Fire Apparatus Technician
Salary
$27.85 - $44.56 Hourly
Location
Cobb County Fire Annex Marietta, GA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
05101
Department
Fire Department
Opening Date
08/06/2026
Closing Date
8/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Grade Code
111
Position Information
The purpose of this classification is to perform complex maintenance and repair of County-owned fire apparatus to include heavy duty trucks greater than 1-ton, fire engines, fire aerial apparatus, fire tractor drawn aerials and to provide lead guidance and training to less experienced Truck and Equipment Technicians.
Essential Functions
Leads and coordinates daily work activities of assigned co-workers, confers with supervisor to obtain direction regarding work assignments and priorities; organizes tasks in order to complete assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with co-workers; assists with complex situations and provides technical expertise; assists with training and instructing co-workers regarding operational procedures and proper use of equipment.
Maintains familiarity with current National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) Standards. These standard include but are not limited to NFPA 1900, 1910, and 1917.
Performs inspections: inspects and tests all truck systems, including drive train, engine operation, transmission operation, suspension, steering, brakes, high/low voltage electrical system, on board generators, hydraulics, HVAC, fire pumps, emergency lighting, radio systems, ladder racks, aerial apparatus ladders systems, aerial apparatus stabilization systems and emission systems; completes or revises work order for repairs; obtains required parts; inspects and tests completed work; and updates required records.
Performs routine and complex repairs on trucks, gathers information from apparatus operator reports, fault codes and other diagnostic data; troubleshoots and diagnoses problems; identifies items needing repair; completes required repairs; and ensures operation and performance is within specified limits.
May on occasion travel out-of-state to design, and inspect fire department vehicles, and OEM/ Dealer Level training manufacture specific to fire apparatus, water pumps and aerial systems.
Performs preventive maintenance on trucks, checks and replaces fluids; drains and replaces oil; collects and recovers Freon; changes and replaces filters; lubricates mechanical parts; installs and replaces blades; rotates, mounts and balances tires; replaces tires, belts, and hoses; checks and replaces batteries; greases equipment; flushes radiators; and performs tune-ups or other preventative maintenance activities as assigned.
Rebuilds valves, intake and pressure reliefs, repairs plumbing to valves and discharges, repairs auxiliary cooler systems, services and repairs auxiliary transmissions for apparatus pumps, repair of pump priming systems.
Determines amount of materials required for projects: gathers equipment, parts and supplies; assists in monitoring inventory levels of parts, equipment, tools or supplies; and initiates requests for new or replacement materials.
Operates or uses various machinery, equipment, power tools, hand tools, and supplies in order to complete work assignments; and operates and maintains basic mechanics tool kit and/or vehicle-specific maintenance tool sets.
Welds and fabricates parts: welds broken parts; fabricates replacement parts; replaces parts or structures to trucks and heavy equipment; and verifies parts operate according to specifications.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required; supplemented by vocational training and five years as an automobile technician or six years of experience demonstrating progressive skills in the mechanical repair of vehicles.
Licenses and Certifications
Must possess and maintain a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL), with appropriate endorsement or Georgia Class E and F License.
Required to maintain certifications in: Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) T3 Drive Train, T4 Brakes, T5 Steering and Suspension and EVT certification.
Physical Abilities
Tasks require the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).
Sensory Requirements
Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors
Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, fumes, smoke, temperature and noise extremes, hazardous materials, unsafe structures, confined spaces, machinery, or electric currents.
EEO Statement
Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Visit Cobb Countys Employee Benefits page to learn more.
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I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the Educational History and Work History sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.
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I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
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Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?
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Do you now or in the future need an employer to sponsor you for employment authorization of visa status?
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Educational Background (copies of any education documents listed on your application will be required upon hire): Mark the highest level of education you have completed.
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If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.
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How many years of experience do you have as an automobile technician, or how many years of experience do you have demonstrating progressive skills in the mechanical repair of vehicles?
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Please describe your experience as an automobile technician or your experience demonstrating progressive skills in the mechanical repair of vehicles. Enter N/A if this does not apply.
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This position requires you to maintain certifications in: Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) T3 Drive Train, T4 Brakes, T5 Steering and Suspension and EVT. Do you agree to these terms?
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This position requires you to have a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL), with appropriate endorsement or Georgia Class E and F License. Select the option that pertains to you.
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The duration of the selection process will vary by applicant due to availability for appointments and other factors. The average time period for completion of all elements of the background process is approximately three months. Reapplication by any applicant previously removed from the process will be taken on a case by case basis specific to each applicants situation and past reason for removal. I hereby acknowledge that if I elect to continue in the application process, all elements will be subject to Cobb County Department of Public Safetys Hiring Standards.
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The elements for the selection process for all non-sworn applicants could include one or more of the following elements: written examination, skills testing, oral interview, medical examination and drug screening. A background investigation will also be conducted. This investigation may include a current check on the applicants credit, criminal and driver history. All information provided in the application will be verified. Personal or verbal contact will be made with all reference supplied by the applicant and/or other sources. The applicant will be required to provide written explanations for any issues in questions brought forth during the background investigation.
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Employer Cobb County Government
Address 100 Cherokee Street
Suite #200
Marietta, Georgia, 30090
Website http://www.cobbcounty.gov
| Location | Marietta, GA |
| Salary | $27.85–$44.56 Per Hour |