Heavy Equipment Technician Principal (Division Of Fire) - Multiple Positions

SALARY

The minimum salary is $30.812 per hour

This position is eligible for overtime (non-exempt), if applicable.

Pay Grade 523

This position is eligible for Hazardous Duty Supplemental Pay ($90/month or $0.52/hour) and CDL pay ($1.08/hour) upon hire.

FILING DEADLINE DATE

The deadline to apply is Monday, September 23, 2024

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The purpose of this classification to perform comprehensive maintenance and repairs on Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government's diverse fleet of heavy equipment, motor vehicles, and related systems.

The Heavy Equipment Technician Principal is responsible for maintaining and repairing the department's fleet, which includes fire engines, ladder trucks, rescue vehicles, and other emergency apparatus. They perform a wide range of tasks, including preventative maintenance like oil changes, brake inspections, and fluid checks, ensuring that all vehicles remain in optimal working condition. When issues arise, they conduct emergency repairs to keep the fleet operational for emergency responses. In addition to repairs, these positions perform regular inspections to ensure that vehicles comply with safety regulations and department standards. They use computerized diagnostic tools to troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical and electrical issues. This role also involves recordkeeping and documenting all maintenance and repair work to ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

• Six (6) years of related experience

• Additional years of related education may substitute for years of experience

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversees shop operations, as required

• Performs scheduled preventative maintenance as needed to maintain optimum performance

• Performs safety inspections

• Mentors and trains technicians in the Division

• Diagnoses and repairs all performance deficiencies

• Fabricates parts and components as needed to make repairs

• Maintains records of work performed

• Maintains inventory of parts and supplies

• Performs related work as assigned

SPECIAL LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

• Valid Kentucky Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class B

• Must obtain Endorsement N - Tank Vehicles within the first six (6) months of employment

• Seven (7) certifications from the list approved by Lexington Fire Department Fleet Maintenance Bureau, to include at least one (1) ASE Medium-Heavy Truck certificate (T1-T8) and at least one (1) Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) certificate

• ASE Certifications

• T1 - Gasoline Engines

T2 - Diesel Engines

T3 - Drive Train

T4 - Brakes

T5 - Suspension & Steering

T6 - Electrical/ Electronic Systems

T7 - Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC)

T8 - Preventive Maintenance Inspection

G1 - Auto Maintenance and Light Repair

L2 - Diesel Engine Diagnostic Specialist

E1 - Truck Equipment Installation & Repair

E2 - Electrical/Electronic Systems Installation & Repair

E3 - Auxiliary Power Systems Installation & Repair

• EVT Certifications
• F1 - Inspection, Maintenance, & Testing of Fire Apparatus

F2 - Design & Performance Standards of Fire Apparatus

F3 - Fire Pumps and Accessories

F4 - Fire Apparatus Electrical Systems

F5 - Aerial Fire Apparatus

F6 - Allison Automatic Transmissions

F7 - Fire Apparatus Foam Systems

F8 - Hydraulic Systems

FA4 - Advanced Electrical Systems

E0 - Inspection, Maintenance, & Testing of Ambulances

E1 - Design & Performance Standards and Preventative Maintenance of Ambulances

E2 - Ambulance Electrical Systems

E3 - Ambulance Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Ventilation Systems

E4 - Ambulance Cab, Chassis, and Powertrain

• Other Certifications

• Any KYDOT or AWS welding certification (only one)

• IFPS Fluid Power Mechanic

HOW TO APPLY

Submit LFUCG electronic application through lexingtonky.gov/jobs and attach/upload applicable documents to verify your education, training, certification/license(s), or DD214 (for military preference with appropriate discharge) by filing deadline date.

RESUMES CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED FOR THE APPLICATION, but are highly encouraged to be attached/uploaded to the application.

Please note that the section titled "Application Questionnaire" has to be completed every time a new or revised application is submitted. Even if other information is pre-filled, the Questionnaire does not transfer.

• APPLICANTS WHO FAIL TO COMPLETE THE ELECTRONIC APPLICATION IN ITS ENTIRETY WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED FURTHER*

CLOSING STATEMENT

Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government offers an outstanding benefits package. Links to our most popular benefits are below:

• Health and wellness benefits: lexingtonky.gov/health-and-wellness-benefits

• Paid and unpaid time off benefits: lexingtonky.gov/index.php/paid-and-unpaid-time-benefits

• Direct deposit is required of all employees.

The LFUCG is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, and as such is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay and other aspects of employment.

CONTACT INFORMATION

For further information, call, e-mail, or visit:

Division of Human Resources

200 East Main St.

Lexington, KY 40507

Phone: (859) 258-3030

Website: lexingtonky.gov/jobs

E-mail: jobs@lexingtonky.gov