Logistics And Equipment Support Technician

Salary Range: $30.04/HR - $40.56/HR DOQ/E
Anticipated Hiring Range: $30.04/HR - $35.30/HR DOQ/E
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday - 40HR/Week, Non-Shift
This posting is set to close December 4th, 2023, EOD
The Town of Castle Rock's future and the quality of that depend on the choices we make today. Do you want to be part of a team that make decisions that work now while preserving and protecting Castle Rock's identity and quality of life for the future? We value teamwork, cooperation, and quality communication.We strive to provide exceptional public service to our customers and encourage creativity and innovation. We welcome all that share those values to apply.
Working for the Town of Castle Rock includes:

• The opportunity to make a difference in our community
• Career Advancement Programs
• Employee well-being program
• Competitive total compensation with an excellent benefits package
• Free membership to the MAC or Recreation Center
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness eligible employer

The Department:
The CRFD takes pride in being an aggressive fire and EMS agency and having a progressive culture that supports tradition and mentorship. We are emphatic in our pursuit for mental and physical health, as well as in our cancer prevention efforts. We value teamwork, quality communication, and work-life balance. We strive to provide exceptional public service to our citizens and encourage creativity and innovation.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Works with the department's Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) to schedule and coordinate routine maintenance of all vehicles and apparatus between maintenance facilities. Drives vehicles between facilities and stations
• Manages the department's VHF and 800 MHz radio systems and Equipment. Coordinates programming, repair, and maintenance
• Assists with the acquisition, inspection, and delivery of new apparatus. Manages and schedules installation of aftermarket equipment, such as radios, vehicle striping, loose equipment, etc.
• Assists with the Research and Development, and Apparatus Teams
• Assists with the coordination of routine maintenance of all Fire facilities with Facilities Management division
• Works with the department's EVT to perform or coordinate preventive maintenance, testing and repairs on equipment including heavy and light apparatus, small engine power tools, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBAs), ladders, hoses, radios, pagers, cell phones and pumps
• Purchases and stocks uniforms, tools, personal protective equipment and all equipment carried on department apparatus
• Responds to emergency scenes to provide logistics support including delivery of supplies and Equipment. May also serve as Staging Area Manager
• Coordinates and conducts annual SCBA inspections, flow tests, and fit testing of personnel
• Coordinates inspection and repair of all personal protective equipment
• Attends administrative meetings as a department representative
• Accurately maintains logs and other required reports and records
• Provides customer service consistent with the stated values of the Town and department
• Abides by and follows appropriate Standard Operating Guidelines, Administrative Directives, and Memos
• Performs other duties as assigned or required

Minimum Qualifications:
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Education:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Two (2) years' technical or trade school in related field

Experience: One (1) year closely related fire service experience; or equivalent combination. Direct fire department experience is preferred.
Licenses and/or Certifications:

• Valid Colorado Driver's License
• Valid Colorado Class B Commercial Driver's License or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire
• CPR/BLS Provider Certification
• Successful completion of the Work Capacity Test (PACK Test) as per Department Guidelines
• Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) National Incident Management System (NIMS) or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire:
  
  • ICS-100, Introduction to Incident Command System or equivalent
  • ICS-200, ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents or equivalent
  • ICS-700, National Incident Management System (NIMS), An Introduction
  • ICS-800, National Response Framework, An Introduction

Preferred Qualifications:

• SCBA Technician Certification
• Emergency Medical Technician-Basic
• Colorado Metropolitan Certification Board Driver/Operator Utility, Pumper, and Aerial; or equivalent

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to perform duties in a safe manner consistent with Town and department guidelines
• Knowledge of various computer software and hardware applications
• Ability to learn and use various computer software applications
• Ability to effectively communicate in verbal and written forms
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English
• Ability to learn, operate, and maintain firefighting and emergency medical services equipment
• Ability to read, understand, and implement codes, standards, and regulations such as NFPA, DOT, and ISO
• Ability to follow directions
• Ability to operate within the National Incident Management System
• Physical ability to perform heavy work and to access equipment and apparatus
• Knowledge of personal exposure protection and prevention
• Ability to understand and abide by federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, and protocols
• Knowledge of Town specific information as related to community facilities and locations

Physical Demands:

• Sedentary work for long periods of time
• Occasional physical work lifting no more than 10 pounds
• Occasional lifting, carrying, walking and standing
• Occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Frequent hand/eye coordination to operate personal computer and office equipment
• Vision for reading, recording and interpreting information
• Speech communication and hearing to maintain communication with employees and citizens

Work Environment:

• Work primarily in a clean, comfortable environment

Equipment Used:

• This position may require the incumbent to occasionally use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment

Must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check, fingerprint analysis, polygraph and psychological exam prior to commencing employment.
The Town of Castle Rock is an equal opportunity employer.