Aviation Crash & Fire Equipment Mechanic

Overview

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.

To qualify, you must meet all of the following requirements:

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.

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.

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.

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 1000 gallons), and 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, you must transfer your out-of-state CDL to a Hawaii-issued CDL prior to your employment start date and within 30 days of arriving in Hawaii. Your Hawaii-issued CDL will be verified by the hiring agency before you can start work. Please contact the Honolulu CDL Office at  for information on how to obtain a Hawaii CDL.

A copy of the CDL (front and back) should be attached to the application.

For positions requiring a CDL, the Federal Department of Transportation regulations require pre-employment testing for controlled substances. If selected, you will be informed by the hiring agency of when and where to report for testing.

In accordance with Federal regulations, persons 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. To be granted Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) clearance, applicants 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 application.

Upon recommendation for hire, applicants will be required to successfully undergo the fingerprint-based criminal history record check and be found free of disqualifying convictions during the preceding ten years. The cost for the records check is the applicant's responsibility.

The State of Hawaii complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require accommodations, please call  for assistance.

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