Fire Lube Technician

Fire Lube Technician

Salary

$41,600.00 - $73,179.00 Annually

Location

1510 North Church St. Greensboro, NC

Job Type

Active Full-Time

Job Number

05453

Department

Fire

Division

Regulatory/Fleet Repair Mgmt

Opening Date

07/24/2026

Closing Date

8/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Description

Keep Greensboros First Responders Ready to Respond.

Fire Lube Technician - Regulatory/Fleet Repair Mgmt. Division

Join a team that keeps Greensboros emergency response fleet mission-ready-every shift, every call, every day.

The Greensboro Fire Department is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Fire Lube Technician to perform preventive maintenance and mechanical service on the Departments fleet of fire apparatus and emergency response vehicles. This position is critical to ensuring firefighters have safe, dependable, and properly maintained equipment whenever duty calls.

If you enjoy hands-on mechanical work, take pride in preventive maintenance, and want your skills to support public safety directly, this is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career serving your community.

Compensation and Benefits:

Estimated Hiring Salary Range: $41,600.00 - $53,806.00 Full Salary Range: $41,600.00 - $73,179.00

Annually

Benefits:

The City of Greensboro offers an outstanding benefits package that supports your well-being.

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Work Schedule:

Monday - Thursday, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm (10-hour days)

About the Department:

The Greensboro Fire Department is dedicated to protecting lives, property, and the environment through emergency response, fire prevention, emergency medical services, technical rescue, and community risk reduction. Our commitment to operational excellence begins with maintaining a reliable fleet of emergency vehicles that allows firefighters to respond safely and effectively to every call.

As part of our team, youll work alongside professionals who are committed to service, integrity, teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement while supporting one of the Citys most essential public safety agencies.

Why Youll Love Working With Us:

• Play a direct role in supporting Greensboros firefighters and emergency responders.
• Work on specialized fire apparatus and emergency response vehicles.
• Receive ongoing technical training and opportunities for professional development.
• Utilize modern diagnostic equipment and fleet management technology.
• Join a collaborative team committed to safety, service, and operational excellence.
• Enjoy competitive pay, outstanding benefits, retirement, paid leave, and wellness programs.
• Build a long-term career supporting one of North Carolinas premier fire departments.

About the Role:

The Fire Lube Technician performs preventive maintenance, inspections, and mechanical service on fire apparatus and medium- and heavy-duty emergency vehicles in accordance with NFPA 1071 standards. This position helps maximize fleet reliability through scheduled maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, documentation, and mechanical repairs that ensure emergency equipment is always ready to respond.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive and scheduled maintenance on fire apparatus and emergency response vehicles.
• Complete inspections and accurately document maintenance activities using Fleet Management Software.
• Inspect, diagnose, and assist with repairs on gasoline- and diesel-powered emergency vehicles and equipment.
• Assist with repairs involving drivetrains, steering systems, suspension components, wheel bearings, oil seals, belts, shocks, exhaust systems, and related mechanical systems.
• Assist in diagnosing and repairing electrical and electronic systems, including alternators, starters, batteries, ignition systems, and high-voltage generators.
• Inspect, maintain, repair, and recondition hydraulic systems and related components.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with manufacturer specifications, departmental policies, safety procedures, and applicable NFPA standards.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and communicate repair recommendations to supervisors and technicians.
• Promote a safe, organized, and efficient work environment that supports emergency fleet readiness.

Additional Position Details:

• Work is performed in a fleet maintenance shop environment with occasional outdoor assignments.
• Physical requirements include standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Position requires exposure to grease, oils, fuels, shop equipment, noise, heat, cold, and varying weather conditions.
• Employees are expected to maintain a safe work environment and comply with all City safety policies and applicable NFPA standards.
• This position is Non-Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Your Career Path:

The Greensboro Fire Department is committed to investing in employees through technical training, certifications, and career advancement opportunities. Employees are encouraged to pursue ASE certifications, Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) certifications, manufacturer-specific training, and additional technical credentials to support career growth.

Join Our Team!

If youre ready to use your mechanical skills to help keep Greensboros firefighters prepared for every emergency, we encourage you to apply for the Fire Lube Technician position with the Greensboro Fire Department.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED

• "OR" an equivalent of an ASE Medium/Heavy Duty Truck T8 Preventative Maintenance Inspection Certification "AND" less than one year of related experience in fleet maintenance (e.g., inspect, diagnose, and/or locate mechanical difficulties on automobiles, trucks, and a variety of gasoline- and/or diesel-powered maintenance and construction equipment)

• Valid Class C Drivers License

• 1+ years of preventative maintenance experience in Fleet service vehicles (e.g., inspecting, diagnosing, and/or locating mechanical difficulties on commercial trucks, hydraulic motors, a variety of gasoline- and/or diesel-powered maintenance and construction equipment).

• Class A Drivers License

• ("OR" the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire date)

• NC Inspection License

• ("OR" the ability to obtain within 12 months of hire date)

• Basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills (e.g., identifying critical chassis parts like ball joints, tie rods, air brake lines, and U-joints during a routine under-vehicle grease job, etc.)

• Own your tools and tool storage

An Ideal Candidate Would Also Possess (Preferred Qualifications):

• ASE Medium/Heavy Duty Truck T8 Preventative Maintenance Inspection Certification
• North Carolina Vehicle Inspection License

01

What is your highest level of Education? Please select Not Applicable if you do not possess a high school diploma or GED. All Education/Degrees must also be reflected in the Education section of your employment application.

• Not Applicable
• Some High School Education
• High School Diploma / GED
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree

02

Do you have a Valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a class A or B Commercial Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

04

How many years of preventative maintenance experience in Fleet service vehicles (e.g., inspecting, diagnosing, and/or locating mechanical difficulties on commercial trucks, hydraulic motors, and a variety of gasoline- and/or diesel-powered maintenance and construction equipment) do you have? Experience must also be reflected in the duties/work section of the application.

• None
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 year of experience, but less than 2 years of experience
• 2-3 years of experience
• 4-6 years of experience
• 7-9 years of experience
• 10 or more

05

"Clearly," give an example (company name, duties, and position title at the time) of your preventative maintenance experience on fleet vehicles, fire apparatus, hydraulic motors, hoses and fittings, or related "commercial" mechanical experience. Experience must also be reflected in the duties/work section of the application. If no experience, indicate N/A (not applicable) in the areas below

06

Do you have a Certified NC Inspection License? License must be indicated on application for verification purposes *

• No
• Yes

07

Do you have an ASE Medium/Heavy Duty Truck T8 Preventative Maintenance Inspection Certification? Certifications must be indicated on the application for verification purposes *

• No
• Yes

08

Do you have basic mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills (i.e., identifying critical chassis parts like ball joints, tie rods, air brake lines, and U-joints during a routine under-vehicle grease job, etc.)? Experience must also be clearly reflected in the duties/work section of the application for consideration of the application.

• No
• Yes

09

Clearly give an example (company name, duties, and position title at the time) of your mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills-- (for example, identifying critical chassis parts like ball joints, tie rods, air brake lines, and/or U-joints, etc.) during a routine vehicle maintenance check. If "No experience," please type "Not Applicable" or N/A in the designated area. Incomplete answers will not be processed; experience must also be clearly stated in the Employment / Work History section of your employment application. .

10

How many years of "professional" experience do you possess in the use and care of tools, equipment, and materials used in the mechanical trade. Experience must also be reflected on Work History/ Employment section of your employment application.

• No experience
• Less than one year experience
• 1 or more years experience, but less than 3 years experience
• 3 or more years experience, but less than 5 years experience
• 5 or more years experience, but less than 7 years experience
• 7 or more years experience, but less than 10 years experience
• 10 or more years experience

11

"Clearly" describe your "professional" experience in the use and care of tools, equipment, and materials used in the mechanical trade. If "No experience" please type "Not Applicable" or N/A in designated area. Incomplete answers will not be processed, experience must also be clearly stated in the Employment / Work history section of your employment application.

12

How many years of experience do you possess operating diagnostic equipment as it relates to the job description? Experience must also be clearly stated in the Employment / Work history section of your employment application

• No experience
• Less than 2 years experience
• 2 years experience, but less than 4 years experience
• 4 years experience, but less than 6 years experience
• 6 years experience, but less than 8 years experience
• 8 years experience, but less than 10 years experience
• 10 or more years experience

13

Clearly describe your experience operating diagnostic equipment or related equipment *If you have no experience, please type "NA" or Not Applicable in the designated area Incomplete answers will not be processed, experience must also be clearly stated in the Employment / Work history section of your employment application

14

Do you have experience or technical training in standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of firefighting fleet vehicles and related mechanical equipment? Experience must also be reflected in the duties/work section of the application.

• Yes
• No

15

"Clearly" give an example of your experience (company name, duties, job title at the time) with standard practices, materials, tools, and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of firefighting fleet vehicles, and related mechanical equipment. If "No experience," please type "Not Applicable" or N/A in the designated area. Incomplete answers will not be processed; experience must also be clearly stated in the Employment / Work history section of your employment application.

16

"Clearly" describe your experience and knowledge of the operating principles of gasoline, diesel engines and of the mechanical components of automotive and related equipment. If "No experience" please type "Not Applicable" or N/A in designated area. Incomplete answers will not be processed, experience must also be clearly stated in the Employment / Work history section of your employment application.

17

Do you own your tools and tool storage to use on the job?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Greensboro

Address 300 West Washington Street

Greensboro, North Carolina, 27401

Website http://www.greensboro-nc.gov