Crash​/Fire Equipment Mechanic - Daniel K. Inouye International Airport - Oahu

Recruitment Number 26-0039

This vacancy is with the Department of Transportation, Airports Division.

Salary: $6,300 per month (BC-11)

This continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the State of Hawaii's Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page of our website.

Maintains and repairs aircraft crash/fire rescue vehicles, boats and auxiliary equipment; repairs diesel and gasoline engines, including synchronized dual engines; fabricates parts and performs welding to modify vehicles and constructs or repairs various items; may repair automobiles, trucks, and heavy construction equipment; and performs other related duties as assigned.

• Legal Authorization To Work

  The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.

• General Experience

  One (1) year of journey worker level automotive repair work experience which demonstrated knowledge of the theories and principles of both diesel and gasoline internal combustion engines; troubleshooting, repair and maintenance procedures for gas and diesel engines, brake systems, transmissions, and drive shafts; the use of hydraulic oil presses, gauges, gear or bearing pullers, testing equipment and tools used in the automotive repair trade;
  
  principles of electricity as applied to the electrical systems of automotive vehicles; occupational hazards and precautionary measures applicable to the automotive repair trade; and the ability to perform the complete overhaul of gasoline engines and smaller diesel engines; locate and correct mechanical defects in gasoline and diesel driven automotive equipment; perform arc welding and simple body and fender repairs and interpret and work from drawings as well as from oral and written instructions.

• Specialized Experience

  One (1) year of independent specialized work experience in the maintenance and repair of crash/fire vehicles and auxiliary equipment. The work experience must demonstrate possession of knowledge of troubleshooting, repair and maintenance procedures for high pressure positive displacement and centrifugal pumps; and the ability to read and comprehend crash/fire vehicle and equipment manufacturers' manuals for troubleshooting, repair, and operating procedures; repair synchronized dual engines;
  
  use volt‑ohm meters, oscilloscopes and tools for electrical repair; maintain and repair equipment such as high pressure rotary and centrifugal pumps, turret controls, nozzles, and air compressors; express ideas verbally and clearly; and keep simple records.

• License

  Applicants must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) – Class A, Endorsement N – Tank vehicles (permanently mounted tank rated greater than 119 gallons, or portable tank rated greater than 1,000 gallons) with no restrictions relating to codes E (manual transmission), I (class C vehicle over 18,000 pounds GVWR), and L (air brakes). Applicants must possess a valid CDL at the date of appointment.
  
  A valid out‑of‑state CDL may also be accepted; if selected, the applicant must transfer the out‑of‑state CDL to a Hawaii‑issued CDL prior to employment start date and within 30 days of arriving in Hawaii.

In accordance with federal regulations, persons who are being considered for employment in positions which require unescorted access to secured areas at the airport must undergo a pre‑employment fingerprint‑based criminal history record check. Prospective employees must not have been convicted or found "not guilty by reason of insanity" of a disqualifying criminal offense within 10 years from the date of the application.

The cost for the records check will be the applicant's responsibility.

The State of Hawai'i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations in completing an…