Public Safety Equipment Technician (part-time/1248 hours/year) @ Northwood Tech New Richmond Campus

Part-time position at the New Richmond Campus. Reports to the Fire/EMS Specialist with possible direction from other emergency service managers.

About the Role

Supports delivery of Emergency Services coursework in EMS, Fire, and Law Enforcement. Actively embodies and promotes Northwood Tech’s Values:

• Collaboration — Value relationships that enhance learning and promote economic development.
• Innovation — Embrace the latest theories and technologies to support student and community success.
• Excellence — Prioritize high quality education, services, and continuous improvement in a dynamic learning environment.
• Community — Value deep connections to communities by working together to provide solutions through student success.
• Support — Empower individuals by supporting their success with quality experiences and services designed to meet their needs.
• Integrity — Uphold honesty and accountability in a diverse, open, and ethical learning and working environment.
• Respect — Value each individual and approach all interactions mindfully, with civility, empathy, and openness to new and differing ideas.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all EMS/Fire/Law equipment and training props are properly maintained and repaired per OSHA, NFPA, DOT, and Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services requirements.
• Clean, inventory, stock, and repair equipment; update electronic equipment database as necessary.
• Deliver equipment and support materials to class locations across the district on time; plan organized return of equipment and materials to proper storage or next class site using vans, pick‑up trucks, and sometimes large trailers.
• Assist emergency services instructors in the instructional process for assigned classes as qualified by the managing specialist.
• Collect and maintain necessary documents for personnel functions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree (or two years post‑secondary education) in a related field and two years related work experience.
• Equivalency: High school diploma plus four years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Possess a current CDL driver’s license or obtain one within three months of hire.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and ability to apply technology to tasks and projects.
• Ability to contribute to a team environment while maintaining positivity and professionalism.
• Strong customer‑service skills focused on creative problem solving.
• Time‑management skills demonstrating organization, prioritization, multitasking, and independent work.
• Ability to obtain driver’s license and insurance coverage per College policy.
• Ability to pass a skills test involving hooking up, pulling, backing up, and unhooking a trailer.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Firefighter I or Wisconsin Department of Commerce approved Entry Level Firefighter I.
• State of Wisconsin licensed EMR/EMT or higher and Nationally Registered EMR/EMT or higher.
• Corrections or Law Enforcement training and/or applicable licensing/certification.
• EMS/Fire Instructor I or II.
• Class‑B Commercial Driver’s License with Air Brake Endorsement.
• Occupational currency with a Fire/EMS organization maintained throughout employment.
• Experience connecting and hauling trailers.

Pay

FY27 Salary — Grade H — $22.08 per hour.

Benefits

• Paid leave.
• Optional participation in retirement savings plans.

Schedule

Part‑time.