Public Safety Emergency Vehicle Technician

Performs highly skilled technical and mechanical work involving the inspection, diagnosis, maintenance, repair, and overhaul of the Town's fleet of fire apparatus, ambulances, police vehicles, and emergency response equipment. Serves as the Foxborough Fire & Rescue Department's Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT), ensuring that emergency vehicles and equipment remain safe, reliable, and operational to support emergency response services. Performs preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, inspections, testing, and related fleet management activities in accordance with manufacturer specifications, industry standards, and applicable regulations. Performs comprehensive inspection, diagnosis, repair, maintenance, and overhaul of fire apparatus, ambulances, police cruisers, emergency response vehicles, and related vehicles and equipment. Conducts scheduled preventative maintenance, safety inspections, and routine servicing to maximize vehicle reliability, minimize downtime, and ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations. Diagnoses, repairs, and maintains diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, drivetrains, steering, suspension, braking systems, air brake systems, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, charging systems, and electronic vehicle components. Inspects, diagnoses, repairs, and tests fire pumps, aerial devices, emergency warning systems, lighting, communication equipment, and other specialized emergency vehicle systems. Operates computerized diagnostic equipment and manufacturer-specific software to identify mechanical and electronic system deficiencies and complete repairs. Operates and maintains a variety of hand tools, power tools, specialty equipment, testing devices, and diagnostic instruments used in vehicle maintenance and repair. Responds to emergency scenes or roadside incidents, as necessary, to provide mechanical assistance, transport emergency vehicles or equipment, and restore apparatus to service. Maintains detailed maintenance, repair, inspection, inventory, and service records for departmental vehicles and equipment. Assists with fleet planning, equipment evaluation, warranty coordination, vendor communications, and recommendations regarding vehicle replacement, repairs, and preventative maintenance schedules. Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work environment while complying with applicable safety standards, departmental policies, and environmental regulations governing vehicle maintenance and hazardous materials. Performs similar or related work as required, directed, or as situation dictates. Regular attendance at the workplace is required. High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical training in automotive, diesel, heavy equipment, or emergency vehicle maintenance is preferred. Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in automotive and heavy vehicle maintenance and repair, including at least five (5) years of experience maintaining emergency vehicles, fire apparatus, or comparable specialty equipment; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to pass an in-depth background check. Possession of a valid Massachusetts Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class A or Class B. Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) certification and Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications are preferred. Experience servicing Pierce Manufacturing apparatus, Ford vehicles, and manufacturer-specific diagnostic systems is preferred. Works under the general supervision of the Deputy Chief of Fleet Services or designee. Performs highly skilled technical work requiring considerable independent judgment in diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, determining appropriate repair methods, prioritizing workload, and ensuring the operational readiness of emergency response vehicles. May provide technical guidance and assistance to department personnel regarding vehicle maintenance and fleet operations. Work is performed primarily in a vehicle maintenance facility, repair shop, and outdoor settings under varying environmental conditions. The position requires frequent exposure to mechanical hazards, moving machinery, electrical systems, petroleum products, fuels, oils, cleaning solvents, hydraulic fluids, fumes, dust, noise, vibration, and varying temperatures. Work may involve responding to emergency scenes, operating in confined spaces, working at elevated heights, and performing repairs during adverse weather conditions. Extended or irregular work hours may occasionally be required to support emergency operations and maintain fleet readiness. Employee is regularly required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, crawl, reach, lift, push, pull, and work in awkward positions while performing vehicle inspections and repairs. Frequently required to lift and move objects weighing up to 75 pounds. Must be able to operate hand and power tools, diagnostic equipment, and heavy shop equipment. Vision, hearing, manual dexterity, and physical stamina sufficient to safely perform the essential functions of the position are required.