EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE HELPER - FIRE EMERGENCY

Position/Program Information

FIRE DEPARTMENT

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
OPEN COMPETITIVE - FIRE EMERGENCY

EXAM NUMBER
36607A-FR

APPLICATION FILING PERIOD

Applications will be accepted beginning July 2, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) through July 16, 2025, before 5:00 p.m. (PT)

The LA County Board of Supervisors has unanimously ratified a Proclamation of Local Emergency in response to the windstorms and wildfires , including the Palisades and Eaton Fires, that have devastated communities across the County. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to assist the County in mobilizing resources and support needed to help our residents recover and rebuild. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you.

The Los Angeles County Fire Department is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Equipment Maintenance Helper vacancies related to this unprecedented natural disaster.

Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment.

During your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%.

Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Equipment Maintenance Helper position.

DEFINITION :
Assists in the maintenance and repair of various types of equipment and tools or independently services the simpler types of equipment and tools.

CLASSIFICATION STANDARDS :
Positions allocable to this class typically report to an Equipment Maintenance Supervisor, or higher-level supervisor and are characterized by the performance of semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of equipment and tools of County facilities. Under close supervision, these positions assist in setting-up, adjusting, and maintaining assigned equipment and tools used in areas such as recreational activities, park maintenance, hospitals and facilities, fueling facilities, and a variety of other areas or activities. Positions in this class utilize hand and trade type tools in the performance of work related duties.

Essential Job Functions

• Assists in maintaining, modifying and repairing gas powered and non-gas powered equipment (e.g., generators, smoke ejectors, self-containing breathing apparatus) and tools (e.g., rotary saws, yard/station equipment, jaws of life) by inspecting for safe operation and/or physical damage; replacing and cleaning sensors, belts, filters; lubricating parts with oil; detecting and diagnosing causes of equipment malfunctions or mechanical failures; performing minor repairs using appropriate hand tools and resources (e.g., pliers, screwdrivers, wrenches, alcohol, compressed air); and contacting certified technicians when necessary in order to ensure equipment’s proper, safe, and continuous functioning during regular use on the job.
• Receives, stores, and distributes various supplies (e.g., tools, parts, cleaning) and materials by performing physical labor (e.g., frequent lifting, bending, twisting) and operating mechanical equipment (e.g., electric pallet jacks, forklifts) and using computer/tablet, organizing and sustaining supply area, in order to ensure work functions are uninterrupted and performed in an efficient and effective manner.
• Delivers special equipment/supplies by driving a vehicle (e.g., County van, light truck), operating forklifts and pallet jacks, transporting to designated locations within the County (e.g., Fire Station, Fire Headquarters) or to vendors in order to transfer equipment/supplies in an efficient and timely manner.
• Keeps work records of routine and periodic work activities (e.g., inventory, inspection, maintenance, repairs) by completing or updating logs, sheets, and forms (e.g., Supply Inventory Log, Machine Operator Log) electronically in order to document information used by supervisors and managers.
• Exercises utmost care in the performance of duties by following work safety procedures and practices and utilizing proper safety gear (e.g., protective clothing, ear plugs, safety goggles, etc.) in order to ensure the safety of self and colleagues.
• Interacts with a variety of individuals (e.g., firefighters, vendors, co-workers, supervisors, other County employees) by communicating with personnel orally and in writing to discuss equipment maintenance (e.g., contacting vendors to service equipment).
• Prepares various documents (e.g., test sheets) by using a computer/tablet and appropriate software programs (e.g., Honeywell Posichek, Quantifit); and following standard English grammar, structure, punctuation, and usage in order to communicate information to the target audience.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :
Six (6) months of experience in equipment maintenance and repair.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS :
Some assignments in this class require the use of respirators such as when working in confined spaces or in an environment with hazardous materials.

You MUST meet the above requirements in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment.

LICENSE INFORMATION :
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize and alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

PHYSICAL CLASS :
Physical Class IV - Arduous: This class involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working above ground on irregular surfaces. It includes those positions that occasionally demand extraordinary physical activity such as those in Safety positions.

Additional Information

EXAMINATION CONTENT :
During your initial work period, the appointing department will evaluate your performance. Those who achieve a passing score on this evaluation will be considered for permanent appointment.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION :
Applications must be filed online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. If you have not been contacted within 60 days and the recruitment remains open or reopens for filing, we encourage you to submit a new application. This will allow you to reaffirm your interest and update any relevant information.

Many important notifications will be sent electronically to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. Please add cindy.delgado@fire.lacounty.gov as well as noreply@governmentjobs.com , Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov , and info@governmentjobs.com to your email address and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter mail.

You have the ability to opt out of emails from Los Angeles County. If you unsubscribe, you will not receive any email notification for any examination for which you apply with Los Angeles County. Regardless of whether you choose to unsubscribe, you can always check for notifications by logging into governmentjobs.com and viewing your profile inbox, which saves a copy of all emailed notices.

Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty , you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE :
The acceptance of your application depends on whether you have clearly shown that you meet the Minimum Requirements. Please fill out your application and supplemental questionnaire completely and correctly to receive full credit for any related education, training, and job experience. For each job held, give the name and address of your employer, your actual job title, beginning and ending dates, description of work performed, total number of hours worked (full or part time). Provide any relevant education, training, and experience in the spaces provided so we can evaluate your qualifications for this job. Your application will be rejected if it is incomplete. We may reject your application at any time during the selection process.

AVAILABLE SHIFT :
Any Shift - Appointees must be willing to work any shift, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER :
Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed person shave a Social Security Number.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES :
For applicants who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Refer to their website for more information: http://lacountylibrary.org .

NO SHARING OF USER ID, EMAIL AND PASSWORD :
All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.

ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI) :
The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. The County of Los Angeles Fire Department is committed to promoting Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst various groups of people. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

Department Contact Name: Fire Examination Section
Department Contact Phone: (213) 466-5500
Department Contact Email: Fire-Examination@fire.lacounty.gov
Analyst Contact Phone: (213) 466-5500
Analyst Contact Email: cindy.delgado@fire.lacounty.gov
Teletype Phone: (800) 735-2929
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922

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Closing Date/Time: 7/16/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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