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EQUIPMENT MECHANIC IV

Job Code: 3434
Pay Grade: 015

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

General Functions
  

This role is a highly skilled role that performs mechanical work in the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of automotive, construction trailers, emergency apparatus, and heavy equipment. Leads lower-level mechanics.

Work is performed with considerable independence and the exercise of independent judgment under the general supervision of the department manager or other designated supervisor. Performance is reviewed through observations, reports, and results achieved.

 
Representative Duties /Assignments
  

Duties may vary based on area of assignment. The following are representative duties, it is not the intent to capture all duties performed by this classification.

  • Leads, mentors, and trains other mechanics.
  • Plans assignments and schedules work to be performed to ensure efficient shop operation and proper field repairs.
  • Maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs systems and equipment.
  • Maintains service logs and shop inventory.
  • Inspects work and test drives vehicles.
  • Serves as Acting Shop Supervisor in the absence of the Senior Foreman/ Shop Supervisor.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Fire Fleet Operations

  • Conducts parts inventory cycle counts as needed when assigned a County issues Mobile Repair Service Truck
  • Assists with emergency support functions in the event of a declared emergency and/or any other emergency duties as assigned
 
Minimum Qualifications
  

High school diploma or equivalent.

Six (6) years of automotive or diesel mechanic experience.

An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted.

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License.

Depending on the area of assignment, must possess and maintain a Florida Commercial Driver’s License; or obtain within one (1) year of hire.

Must possess four (4) Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) or Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) certifications; and obtain Master Level Certification within two (2) years of hire.  Two (2) years of additional experience may be substituted for each ASE/EVT Certification required.

Fire Fleet Operations

Three (3) of the six (6) years of mechanic experience must be working with fire fleet equipment.

 
Preferences
  

Associate’s degree from an accredited institution in automotive or diesel mechanics.

Recognized dealership or competency certifications in a related field such as diagnostics, automotive or diesel mechanics, fuel system, or hydraulic systems.



7/27/2026