Emergency Vehicle Technician I, II or III - $5,000 Sign On Bonus

Why Join Us?

• $5,000 Sign on Bonus 
  • Bonus payments are issued in accordance with the terms outlined below and are contingent upon continued employment and fulfillment of all position requirements.
    • 50% of the sign-on bonus will be paid upon completion of six (6) months of continuous employment.
    • The remaining 50% will be paid upon successful completion of one-year of employment.
• Retirement and Health Benefits:

  • The city’s retirement program helps you plan for a secure future. The Defined Benefit Pension plan provides a guaranteed monthly benefit at retirement, with a 10-year vesting period, a 2% multiplier at normal retirement, and a required 7.75% pre-tax contribution; the City funds the remainder and assumes the investment risk. Employees can also join the optional 401(a) plan with no required contribution, a 7% City contribution, and a one-year vesting. Optional Roth IRA and 457 Deferred Compensation plans are also available.

  • Annual leave and sick leave each accrue at 8 hours per month. Annual leave increases after 5 full years of service. 

  • Comprehensive health benefits are available to support you and your family. View full details in our Benefits Guide linked here: 2026 Boca Raton Employee Benefits Guide

• Career Growth: Our structured advancement path includes Emergency Vehicle Technician I, Emergency Vehicle Technician II and Emergency Vehicle Technician III, each with pay increases and expanding responsibilities. Placement depends on experience, with opportunities to grow at every stage.
• Training & Development: Gain hands-on experience working on emergency vehicles and equipment that includes gasoline- and diesel-powered fire apparatus, aerial ladder trucks, rescue units, and related emergency response vehicles and equipment, with all training provided for career advancement.
• Community Impact: Play a critical role in ensuring operational readiness and continuity for Fire Rescue Services which directly supports the ability to respond to emergencies and protect the community.

Positions Available:

• Emergency Vehicle Technician I: Starting salary range from $28.42/hour to $36.44/hour, based on experience and certifications. 
• Emergency Vehicle Technician II: Starting salary range from $29.84/hour to $38.26/hour, based on experience and certifications. 
• Emergency Vehicle Technician III: Starting salary range from $31.33/hour to $40.17/hour, based on experience and certifications.

Selected candidates may be considered for placement as either an Emergency Vehicle Technician I (313), Emergency Vehicle Technician II (314), or Emergency Vehicle Technician III (315) for Emergency Service vehicles within the Fire Rescue department based on their certifications, experience, and technical competencies. Employees are encouraged to pursue continued professional development and may utilize employer-provided resources and support to obtain or maintain ASE and EVT certifications.

• Perform diagnostics, repair and specialty maintenance of a variety of medium and heavy-duty fire and pump apparatus and firefighting equipment 
• Performs routine preventive maintenance work on City vehicles following suggested manufacturer and City standards. 
• Repair major vehicular systems and components such as the power plant, drive train, cooling, steering and suspension, electrical, hydraulic, air-conditioning, brakes and body, and computer systems. 
• Repair system and components such as belts, hoses, tires, lamps, tune-ups, and new vehicle preparations. 
• Repair shop equipment and tools. 
• Performs welding repairs and modifications/fabrications. 
• Road tests vehicles for adequacy and completeness of repairs. 
• Diagnoses malfunctioning vehicular systems and components and recommends most effective solutions. 
• Inspects vehicles to ensure that they comply with all statutory safety requirements.
• Performs road service repairs in Boca Raton and surrounding cities. 
• Completes preventive maintenance forms correctly. 
• Assists in cleaning the shop work area. 

• The methods, tools, and equipment used in the repair of passenger cars, trucks, construction, and maintenance equipment.  
• Scan tools, OEM software (where applicable), and basic laptop-based diagnostics 
• The repair and adjustment of a wide variety of specialized fire equipment, pumps, and apparatus. 

• The methods, tools, and equipment used in the repair of passenger cars, trucks, construction, and maintenance equipment.  
• Scan tools, OEM software (where applicable), and basic laptop-based diagnostics 
• The repair and adjustment of a wide variety of specialized fire equipment, pumps, and apparatus. 

• Diagnose the more common defects in the drive trains, chassis, and other components of automotive equipment. 
• Inspect, test, and maintain fire pumps and related valves or pressure relief systems. 
• Adapt available tools and repair parts to specific repair problems. 
• Interpret work from sketches, diagrams, and installation and repair charts. 
• Lift articles weighing 50 pounds. 
• Understand and follow instructions in both oral and written form. 

Selected candidate may be considered for placement within the classification and pay range of Emergency Vehicle Technician I, Emergency Vehicle Technician II or Emergency Vehicle Technician III, subject to the criteria outlined below:

Minimum Qualifications:

Emergency Vehicle Technician I:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent 
• Two (2) years of experience in heavy equipment maintenance and repair WITH one (1) year of experience as a diesel mechanic; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. 
• Valid State of Florida Class “B” CDL Driver License with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period.

Emergency Vehicle Technician II:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent 
• Two (2) years of experience in heavy equipment maintenance and repair WITH one (1) year of experience as a diesel mechanic; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience.   
•  Valid State of Florida Class “B” CDL Driver License with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period 
• Certification by the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) in two or more of the following:

• T2 - Truck – Diesel Engines 
• T3 - Truck – Drive Train 
• T4 - Truck – Brakes 
• T5 - Truck – Suspension & Steering 
• T6 - Truck – Electrical / Electronic Systems 
• T7 - Truck – Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC) 

• Certification by the Emergency Vehicle Technician Certification Commission (EVTCC) in two or more of the following:

• F1 - Maintenance, Inspection, and Testing of Fire Apparatus 
• F2 - Design & Performance Standards of Fire Apparatus 
• F3 - Fire Pumps & Accessories 
• F4 - Fire Apparatus Electrical Systems 
• F5 - Aerial Fire Apparatus 
• F6 - Allison Automatic Transmissions 

Emergency Vehicle Technician III:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Three (3) years of relevant experience in emergency vehicle maintenance or equivalent heavy-duty fleet work
• Valid State of Florida Class “B” CDL Driver License with no more than six (6) points in a three (3) year period
• Certification by the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) in four or more of the following:

• • T2 - Truck – Diesel Engines
  • T3 - Truck – Drive Train
  • T4 - Truck – Brakes
  • T5 - Truck – Suspension & Steering
  • T6 - Truck – Electrical / Electronic Systems
  • T7 - Truck – Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC)
• Certification by the Emergency Vehicle Technician Certification Commission (EVTCC) in three or more of the following:
  • F1 - Maintenance, Inspection, and Testing of Fire Apparatus
  • F2 - Design & Performance Standards of Fire Apparatus
  • F3 - Fire Pumps & Accessories
  • F4 - Fire Apparatus Electrical Systems
  • F5 - Aerial Fire Apparatus
  • F6 - Allison Automatic Transmissions

• Abstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products for at least one year prior to their date of hire and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty.

• Criminal Background Check 
• Employment Verification 
• Motor Vehicles Report (MVR) Check 
• Certification/License Verification 
• Physical Examination 
• Drug and Alcohol Screening