Fleet Maintenance Technician

Job Details: Job Location: Golder Ranch Fire District

• Oro Valley, AZ, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $22.44 - $31.09Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Automotive, Qualifications: Join our growing team and make a real impact every day at Golder Ranch Fire District!

Benefits

We have an AMAZING benefits package, worth approximately 35% of your salary! Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) with employer matching contributions Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurances Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual at 10 hours per pay period (260 hours per year), and 12 Paid Holidays annually (birthday included) District paid concierge healthcare service for you and your family Opportunity for continued education reimbursement Option to participate in additional self-funded retirement plans and a variety of supplemental insurance plans The best benefit of all is our people!

Join an amazing team of dedicated colleagues and courageous first responders who serve our community with commitment and heart. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to be part of a collaborative, mission-driven organization where you’ll work alongside people you genuinely enjoy while making a direct impact on public safety and community well-being.

Fleet Maintenance Tech – EVT Apprentice Job Summary: Fleet Maintenance Apprentice performs entry-level maintenance tasks and assists with inspections, maintenance, and repair of District apparatus and equipment to ensure operational readiness and safety. Under close and direct supervision, this position learns fundamental fleet maintenance practices, tools, and safety procedures while applying basic technical concepts to assigned tasks.

This program is designed to allow the apprentice to gain the required certifications, skills, and experience to progress to Fleet Maintenance Technician I. This position requires flexibility in scheduling, including evenings, weekends, or on-call assignments to support operational needs. Duties/Responsibilities: Assists with basic preventive maintenance, routine inspections, and repairs on District fire apparatus, ambulances, and related equipment under close supervision, in accordance with established procedures and schedules.

Learns and assists in performing diagnostic testing of mechanical and electrical systems using electrical test equipment and diagnostic tools; supports troubleshooting efforts for more complex issues as needed. Performs entry-level light automotive and truck maintenance, including basic electrical repairs and component replacement, under supervision.

Assists with the installation, maintenance, and testing of vehicle mounted systems, including radios, emergency lighting, and control systems. Assists with maintaining and repairing tools, equipment, and accessories normally carried on fire apparatus, ambulances, and other District equipment to support operational readiness.

Learns to accurately document maintenance activities, inspections, repairs, and parts usage in fleet maintenance records and computerized systems. Obtains, transports, and delivers parts, materials, and equipment as needed to support maintenance and repair operations. Maintains a safe, clean, and organized work environment, including shops areas and common spaces, in accordance with safety standards and District expectations.

Performs other duties as assigned. Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Aptitude to learn methods, materials, tools, practices, techniques, and procedures involved with installation and repairs of radio and emergency lighting systems on emergency vehicles. Introductory understanding of mechanical principles related to a variety of equipment and engines, including gasoline and diesel.

Ability to read manuals, schematics, and written instruction to perform assigned tasks under supervision. Ability to assist with the installation of exterior mounted equipment safely for emergency response vehicles. Basic knowledge of storage and warehouse methods and practices. Ability to learn and operate a variety of computerized fleet management systems for inventory, diagnostic, and recordkeeping systems.

Proficiently utilizes a variety of computer software including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook), internet/intranet, and fleet management program. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, vendors, and the public. Ability to communicate and work effectively with others using the English language.

Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including lifting, bending, standing, and working in confined or physically demanding environments. Learn and be able to comply with District policies, procedures, and operational guidelines. Required Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Must be 18 years of age or older. Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license with acceptable driving record. Must possess basic complement of mechanics tools. Required Licenses and Certifications: Class B CDL with tanker and air brake endorsement must be obtained within 2 years of appointment to position.

Forklift certification must be obtained within one year of appointment to position.

Preferred Qualifications

Successful completion of an Automotive Technology and/or Business Administration courses at a trade school, college, or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. ASE Certifications. 1 year work experience in the automotive/heavy truck field. Work experience as a mechanic with fire apparatus and/or ambulance repair.

Fleet Maintenance Tech I Job Summary: Fleet Maintenance Technician I performs basic maintenance and repair work on District apparatus and equipment to ensure operational readiness and safety. Under limited supervision, this role applies developing knowledge and judgment to assigned tasks. With experience the role is expected to learn and increase their responsibility and independence.

This position is eligible for non-competitive, criteria based promotional process. This position requires flexibility in scheduling, including evenings, weekends, or on-call assignments to support operational needs. Duties/Responsibilities: Performs preventive maintenance, routine inspections, and repairs on District fire apparatus, ambulances, and related equipment in accordance with established procedures and schedules.

Conducts basic diagnostic testing of mechanical and electrical systems using electrical test equipment and diagnostic tools; assists with troubleshooting more complex issues as needed. Performs light automotive and truck maintenance, including basic electrical repairs and component replacement. Assists with the installation, maintenance, and testing of vehicle mounted systems, including radios, emergency lighting, and control systems.

Maintains and repairs tools, equipment, and accessories normally carried on fire apparatus, ambulances, and other District equipment to support operational readiness. Accurately documents maintenance activities, inspections, repairs, and parts usage in fleet maintenance records and computerized systems. Obtains, transports, and delivers parts, materials, and equipment as needed to support maintenance and repair operations.

Responsible for maintaining all required certifications. Maintains a safe, clean, and organized work environment, including shop areas and common spaces, in accordance with safety standards and District expectations. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Working knowledge of methods, materials, tools, practices, techniques, and procedures involved with installation and repairs of radio and emergency lighting systems on emergency vehicles.

Knowledge of mechanical and electrical principles related to various types of light, medium, and heavy-duty equipment. Ability to read manuals, schematics, and other printed material, and use that information to accomplish required repairs and installations. Ability to accurately install exterior mounted equipment safely for emergency response vehicles.

Basic knowledge of storage and warehouse methods and practices. Ability to learn and operate a variety of computerized fleet management systems for inventory, diagnostic, and recordkeeping systems. Proficiently utilizes a variety of computer software including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook), internet, and fleet management program.

Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with coworkers, vendors, and the public. Ability to communicate and work effectively with others using the English language. Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including lifting, bending, standing, and working in confined or physically demanding environments.

Knowledge of and ability to comply with District policies, procedures, and operational guidelines. Required Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Must be 18 years of age or older. Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license with acceptable driving record. A minimum of one (1) year work experience in the automotive/heavy truck field.

Must have complement of basic mechanics tools. Required Licenses and Certifications: Must hold and maintain the Fire Apparatus Technician Level I, Ambulance Technician Level I, and as outlined by the Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Certification Commission(evtcc.org/tracks) ASE T4, T5, A4, and A5 EVT F1, F2, E0, E1 Class B CDL with tanker and air brake endorsement must be obtained within 1 year of appointment to position.

Forklift certification must be obtained within one year of appointment to position.

Preferred Qualifications

Successful completion of Automotive Technology and/or Business Administration courses at a trade school, college or university recognized by the US Department of Education. EVT L-1 Law Enforcement Vehicle Installation certification. Work experience as a mechanic with fire apparatus/ambulance repair work. Fleet Maintenance Tech II Job Summary: Fleet Maintenance Technician II performs skilled maintenance and repair work on District apparatus and equipment to ensure operational readiness and safety.

Under limited supervision, this role applies technical knowledge and judgment to assigned work. With experience the role is expected to learn and increase their responsibility and independence. This position is eligible for non-competitive, criteria based promotional process. This position requires flexibility in scheduling, including evenings, weekends, or on-call assignments to support operational needs.

Duties/Responsibilities: Performs preventive maintenance, routine inspections, and intermediate level repairs on District fire apparatus, ambulances, and related equipment in accordance with established procedures and schedules. Conducts basic to intermediate diagnostic testing of mechanical and electrical systems using electrical test equipment and diagnostic tools; assists with troubleshooting more complex issues as needed.

Performs diagnostic testing and annual certification testing of fire pumps and related equipment. Performs light automotive and truck maintenance, including basic electrical repairs and component replacement. Performs installation, maintenance, and testing of vehicle mounted systems, including radios, emergency lighting, and control systems.

Maintains and repairs tools, equipment, and accessories normally carried on fire apparatus, ambulances, and other District equipment to support operational readiness. Accurately documents maintenance activities, inspections, repairs, and parts usage in fleet maintenance records and computerized systems. Obtains, transports, and delivers parts, materials, and equipment as needed to support maintenance and repair operations.

Maintains a safe, clean, and organized work environment, including shops areas and common spaces, in accordance with safety standards and District expectations. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Advanced knowledge of methods, materials, tools, practices, techniques, and procedures involved with installation and repairs of fire apparatus, EMS vehicles, and related equipment.

Knowledge of mechanical and electrical principles applicable to Fire Suppression and EMA equipment. Intermediate ability to read, interpret, and apply information from manuals, schematics, and other printed material. Skill in performing basic to intermediate diagnostic testing and repairs on mechanical and electrical systems and fire pump systems using the appropriate tools and test equipment.

Knowledge of workplace hazards and safety precautions associated with fleet maintenance activities, including compliance with applicable safety standards. Knowledge of storage and warehouse methods and practices. Proficiently utilizes a variety of computer software including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook), internet/intranet, and fleet management program.

Skill in operating a personal computer and using computerized inventory, maintenance, diagnostic, and recordkeeping systems. Skill in the proper use, care, and maintenance of hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment used in fleet maintenance and repair. Ability to effectively manage time by prioritizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and managing multiple responsibilities, with guidance available as needed.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to accurately complete required documentation in English. Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with supervisors, coworkers, vendors, and other District personnel. Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including lifting, bending, standing, and working in confined or physically demanding environments.

Knowledge of and ability to comply with District policies, procedures, and operational guidelines. Required Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Must be 18 years of age or older. Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license with acceptable driving record. A minimum of two (2) years work experience in the automotive/heavy truck field.

Must have complement of basic mechanics tools. Required Licenses and Certifications: Must hold and maintain the Fire Apparatus Technician Level I, Ambulance Technician Level I, and as outlined by the Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Certification Commission(evtcc.org/tracks): ASE T4, T5, A4, and A5 EVT F1, F2, E0, E1 Must hold and maintain the Fire Apparatus Technician Level II and Ambulance Technician Level II certifications as outlined by the Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Certification Commission(evtcc.

org/tracks): ASE T2, T3, T6, and A9 EVT F3, F4, E2, E3 Class B CDL with tanker and air brake endorsement must be obtained within 1 year of appointment to position. Forklift certification must be obtained within one year of appointment to position.

Preferred Qualifications

Successful completion of Automotive Technology and/or Business Administration courses at a trade school, college, or university recognized by the US Department of Education. EVT L-1 Law Enforcement Vehicle Installation certification. Class B CDL with tanker and air brake endorsement. 4 years work experience in the automotive/heavy truck field.

Work experience as a mechanic with fire apparatus/ambulance repair work. Fleet Maintenance Tech III Job Summary: Fleet Maintenance Technician III performs advanced level maintenance and repair work on District apparatus and equipment to ensure operational readiness and safety. Under limited supervision, this role applies expert technical knowledge and judgment, independently resolves complex mechanical and electrical issues, and provides technical guidance to lower-level technicians.

This position requires flexibility in scheduling, including evenings, weekends, or on-call assignments to support operational needs. Duties/Responsibilities: Conducts advanced level diagnostic testing of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems using electrical test equipment and diagnostic tools; troubleshoots more complex issues as needed.

Performs advanced level repairs on District fire apparatus, ambulances, and related equipment in accordance with established procedures and schedules. Performs light automotive and truck maintenance, including basic electrical repairs and component replacement. Performs installation, maintenance, and testing of vehicle mounted systems, including radios, emergency lighting, and related control systems.

Performs diagnostic testing and annual certification testing of fire pumps, aerial ladder, and related equipment. Maintains and repairs tools, equipment, and accessories normally carried on fire apparatus, ambulances, and other District equipment to support operational readiness. Accurately documents maintenance activities, inspections, repairs, and parts usage in fleet maintenance records and computerized systems.

Obtains, transports, and delivers parts, materials, and equipment as needed to support maintenance and repair operations. Maintains a safe, clean, and organized work environment, including shops areas and common spaces, in accordance with safety standards and District expectations. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Expert knowledge of methods, materials, tools, practices, techniques, and procedures involved with installation and repairs of fire apparatus, EMS vehicles, and related equipment.

Knowledge of mechanical and electrical principles applicable to Fire Suppression and EMA equipment. Proficient in reading, interpreting, and applying information from manuals, schematics, and other printed material. Skill in performing intermediate to advanced diagnostic testing and repairs on mechanical and electrical systems fire pump systems using the appropriate tools and test equipment.

Knowledge of workplace hazards and safety precautions associated with fleet maintenance activities, including compliance with applicable safety standards. Knowledge of record maintenance and simple inventory procedures. Knowledge of storage and warehouse methods and practices. Proficiently utilizes a variety of computer software including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook), internet/intranet, and fleet management program.

Skill in operating a personal computer and using computerized inventory, maintenance ,diagnostic, and recordkeeping systems. Skill in the proper use, care, and maintenance of hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic equipment used in fleet maintenance and repair. Ability to effectively manage time by prioritizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and managing multiple responsibilities, with guidance available as needed.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to accurately complete required documentation in English. Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with supervisors, coworkers, vendors, and other District personnel. Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including lifting, bending, standing, and working in confined or physically demanding environments.

Knowledge of and ability to comply with District policies, procedures, and operational guidelines. Required Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Must be 18 years of age or older. Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license with acceptable driving record. A minimum of three (3) years work experience in the automotive/heavy truck field.

Must have complement of basic mechanics tools. Required Licenses and Certifications: Must hold and maintain all of the following current certifications as outlined by the Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Certification Commission (evtcc.org/tracks) EVT Fire Apparatus Technician Levels I and II Ambulance Technician Levels I and II Must hold and maintain Fire Apparatus Technician Level III, Ambulance Technician Level III as outlined by the Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Certification Commission (evtcc.

org/tracks ASE T1, T2, T7, and T5 EVT F5, F6, E4 Class B CDL with tanker and air brake endorsement must be obtained within 1 years of appointment to position. Forklift certification must be obtained within one year of appointment to position.

Preferred Qualifications

Successful completion of Automotive Technology and/or Business Administration courses at a trade school, college, or university recognized by the US Department of Education. EVT L-1 Law Enforcement Vehicle Installation certification. Class B CDL with tanker and air brake endorsement. 5 years work experience in the automotive/heavy truck field.

Work experience as a mechanic with fire apparatus/ambulance repair work. All Fleet Maintenance Technician positions Physical Requirements: Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers (i.e. grasp, handle feel, type) Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confused spaces, while maintaining balance (i.

e. twist, turn, reach) Adjusting or moving objects >50 pounds in all directions (i.e. lift, carry, push, pull) Operating machinery and/or power tools. Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment. First review of applications: 11/23/2026 If enough applications are received, posting will close. All contact with applicants will be via email.

No walk-in applications will be accepted. If you do not meet the minimum qualifications of this position, you will not continue in the process. Veterans’ Preference Documentation Requirements: In accordance with A.R.S. §38-492, applicants requesting Veteran’s Preference must submit required supporting documentation at the time of application.

Within the application, applicants must upload documentation verifying military service and eligibility, such as: DD Form 214 or DD Form 215 (showing discharge status and dates of service), and/or VA or DoD disability letter (if claiming preference as a disabled veteran or service-connected disability), and/or Other official documentation that confirms eligibility for Veterans’ Preference under Arizona law.

The District cannot apply Veterans’ Preference if required documentation is not received with application submission. Safety Sensitive: This job is designated by GRFD as a safety-sensitive position because it includes tasks or duties that GRFD, in good faith, believes could affect the safety or health of the employee performing the task or others (ARS 23-493).

This job may require the operation of a motor vehicle, equipment, machinery, or power tools. An applicant or incumbent may be disqualified, disciplined, or terminated, if they are determined to be positive for marijuana or its metabolites, regardless of cardholder status. Selection process may consist of: Application screening, skills assessment, credibility assessment, and interview(s).

The pre-employment process for the successful candidate may include but is not limited to background checks (i.e. driving record, criminal history, etc.), physical examination, drug screen, and fingerprint checks. Candidate Notification: All candidate notifications will be completed by email. Please ensure you have entered your email address correctly before submitting your application.

In case we need to reach you by phone, please ensure your voicemail is set up and not full. Reasonable Accommodation Request: Applicants with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation for this process must contact Human Resources at (520) 825-9001 option 6. Golder Ranch Fire District is a Drug and Tobacco-Free Workplace, and an Equal Opportunity Employer