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Jobs: San Marcos – Fleet Technician

The City of San Marcos is seeking a dynamic, high energy, self-starter for the Fleet Technician position. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of a wide range of fleet vehicles and be adept at using electronic diagnostic tools, troubleshooting electrical issues, and maintaining systems on emergency response vehicles, apparatus, and equipment while being able to perform work in a fast paced and challenging environment.

Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills are essential, as the role involves close collaboration with the Fire and Sheriff’s Departments while maintaining/servicing apparatus, vehicles, motorcycles, and other equipment.

Join us and be a part of a team that values excellence, dedication, and community service. Apply today and make a meaningful impact in your community through your technical expertise and commitment to public service.

Summary Description:

Under general direction supervision, performs various tasks relative to the repair and maintenance of vehicles and heavy/light equipment. Performs after-hours emergency response as required.

This is the journey-level class in the Mechanic series. In addition to the duties of the Mechanic Assistant, the Fleet Technician inspects, diagnoses and locates mechanical difficulties in City automobiles and a variety of diesel and gasoline powered maintenance and construction equipment. Maintains and repairs components and operating systems of vehicles and equipment. Incumbents perform independently, without technical supervisor and are responsible for maintaining and repairing high performance firefighting apparatus, emergency vehicles, vehicles, and equipment.

The Fleet Technician is a full journey-level class responsible for maintaining, repairing and servicing a wide variety of City owned and rental fleet. Some vehicles and/or equipment contain complex firefighting apparatus / equipment, generators, invertors, heating and cooling systems, plumbing fixtures and equipment, radios, FLIR, CAN communication networks, and pneumatic/hydraulic systems. Assignments vary, encompass a variety of tasks, seldom require detailed instructions, and require sound, independent judgement and initiative. Fleet Technicians are required to provide their own toolbox and hand tools.

For all the information please click this link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanmarcos/jobs/5153987/fleet-technician

Training: Bauer Compressors Inc.

Thanks again to Bauer Compressors Inc. for hosting our last NCFMA training. We appreciate the hospitality and continued support for the NCFMA.

The next meeting will be at Burton’s Fire

Jobs: City of Murrieta – Senior Fire Equipment Mechanic

City of Murrieta – Senior Fire Equipment Mechanic

This listing closes on 8/20/2025 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada)

  • Employer – City of Murrieta
  • Salary  – $95,109.23 – $115,605.86 Annually
  • Location – Murrieta, CA
  • Job Type – Full-Time
  • Job Number – 2025-38
  • Department – Murrieta Fire & Rescue
  • Division – Fire Fleet Maintenance
  • Opening Date – 07/23/2025
  • Closing Date – 8/20/2025 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada)
  • FLSA – Non-Exempt
  • Bargaining Unit – MGEA

Description and Essential Functions

The City of Murrieta is accepting applications for the position of Senior Fire Equipment Mechanic to fill a current vacancy in our Fire Department . The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to one (1) year.

DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled or skilled duties in the servicing and repair of vehicle and equipment used in fire department operations; prioritizes and schedules work based on operational needs and direction from management; coordinates maintenance services with external vendors; ensures all mandated inspections are completed; and performs related work as required.

Link to full job posting: https://www.governmentjobs.com/jobs/5010027-0/senior-fire-equipment-mechanic

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