Fire Mechanic - CDL

About the role

The City of Chandler Fire Department is currently seeking qualified individuals interested in joining our team as a Fire Mechanic - CDL. The position is scheduled to work 5 days, 8 hours.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized journey level mechanical maintenance and repair on all types of complex firefighting apparatus and related equipment, to include heavy duty Fire response trucks, general purpose automotive vehicles and specialized components such as centrifugal fire pumps, hydraulically operated aerial ladders, elevating platforms and computerized electronic control systems.
• Repair and maintain fire service tools and equipment.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or GED;
• 3 years of experience in the maintenance, repair and inspection of heavy equipment including experience maintaining and repairing diesel motors;
• Emergency Vehicle Technician (E.V.T.) Fire Apparatus Level I Certification within one (1) year of hire or promotion;
• A valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record and a Class B Commercial Driver's License within six (6) months of hire or promotion;

Qualifications

• Pass a pre-employment DOT drug and alcohol test;
• A driving record check;
• A pre-employment drug test;
• A 6-month probationary period;

Skills

A passion for customer service, teamwork, and collaboration. Ability to organize, prioritize work, and be dependable, reliable, and responsible.

Benefits

• Up to 8 hours paid time off annually to volunteer in the community;
• 3 medical plans to choose from along with dental and vision coverage;
• Accrue 130 hours paid vacation in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual;
• Accrue 96 hours paid sick leave in your first year, eligible for use immediately following accrual;
• 12 paid holidays annually, with additional holiday leave the end of 2026;
• Become part of the Arizona State Retirement System with a 100% city contribution match;
• City contributions of 1% gross wages per pay period to deferred compensation;
• Professional development opportunities;
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually, $3,200 for part time employees;
• Free Tumbleweed Recreation Center membership.

Pay

Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

The position is scheduled to work 5 days, 8 hours.