Equipment Technician - Fire Department

Equipment Technician - Fire Department

Salary

$40,560.00 Annually

Location

Fire Department Administration Complex, 1515 E. Ursuline Lubbock, TX

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

E725-5615

Department

Fire Department

Division

5615 - Fire Equipment Maintenance

Opening Date

07/25/2026

Closing Date

8/7/2026 5:00 PM Central

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Summary

Performs mechanical repairs requiring adjustments to a variety of automotive equipment, and performs preventive maintenance.

Essential Functions

• Perform all the duties of an equipment technician helper;
• Repair automobiles, trucks, heavy and specialized equipment requiring minor and major adjustments to ensure proper levels of performance;
• Diagnose and repair cooling, heating, and air conditioning systems;
• Perform tune-ups and engine overhauls;
• Replace, repair, and overhaul fuel systems;
• Repair or replace electrical components;
• Perform brake overhauls on vehicles;
• Operate wrecker to tow vehicles to fleet maintenance facilities;
• Perform a variety of repairs on chassis and suspension systems;
• Use welding equipment to make repairs or fabricate metal parts;
• Perform related duties as directed.

Qualifications

Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional two years of experience in automotive mechanics; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:

Physical Exam Required

Valid Current Commercial Drivers License

Fleet Department

Must have the ability to atain a CDL License within one year.

Fire Department:

Ability to obtain a Class B Non-CDL License.

Solid Waste Disposal:

Valid CDL with Haz-mat endorsement is required.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Methods, techniques, and tools used in automotive repair.

Ability to:

• Perform in-depth diagnostics on vehicles.
• Operate a variety of automotive diagnostic equipment.
• Meet the certification and competency standards established for the position.
• Communicate effectively with others.
• Use troubleshooting skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Frequently walk and stand during the shift
• Frequently climb ladders, stairs and inclined surfaces
• Frequently bend and kneel during the shift
• Push objects away from oneself
• Continuously flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially at the knees
• Occasionally move body in a crawling motion in order to repair vehicles
• Continuously rotate upper trunk to the left or right while sitting or standing
• Frequently reach above, at or below shoulder height
• Coordinate eye, hand and foot movement in order to operate a vehicle

The City of Lubbock provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package. To view the employee benefits click here.

01

Do you have completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have at least two years of experience in automotive mechanics?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a Valid Current Commercial Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

04

If you answered "No" on the previous question, will you have the ability to obtain a Class B Non-CDL License?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Lubbock

Address 1314 Avenue K

Lubbock, Texas, 79401

Phone 806-775-2303

Website http://www.mylubbock.us