Emergency Response Vehicle Technician

Job Description:

Emergency Response Vehicle Technician

Description

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Fire Department - Fleet Division
Location: 5130 Deramus Avenue
Pay: $43.70-$51.12 per hour

Schedule:
Two shifts available (bid by seniority):

• Monday-Thursday, 6:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
• Tuesday-Friday, 6:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
  Alternating on-call rotation with 24-hour on-call responsibilities. Some work may occur outside normal hours and on weekends.

Application Deadline: June 29, 2026


Responsibilities

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What you'll do

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain emergency response vehicles so frontline crews can respond without delay
• Operate vehicles, machinery, and heavy equipment safely to support fleet readiness and uptime
• Use advanced diagnostic tools, scan tools, alignment machines, and PC-based platforms to troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, gas, and diesel systems
• Install and maintain specialized aftermarket equipment and emergency vehicle electronics critical to fire and rescue operations
• Perform welding, hydraulic, and A/C system work to keep vehicles in peak operating condition

What success looks like

• Emergency vehicles are reliable, compliant, and ready for service at all times
• Mechanical and electrical issues are diagnosed accurately and repaired efficiently
• On-call responses are handled professionally with minimal downtime
• Equipment installations meet safety, performance, and operational standards
• Fleet operations support uninterrupted emergency response

What you get

• Top-tier hourly pay with full transparency
• Predictable work schedules with shift options
• On-call rotation that balances responsibility with team coverage
• Long-term job stability in essential public safety services
• Opportunity to work with specialized, high-skill emergency vehicle systems

Why this role matters
Fire and emergency crews depend on fully functional vehicles to protect lives and property. Your work directly impacts response times, crew safety, and the success of emergency operations across the city.
What you'll bring

• Strong hands-on experience with gas and diesel engines, electrical systems, and diagnostics
• Ability to operate fleet vehicles, machinery, and heavy equipment safely
• Experience with welding, hydraulics, A/C systems, and electronic installations
• Comfort using modern diagnostic tools and PC-based platforms
• Ability to supply your own general service hand tools
• Willingness to meet City of KCMO residency requirements

Qualifications

REQUIRES 3 years of skilled experience in automotive repairs; OR an equivalent combination of qualifying education and experience which may include the successful completion of an automotive repair trade school or the successful completion of a vocational technical program in automotive maintenance or completion of the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification as a master automotive/truck technician. Must possess a valid state-issued driver's license in accordance with City of KCMO policies. May be required to possess a valid CDL. Must possess a valid State of Missouri Inspector Mechanic permit by the end of the probationary period. Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post-offer physical examination as prescribed by the City.