Fire Apparatus and Fleet Mechanic

Chino Valley Fire District is accepting applications for the position of Fire Apparatus and Fleet Mechanic. Our Mission is to provide exceptional service while safeguarding the community. As an organization, we do this by hiring employees who seek excellence in everything they do, remain accountable, value the public's trust above all, and continuously seek improvement. We aim for our culture to match our Values of Faithfulness, Integrity,Respect, and Excellence. We welcome you to begin the first steps of joining our fire family with this application process.

Chino Valley Fire District is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. 

Position Summary
Under the general supervision of the Deputy Chief of Support Services and/or their designee, performs skilled work in the full range of equipment, vehicles, and fire service apparatus of the District; performs related duties as assigned.
 
Essential Job Functions
The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, this job specification is intended to identify essential functions and requirements of the job and should not be considered all-inclusive.
 

• Conducts orientation and training of new employees and ensures that safety practices and equipment maintenance standards are achieved.
• Performs safety inspections, work-quality control, routine and preventive maintenance, repair heavy truck chassis, fire components, pumpers, aerials, ambulances, and other District vehicles.
• Performs major repair work on water pumps and pump transmissions, foam systems, water valves and instrumentation, drive-train, steering, hydraulic, electrical, suspension, air compression, air/hydraulic brake systems, ignition, hydraulic pumps, electrical and controls and air conditioning systems.
• Inspects, diagnoses, repairs, overhauls, and replaces systems and components including, but not limited to engines, brakes, transmission, suspension, steering, cooling, heating/ventilation/air conditioning, exhaust, electrical, fuel systems (diesel, gasoline, CNG, electromotive), emissions, hydraulic, body/cabin, safety, District generators, District compressors, and related computer-controlled systems or components.
• Inspects wheels and tires; performs all tire maintenance functions, including dismounting, repairing, remounting, and balancing various tires in service on District fleet vehicles.
• Performs fabrication tasks using various welding and cutting tools and equipment.
• Identifies needed parts, prepares part(s) request form, and conducts quality control on amounts received.
• Responds to road calls and performs on-site diagnostics and repairs on vehicles and equipment.
• Performs work as directed by the Deputy Chief and/or their designee.
• Performs occasional metal work such as cutting, welding, soldering, minor fabrication and outfitting of new vehicles.
• Ensures shop cleanliness and maintenance regularly.
• Processes and tracks repair orders.
• Performs road tests on vehicles to assure proper operating levels.
• Operates computer to document repair work and maintenance daily.
• Monitors and advises all safety-related issues related to the shop area, vehicles, and wherever maintenance is performed.
• Maintains shop inventory by coordinating standard part and tool purchases with vendors; tracks and updates parts and service records.
• Arranges for the delivery and return of fire vehicles and equipment as part of exterior repairs.
• Overhauls and repairs gas and diesel engines and transmissions, including valves, pistons, piston rings, main bearings, and crankshafts.
• Repairs and maintains district generators and compressors, including service records.
• Performs primary engine diagnosis involving testing, analysis, adjustments, and modifications of compression and hydraulic systems and emissions systems.
• Repairs front suspension systems, including bushings, kingpins, tie rods, and ball joints.
• Evaluates how specialized electrical, electronic, and mechanical adaptations of equipment can be completed in a cost-effective and timely manner, either with shop personnel or other service providers.
• Drives service vehicles and Fire apparatus into and out of the Fire Shop bays and other locations for maintenance work and to perform road test drives.
• May participate in District apparatus specifications and procurement with a designated team.
• May need to perform emergency repair work after hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Keeps current with new technology, including participating in District-wide required training.
• Disposes of hazardous waste by safety guidelines.
• Assists with District events, functions, and training for firefighters/drivers.
• Prioritize work assignments based on the District’s evolving priorities and day-to-day needs.
• Review service orders or work requests and independently diagnoses causes of more complex problems determines the extent of needed repairs or adjustments and whether exterior repairs or manufacturer recall work might be required
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in the performance of the work.
• Gasoline and diesel engines' operating principles and mechanical repair of heavy trucks and equipment.
• Methods, materials, tools, and techniques in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining various heavy and light equipment.
• Electrical, electronic, and heavy equipment hydraulic systems.
• Safety procedures and precautions governing the operation, maintenance, and use of tools, vehicles, and equipment.
• Operating principles of gasoline and diesel engines and fuel injection systems; mechanical tune-up, smog testing, and general repair and maintenance procedures and techniques.
• Diagnosis and troubleshooting procedures required to solve significant maintenance and complex repair problems.
• Demonstrate exemplary customer service.

Ability to:

• Work and act independently.
• Operate volt ohmmeter, amp meter, pressure gauges, nozzle, valve repair kits, calibrating tools for engines, micrometers, dial calipers, welders, grinders, torches, brazing rods, precision gauges, and inspection/ diagnostic equipment.
• Utilizes Fire District provided quality tool sets, specialty tools, diagnostic software to perform all repairs. Mechanic may elect to use personal tool sets but is not required to do so.
• Read and follow the simple to complicated instructions, schematics, and other information in repair manuals and repair of fire and EMS vehicles and equipment.
• Perform calculations and work with numbers to solve problems.
• Read and understand reference books, complicated procedures and manuals.
• Pay attention to detail while ensuring crews observe safety precautions.
• Appropriately record repairs and parts used.
• Adapt available tools and repairing parts to specific repair problems.
• Use a computer and basic knowledge of word processing.
• Performing welding, cutting, and fabrication work.
• Responsibly use and care for tools used in equipment repair work.
• Complete and check work service records and time reports.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, contractors, and vendors.
• Overhaul, repair, maintain and inspect automobiles, light and heavy-duty vehicles, and equipment.

Education:

• Completion of High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Possession of a California Class A or B California Driver License (CDL) with a favorable driving record, or the ability to acquire within six months of employment.
• Must obtain Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) I certification within two years of hire date.
• As a pre-requisite for D step advancement, must obtain Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) II certification within three years of hire date.
• As a pre-requisite for E step advancement, must obtain Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) III certification within four years of hire date.
• The incumbent must maintain all certifications throughout the course of employment in this classification.

Experience:

• Three (3) years of mechanical repair and maintenance work on light and heavy gasoline/diesel machinery, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge and experience, including the repair, service, and maintenance of fire equipment, is required.

Highly Desired:

• Emergency Vehicle Technician Series I, II & III.
• ASE mechanic certification in applicable fields.
• MVAC Technician Certificate – EPA Clean Air Section 609.

Physical Profile
Work is performed in a typical automotive repair shop, field, or fire station with the following characteristics:

• Mobility – frequent bending, twisting, reaching, kneeling, and lifting such as retrieving and replacing materials, supplies and inventory maintenance, and repairing vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Lifting – frequently up to 50 pounds; occasionally up to 75 pounds.
• Vision – constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; occasional color and depth vision.
• Dexterity – frequent repetitive motion; regular repair tools; grasping, holding, and reaching.
• Hearing/Talking – frequent hearing and talking, in person and on the phone.
• Emotional/Psychological – frequent decision-making and concentration; systematic supervisor and co-worker contact; occasional working alone.
• Environmental – Work is performed in an automotive repair shop or at a fire station; may be subject to exposure to extreme weather conditions, hazardous chemicals, and fumes common to automotive repair shops.
• Operates various emergency vehicles and equipment on an as-needed basis (for testing purposes)

Please scan and upload all certifications if available (i.e. Driver's license, ASE certification, etc.) with your application form prior to submission.

Applicants are also expected to review and be in compliance with the District's Grooming Standard. (click to review)

First application Review: 10/07/2026May include the following:

Application Appraisal, Written Examination, Practical Examination, Panel Interview, Background Investigation, Reference Check, and Physical Examination, including Drug Screen.