The San José Fire Department's (SJFD) mission is to serve the community by protecting life, property, and the environment through prevention and response. SJFD is a high-volume, high-performance, "all hazard" fire department, responding to approximately 93,000 calls for service each year from 33 Fire Stations. SJFD's service area includes a number of high-hazard occupancies, including an international airport; a general aviation reliever airport; five major hospitals (including two trauma centers, and five emergency departments); the SAP Center, home of the NHL's San Jose Sharks (17,500 capacity); PayPal Park, home of MLS's San Jose Earthquakes (18,000 capacity); San José State University (the oldest public institution of higher education on the West Coast) with a student population of 33,409; three super regional malls; approximately 100 high-rise structures; and the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The EMS Division, within the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and Training, provides leadership and oversight of the Department's emergency medical services system. The EMS Division is responsible for clinical care, infection control, public health preparedness, quality improvement, workforce development, community paramedicine, and regulatory compliance in support of high-quality patient care and the health and safety of Department personnel. For more information on the San José Fire Department (SJFD), please visit the website here . Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third-party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose's website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers . The San José Fire Department is seeking to fill one (1) full-time Fire Equipment Technician position in the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and Training. Salary range for this classification is $85,696.00
80 annually. Actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate's qualifications and experience. The Fire Equipment Technician will primarily support the EMS Division by inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and managing EMS equipment, medical supply systems, inventory, logistics, and equipment-readiness programs that ensure field personnel have the equipment and supplies necessary to deliver high-quality emergency medical care. The position may also support equipment management and logistics needs throughout the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and Training. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Inspect, test, troubleshoot, maintain, and perform authorized minor repairs on EMS equipment and associated components in accordance with manufacturer specifications, Department procedures, and applicable regulatory and safety requirements. Evaluate equipment readiness and determine whether equipment may be returned to service, requires repair by an authorized service provider, or should be replaced or retired. Coordinate the annual inspection, testing, tracking, preventive maintenance, certification, and repair of Advanced Life Support equipment and other EMS equipment. Establish and maintain preventive maintenance schedules and accurate equipment inspection, maintenance, repair, certification, and service records. Coordinate service, repair, warranty, and replacement needs with equipment manufacturers, suppliers, and authorized service vendors. Manage and maintain inventory levels of EMS medical supplies, equipment, parts, and materials. Monitor inventory levels and forecast supply and equipment needs to ensure adequate stock is available to support emergency medical operations. Coordinate the requisition, receiving, storage, distribution, and replenishment of EMS supplies and equipment. Manage the EMS medical supply vending machine system, including stocking non-controlled medications and medical supplies, monitoring inventory levels, reviewing utilization, and coordinating replenishment. Maintain accurate and current records of inventory, equipment, parts, supply transactions, inspections, maintenance, and distribution. Manage and support the Citywide Public Access Defibrillator Program, including AED inventory, site inspections, equipment readiness, maintenance tracking, recordkeeping, and coordination with City departments and program sites. Provide or coordinate site-level PAD Program training, as appropriate or needed, including AED inspection procedures, equipment readiness checks, documentation requirements, and program responsibilities. Perform routine AED readiness inspections and authorized maintenance and coordinate repairs or replacement when equipment does not meet established readiness standards. Assist with the administration of vendor contracts, purchase orders, purchasing cards, invoices, and other procurement activities related to EMS equipment and supplies. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, service providers, and other City departments. Research and recommend EMS equipment, supplies, replacement products, and vendors based on operational needs, product performance, compatibility, maintenance requirements, and cost. Develop and implement inventory and equipment-management procedures that improve efficiency, maintain operational readiness, and reduce equipment downtime, loss, expiration, and waste. Ensure equipment and supply management activities comply with applicable regulatory, safety, manufacturer, and Department requirements. Support Community Paramedicine equipment, supply, inventory, maintenance, and logistics needs. Provide equipment information, status updates, and technical assistance to Department personnel. Identify and recommend process improvements related to equipment inspection and maintenance, inventory control, equipment readiness, supply distribution, and materials management. Maintain clean, safe, and organized equipment storage, maintenance, and work areas. Support equipment inspection, maintenance, inventory, and logistics needs within the Training Division and elsewhere within the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services and Training, as assigned. Perform other duties of a similar nature or level as assigned.
Education and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience equivalent to completion of high school and five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in warehousing, inventory control, maintenance, and repair of equipment, including two (2) years of experience in the maintenance and repair of equipment and small tools involving a high level of technology and expertise.
Licenses or Certifications:
Possession of a valid State of California Driver's License.
Physical Requirement:
Heavy work, including exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include: Job Expertise
- Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional and technical principles and practices, departmental procedures and policies, and federal, state, and local rules and regulations.
The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of or experience in one or more of the following areas: Inspection, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of technical, medical, electronic, or mechanical equipment. Use and care of common equipment-repair tools and adherence to repair-shop safety standards and precautions. Emergency Medical Services equipment, medical supplies, or healthcare and public-safety logistics. Automated External Defibrillators and Public Access Defibrillator programs. Inventory control, warehousing, materials management, and supply distribution. Inventory forecasting, stock-level management, expiration tracking, and waste reduction. Inventory-management software, equipment-tracking systems, databases, and electronic recordkeeping. Medical supply vending machines or other automated inventory-distribution systems. Preventive maintenance scheduling, equipment-readiness programs, and lifecycle replacement planning. Purchasing, requisitions, purchase orders, invoices, and vendor contract administration. Coordination with equipment manufacturers, suppliers, and authorized service providers. Equipment research, product evaluation, compatibility assessment, standardization, and replacement planning. Applicable safety, regulatory, manufacturer, maintenance, and record keeping requirements. Development and implementation of equipment, inventory, and materials-management procedures. Providing instruction or technical guidance related to equipment inspection, readiness, documentation, care, and maintenance. Current Emergency Medical Technician certification and/or experience supporting Emergency Medical Services, healthcare, fire service, or other public-safety operations is highly desirable. Communication Skills
- Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective listening skills; and displays openness to other people's ideas and perspectives. Computer Skills
- Uses common business computer applications, inventory-management software, equipment-tracking systems, and electronic databases to maintain records, monitor inventory, prepare reports, and communicate equipment and supply information. Customer Service
- Demonstrates the ability to anticipate customer needs and deliver services effectively and efficiently while maintaining a professional demeanor. Fiscal Management
- Understands the relationship between budgets, resources, purchasing, contracts, and operational priorities and complies with established administrative controls over funds and procurements. Initiative
- Exhibits resourceful behavior in meeting job objectives; anticipates problems; plans ahead; identifies process improvements; and demonstrates a willingness to assume additional responsibilities and pursue continuing education. Reliability
- Completes quality work assignments in a timely and efficient manner; fulfills responsibilities; maintains accurate and thorough records; and follows established equipment, inventory, and safety procedures. Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills
- Develops effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, Department personnel, vendors, service providers, and other City departments through collaboration, communication, and conflict resolution.
Bilingual or multilingual communication skills are highly desirable. Proficiency in Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, Tagalog, or other languages commonly spoken within the San José community is preferred. The successful candidate must be able to work independently, manage multiple priorities, maintain accurate and organized records, and respond effectively to changing equipment, inventory, and operational needs. The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all job-specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered, or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process may consist of one or more interviews, one of which may include a practical and/or writing exercise. The application deadline is 11:59 PM on July 20, 2026 If you have questions about the duties of this position, the selection process, or the hiring process, please contact Ellesia Janto at Ellesia.
Janto@sanjoseca.gov .
