FIRE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: 

Completion of a recognized apprentice training program of at least four years' duration in the repair of gas and diesel automotive and power equipment -AND- One year's experience at the journey level -OR- Six years' experience in the repair and maintenance of gas and diesel automotive and power equipment, two years of which must have been at the journey level. VISION: Normal color perception.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: 
» Experience in the repair and maintenance of fire equipment.
» Working knowledge of fire apparatus with a wide range of single and multiple cylinder auxiliary engines.
» Working knowledge of all types of pumps and related pumping and hydraulically operated aerial devices.
» Experience in welding and fabrication.
» Certifications in:
° Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)
° California Fire Mechanics Association (CFMA) and/or
Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT).

AN APPLICANT WHOSE DRIVING RECORD SHOWS FOUR OR MORE MOVING
VIOLATIONS WITHIN THE LAST TWO YEARS WILL NOT BE APPOINTED.
License must not be restricted, revoked or suspended.
A California Class "B" Driver's License is required to perform job related functions.
Employees that are assigned to drive an apparatus equipped with
(airbrakes, hazardous materials and tank), will be required to obtain a license
with the proper endorsements within six (6) months of his/her assignment.
Los Angeles County Fire Department
Personnel Office
1320 N. Eastern Avenue, Room 221
Los Angeles, CA 90063

For more information call (323) 838-2239
www.lacofd.org