SCBA Repair Specialist

About the role

Inspects, repairs, maintains, tests and recertifies all Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and other related SCBA equipment.

Requirements

• Submit a complete application, including education, work experience, a resume (if applicable), and completed supplemental questions.
• Be or become a resident of the City of Pittsburgh prior to employment and maintain residency throughout employment.
• Hold a current, valid Pennsylvania Class C Driver’s License prior to appointment and maintain it throughout employment.
• Obtain the SCBA C.A.R.E. certification within three months of hire and maintain certification throughout employment.
• Pass a pre-employment background investigation including criminal background, driver’s license, and City of Pittsburgh real estate tax payments.
• Submit official transcripts verifying post-secondary education prior to hire.

Qualifying Requirements

• Work Experience: One (1) year of full-time experience in repairing, servicing/maintaining equipment (e.g., self-contained breathing apparatus, related fire equipment, etc.). Less than full-time experience will be calculated on a pro-rated basis.
• Education/Training: None required for this position.
• Equivalency: Education/training may substitute for work experience on a year-for-year basis if the application clearly shows the required number of years to meet the Total Qualifying Requirement for this position, based on the sum of work experience and education/training listed above. The Total Qualifying Requirement is one (1) year.

Medical Examination

Required.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, repairs, maintains, tests and recertifies all City SCBA and respirator equipment (e.g., Fire Bureau, Emergency Medical Services Bureau and Police Bureau).
• Inspects, repairs, maintains, and tests other related SCBA equipment (personal alarms, backpacks, etc.).
• Maintains all records relating to testing and recertification.
• Coordinates duties with equipment manufacturers, vendors and associated SCBA agencies.
• Maintains SCBA inventory parts system.
• Answers and responds to daily calls from engine companies, truck companies and Emergency Medical Services and Police for all breakdowns and malfunctions of SCBA, backpacks, and related equipment.
• Performs quantitative fit test in accordance with Manufacturer’s guidelines.
• Performs other related tasks and duties as assigned or required.

Salary: $28.35 per hour.