Fire Apparatus Service Technician

Fire Apparatus Service Technician HME Ahrens-Fox

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4 Wyoming, MI Job Details Full-time 13 hours ago Benefits Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Electrical repair Safe work practices Computer operation Defect detection (quality control) Mechanical assembly Blueprint specification interpretation Equipment repair Computer literacy Equipment installation High school diploma or GED Electrical systems installation Plumbing Truck servicing Wiring and circuitry work Quality standards in production Computer skills Equipment maintenance Pipe installation Clean workspace maintenance Stainless steel Automotive diagnostics Entry level Mechanical systems repair

Full Job Description Summary:

As Fire Apparatus Service Technician, you will be completing Change Order requests on Stock/Customer trucks and correcting defects found during Customer Inspections or a returning Demo Truck that has been in the field.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Installing added options on a Sold Stock Truck, Sold Demo Truck, and/or a Customer Inspection add requests that could be to any area of a completed Fire Apparatus/Aerial including but not limited to: Hooking up/customizing/building of plumbing components that consist of the following different types: Stainless Steel Pipe/Reinforced Flex Pipe/Hydraulic High

• and Low-Pressure lines Building up and installing added Compartment accessories

Example:

Shelfs, Pullout Trays, Down and Out Trays, etc. Completing Repairs and Maintenance to Demo Trucks that have been out on the road.

Example:

Changing lights, repairing/changing damaged components, Aerial Maintenance (with training), etc. Completing minor electrical tasks Changing/adding wiring and connection points as needed for new options added Basic diagnostics on systems for trouble shooting Read, interpret, and follow basic blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and other written instructions or procedures to accurately assemble equipment and products. Utilize a variety of tools for assembly. Identify product defects and complete appropriate documentation when defects are discovered. Rework and/or repair assembled equipment and products according to engineering specification changes. Perform all work in accordance with established safety and quality standards. Maintain a clean and safe workplace and always perform work safely. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED. Mechanical skills Ability to read, interpret and follow basic blueprints, diagrams, engineering drawings, specifications, bills of material and other written instructions or procedures, or the ability to learn to do so. Working knowledge of mobile hydraulic and electric circuitry and the ability to read and understand hydraulic and electric circuit drawings, or the ability to learn to do so. Ability to use analytical thinking and reasoning to problem-solve. Ability to effectively organize assigned work so that job tasks are performed efficiently, accurately, according to schedule. Basic computer navigation and utilization skills and knowledge. High degree of attention to detail, self-motivation, and ability to work with minimal supervision.

General Physical Requirements:

moderate to heavy work

• required to exert up to 40 lbs.

of force regularly, occasionally, up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, up to 75 lbs. of force rarely.

Working Conditions:

this position is subject to an inside working environment and will be exposed to: noise

• loud, sharp, extended, impulse; up to, and occasionally more than, 85dBA (which may require use of hearing protection) vibration
• directed to hands, wrists, elbows, shoulders from the use of electric and pneumatic (impact) hand tools of varying sizes, hazards
• electric current; oils and lubricants; moving mechanical parts; chemical cleaners and solvents; sharp blades and edges; airborne dust, metal, and fibrous shavings; occasional intense light from welding in work area or adjacent work areas; working on elevated platforms, ladders, and scaffolds.

Physical Activities, Ergonomic Considerations:

this position will be exposed to: standing, walking for majority of work shift reaching in any direction, above and below shoulder level lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing objects weighing up to 30 lbs. performing work in a crouched, squatting, kneeling, or stooped position (body bent forward and down from waist) for extended periods of time, crawling under a vehicle chassis and performing precision work while laying prone or crouched with arms raised upwards, for extended periods. repetitive grasping, pinching with fingers; repetitive pulling, pushing, twisting of wrists, elbows, and shoulders. balancing while on an elevated work platform, ladder, or scaffold stepping up to work surfaces up to 26 inches in height. HME is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment and advancement opportunities to all employees and applicants. HME prohibits discrimination in employment opportunities or employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.