Fire Equipment Mechanic

Fire Equipment Mechanic

Salary

$5,041.64 - $6,025.22 Monthly

Location

Bakersfield, CA

Job Type

Full time

Job Number

10026

Department

FIRE

Opening Date

04/13/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
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Position Information

This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time without notice.

Examination Schedule:

• Written Exam: Qualified candidates will be notified of the testing date five days prior to the examination

Examination:

Written Exam: (100%): Will be conducted for the purpose of assessing the applicants knowledge of the principles of gasoline and diesel engine mechanics as applied to maintenance and repair; and the procedures, tools equipment, and materials used in the repair and maintenance of both light and heavy motorized equipment; knowledge of smog control devices and diagnostic equipment.

Applicants must attain at least 70% score on each phase of the examination process.

Minimum Qualifications/Employment Standards:

Three (3) years of experience repairing heavy motorized equipment, including one (1) year of experience with diesel engines.

Possession of a valid California Class A Drivers License required to successfully pass the six (6) months probationary period.

Full Job Description: Fire Equipment Mechanic

This position works within the Kern County Fire Department. For more information about the department, please view their website here.

About Kern County

Kern County employees provide opportunities that are purposeful to our community. Every employee and every action contributes to the improvement and strengthening of our county.

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Growth Mindset

We always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.

Additional Information

Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.

A background check may be conducted for this classification.

Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.

This examination will establish an eligible list from which appointment(s) will be made at the Kern County Fire Department. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve-months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission.

For more information regarding Kern Countys recruitment process, please see our FAQ page.

Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Kern County Employee Benefits

• As a regular or provisional employee of Kern County, working twenty (20) hours or more per week, you are presently eligible for the following benefits as described below:

Health Insurance: (Medical/Dental/Vision): Kern County offers five affordable medical options. Kern Legacy Health Plans are medical and prescription health plan options administered directly by the County of Kern. Kaiser Permanente is also an option. Employees may also choose from two dental plans; Liberty Dental PPO or HMO. The vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP).

Retirement Program: Kern County Employees Retirement Association (KCERA). This Section 401 (a) defined benefit retirement plan requires employer and employee contribution and pays retired employees a pension based on salary, years of service, and age upon retirement.

Deferred Compensation: This section 457 plan allows employees to contribute on a pre-tax basis to a supplemental retirement account which is then paid out to them when they retire.

Social Security Administration:

Note: Both Kern County and the employee contribute to Social Security and Medicare as follows:

• The County of Kern withholds 6.2% for Social Security (FICA1) and 1.45% for Medicare (FICA2) from employees payroll warrants
• The County matches the employees 6.2% for Social Security and 1.45% for Medicare

Employee Assistance Program: EAP is available to help you take control of your life!

Voluntary Benefits: Chimienti & Associates (Administrator) offers the following voluntary benefits and can be deducted on a pre-tax bases: Short Term Disability Coverage, Accident Plan, Cancer Plan and a Flexible Spending Account.

Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days (per calendar year)

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I have three (3) years experience repairing heavy motorized equipment including one (1) year experience with diesel engines. Please be sure to include this experience is reflected in the Work Experience portion of your application.

• Yes
• No

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Please list the type of heavy motorized equipment you have repaired.

Required Question

Employer Kern County

Address 1115 Truxtun Avenue First Floor

Bakersfield, California, 93301

Phone (661) 868-3480

Website http://www.kerncounty.com/hr