, rescue squads, and ambulances. The department is seeking to fill the position of Emergency Vehicle Mechanic Technicians.

MCFRS is seeking Mechanics that are highly skilled or have good aptitude to perform maintenance and repairs of a variety of specialized medium- and heavy-duty fire and emergency medical services apparatus. Successful candidates will have the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Ability to lift and move objects that weigh up to 100 lbs., and occasionally objects that weigh in excel of 100 lbs., obtaining assistance or using mechanical advantage, as appropriate.

Ability to safely operate and drive all fire/rescue apparatus and their respective components.

Ability and willingness to provide emergency repair service on fire/rescue/EMS apparatus and equipment outside the regular shop location.

Skill in working as a team member to provide excellent customer service.

Skill in problem solving to select, organize and logically process relevant information.

The position is located at a warehouse-type facility located in Rockville, MD.

Work is performed in all seasons, regardless of weather, indoors and outdoors, with exposure to environmental factors found in a warehouse and automotive shop.

Strict adherence to safety precautions and procedures, and the use of appropriate PPE (PPE Personal Protective Equipment) and protective devices will be required at all times.

The position may be occasionally required to work outside of normal business hours, either during the traditional second shift, (i.e., later afternoon/evening and/or on-call during nights and weekends) with additional compensation.

To ensure a positive workplace and to comply with federal, state and County laws, the incumbent is responsible for completing mandatory trainings within the first three to six months or within the specified timeframe.

The selected candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check and a medical exam with drug screen.

The individuals selected for this position will be considered an "Essential Employee." Essential employees must report to work during a period of general emergency or liberal leave.

Please note, if hired, it is the employee's responsibility to provide their own tools which are required on the first day of employment. In addition, the employee is responsible for the expense of obtaining and maintaining a "Class A" commercial driver's permit and license.

What You'll Be Doing

The Emergency Vehicle Mechanic Technicians will be responsible for performing inspections, testing, maintenance, and repairs of a variety of specialized medium- and heavy-duty fire and emergency medical services apparatus. These vehicles include heavy rescue squads, pumpers, tankers, aerial ladders, ambulances, and specialized evacuation and mass casualty apparatus.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Ensuring the mechanical and performance safety of emergency fire and rescue vehicles.

Performing inspections, lubrications, fluid changes and component adjustments and other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles related to Preventive Maintenance (PM) processes.

Utilizing diagnostic tools (both manual and electronic) to assess and evaluate required service/repairs.

Provide diagnostic assessments of repair needs based on experience.

Troubleshooting service/repair needs and performing necessary/required work in a timely fashion.

Documenting/recording findings, measurements, diagnoses and needed repairs discovered during PM inspections.

Performing repairs to light, medium, and heavy apparatus, and equipment.

Road testing vehicles during, and upon completion of, maintenance/repair work.

Handling hazardous waste properly; maintaining the work area in a clean and orderly manner; and performing various "shopkeeping" tasks.

Operating machine shop tools and testing equipment.

Communicating with end-users about mechanical and performance and functions and operation.

Minimum Qualifications

Emergency Vehicle Mechanic Technician I:

Experience: Two (2) years of verifiable, progressively responsible experience in the automotive-truck maintenance and repair trade, which included problem diagnosis.

Education: Completion of high school or a High School Certificate of completion recognized in the State of Maryland.

Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

License: At Time of Employment Application: Possession of a valid, current Class "C" or equivalent motor vehicle operator's license from the applicant's state of residence.

First Day of County Employment: Possession of at least a valid Instructional Permit for a Class "A" commercial driver's license (CDL) issued by the applicant's state of residence.

Upon Completion of Probationary Period: Possession of a Class "A" CDL issued by the employee's state of residence; US Environmental Protection Agency-approved certification (for refrigerant recovery appropriate to the equipment serviced/inspected); and a Maryland State Forklift Operator License.

Within Eighteen (18) Months from Date of Appointment/Placement: Employees in this class must obtain and maintain a National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Level I certification, which includes successful completion of examinations in:

• T4 Medium-Heavy Truck, Brakes (National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE);

• T5 Medium-Heavy Truck, Suspension and Steering (ASE);

• T8 Medium-Heavy Preventive Maintenance Inspection (ASE);

• F1 Maintenance, Inspection and Testing of Fire Apparatus (EVT); and

• F2 Design and Performance Standards of Fire Apparatus (EVT).

Note: There will be no substitutions for this section.

Emergency Vehicle Mechanic Technician II:

Experience: Any combination of education, experience and training equivalent to four (4) years of verifiable, progressively responsible experience in problem diagnosis, repair, maintenance and inspection of automobiles, light-medium-heavy duty diesel or gasoline trucks, construction equipment, and/or fire/rescue/EMS vehicles, apparatus and equipment.

Education: Completion of high school or High School Certificate of completion recognized in the State of Maryland. Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

License: At Time of Employment Application: Possession of a valid, current Class "C" or equivalent motor vehicle operator's license from the applicant's state of residence. First Day of County Employment: Possession of at least a valid Instructional Permit for Class "A" commercial driver's license (CDL) issued by the applicant's state of residence. In addition, upon appointment/placement, employees in this class must possess and maintain a National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Level I certification, which includes successful completion of examinations in:

• T4 Medium-Heavy Truck, Brakes (National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE); T5 Medium-Heavy Truck, Suspension and Steering (ASE);

• T8 Medium-Heavy Preventive Maintenance Inspection (ASE);

• F1 Maintenance, Inspection and Testing of Fire Apparatus (EVT); and

• F2 Design and Performance Standards of Fire Apparatus (EVT).

Within thirty-six (36) months from date of appointment/placement: Employees in this class must obtain and maintain EVT Level II certification, which includes successful completion of examinations in:

• T2 Medium-Heavy Truck, Diesel Engines (ASE);

• T3 Medium-Heavy Truck, Drive Train (ASE);

• T6 Medium-Heavy Truck, Electrical/Electronic Systems (ASE);

• F3 Fire Pumps and Accessories (EVT); and

• F4 Fire Apparatus Electrical Systems (EVT).

Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences

Preference for interviews will be given to applicants with experience in the following:

Experience diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing medium-heavy-duty diesel vehicles.

Experience applying vehicle maintenance standards (organizational, manufacturer, or governmental).

Experience utilizing shop management systems or diagnostic equipment.

Experience using fleet maintenance software or FMIS Fleet Maintenance Information Systems.

Experience with planning and organizing work responsibilities.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The Office of Human Resources (OHR) reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position.

Montgomery County Government(MCG) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly, as it relates to employment opportunities, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should email OHR at . Individual determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with all applicable laws.

MCG also provides hiring preference to certain categories of veterans and veterans/persons with a disability. For more information and to claim employment preference, refer to the Careers webpage on Hiring Preference.

All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to their education, relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicant's responses in conjunction with their resume and all other information provided in the employment application process will be evaluated to determine the minimum qualifications and preferred criteria or interview preference status. Based on the results, the highest qualified applicants will be placed on an Eligible List and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade will be placed on the Eligible List as a "Lateral Transfer" candidate and may be considered for an interview.

This will establish an Eligible List that may be used to fill both current and future vacancies.

If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.

Montgomery County Ethics Law: Except as provided by law or regulation, the County's "Public Employees" (which does not include employees of the Sheriff's office) are subject to the County's ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employment and the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at 19A-12 of the County Code. Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from the Ethics Commission website.

Leave Benefits

Our generous leave package starts with non-MLS permanent and term employees earning 15 days of sick leave and 15 days of annual leave in their first year, as well as up to three additional personal days each calendar year. Positions in MLS earn 35 days of paid time off each year. In addition, we offer all employees 10 paid holidays. Our leave policies adhere to the Family Medical Leave Act of 1993, and we provide six weeks of paid parental leave for new parents.

Retirement Benefits

All permanent and term positions are eligible for robust retirement plans. Public safety positions are eligible for a defined benefit pension plan in which they are vested after only five years. Employees in non-public safety positions can participate in retirement plans that contribute up to 12 percent of their annual salary. All employees can also participate in a supplemental retirement plan, the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, to contribute even more to their retirement goals.

Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness

Montgomery County employees are eligible to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Participants who meet all requirements may qualify for forgiveness on the remaining balance on their Direct Loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time in a qualifying public service position. To learn more about PSLF, please visit the Student Loan Repayment Benefits page. Our tuition assistance program allows you to receive up to $2,130 annually in tuition assistance to help you achieve a degree that supports your career path.

Free Mass Transit Benefit

County employees are entitled to use the RideOn Bus service for free with a valid County-employee ID. This benefit can be used any time of the day or evening, including weekends. We also offer a pre-tax flexible spending account to reduce the cost of other mass-transit options such as MARC trains and Metro.

Reduced Child and Health Care Costs

Working for Montgomery County also entitles permanent and term employees to participate in healthcare and childcare Flexible Spending Accounts. These plans allow eligible employees to save on a pretax basis for healthcare and dependent care costs incurred during the plan year.

Employee Wellbeing

We deeply care about your holistic wellness. Our award-winning wellness program, LiveWell, will support you in improving and maintaining your physical, mental, financial, social, and intellectual well-being.

Learn more about our wonderful benefits available to you once you join our team. Montgomery County Benefits

MQ Question Emergency Vehicle Mechanic II (205002)

What is your highest level of completed education?

N/A

High School/GED

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Juris Doctor

Doctorate

MQ Question Emergency Vehicle Mechanic II (205002)

At the time you are applying (right now) do you have a valid Class C driver's license from your state of residence?

Yes

MQ Question Emergency Vehicle Mechanic I (205003)

How many years of verifiable, progressively responsible experience in the automotive-truck maintenance and repair trade, which included problem diagnosis do you have?

Less than 1 year or No Experience

1 Year of Experience

2 Years of Experience

3 Plus Years of Experience

PQ Question Emergency Vehicle Mechanic II (205002)

How many years of verifiable, progressively responsible experience in problem diagnosis, repair, maintenance and inspection of automobiles, light-medium-heavy duty diesel or gasoline trucks, construction equipment, and/or fire/rescue/EMS vehicles, apparatus and equipment do you have?

Less than 1 year or No Experience

1 -3 Years of Experience

4 or more Years of Experience

PQ Question Emergency Vehicle Mechanic II (205002)

Do you have experience diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing medium-heavy-

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