CHIEF OF FIRE APPARATUS

Code: 05422 Local Non-Competitive

Official job specification

The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.

Definition

Under direction, is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all apparatus in the fire department; does other related duties as required.

Examples of work

• Supervises the maintenance and repair of all fire department apparatus including engines, fuel, exhaust, cooling, electrical, suspension, steering, and hydraulic systems and instruments.
• Diagnoses malfunctions of firefighting apparatus.
• Schedules apparatus repair and maintenance.
• Handles procurement of all automotive and pumper parts for repair or replacement.
• Oversees stockroom and issuance of parts to mechanics.
• May be on call for emergency repairs and may personally perform such repairs.
• Makes periodic inspections and tests of all apparatus.
• Prepares clear, accurate, and informative reports.
• Recommends purchase of mechanical repair equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Ensures that standard equipment such as air tanks, pumps, fans, and so forth are operable.
• Ensures that contracted repair work is properly done.
• Makes recommendations to superiors concerning disciplinary measures, promotions, and appointments of employees under supervision.
• Maintains essential records and files.
• Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Experience

Five (5) years of varied experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of varied types of diesel engines and hydraulic systems, two (2) years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity.

License

Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform essential duties of the position.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Knowledge of varied types of motors and their operation.
• Knowledge of the diagnosing or reasons for motor and hydraulic system failure and the steps necessary to correct the condition.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment used in tearing down and installing new parts, reassembling motors, testing motors, brakes, lights, hydraulic systems, and other parts of vehicles and equipment.
• Knowledge of methods used in obtaining, storing, recording, safeguarding, and using equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Knowledge of the maintenance of records and files.
• Ability to analyze mechanical problems, organize assigned work, and develop effective work methods.
• Ability to do mechanical work in the garage and in the field.
• Ability to obtain, store, record, safeguard, and use equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Ability to give assignments and instructions to subordinate employees.
• Ability to maintain necessary records and files.
• Ability to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
• Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
• CODES: LG - RKR/hw 8/4/97
• This job specification is for local government use only.

Note

The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.