Automotive Mechanic Foreperson - Fire Department #PM-1570-1315

PROMOTIONAL EXAMINATION FOR:

AUTOMOTIVE MECHANIC FOREPERSON

- FIRE DEPARTMENT - 

SALARY: $31.93 - 39.63 /HOURLY  (NOTE:  New hires start at the beginning of the range)

 This examination is open to permanent classified employees of the City of Waterbury

This examination is open to permanent classified employees of the City of Waterbury.  Individuals appointed as a result of passing the examination shall be required to serve a working test period which will be, in effect, the final phase of this examination. A passing score must be obtained on each part of the examination.

Seniority Points – Credit for this position will be in accordance with the amendment of the Civil Service Rules & Regulations.   

This position is covered under the Agreement between the City of Waterbury and the Waterbury City Employees Locala 353, Council 4, American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Union (Blue Collar).

Provides first line supervision over employees engaged in repairing and maintaining city vehicles, construction equipment and firefighting apparatus and equipment if assigned to the fire department.

(Illustrative only)

Schedules work assignments making effective use of skilled employees;

Checks work orders, making adjustments where necessary, sets priorities for work to be performed;

Provides on-the-job training in new repair techniques, proper use of specialized tools and equipment;

Helps resolve maintenance and personnel problems;

Maintains repair and other records, prepares reports; Requisitions parts and equipment;

Investigates accidents, ensures safety, health and security standards are maintained:

Performs the duties of a lower classification as required;

Performs other related work as required by Supervisor of Fleet Operations.

Thorough knowledge of automotive repair and maintenance practices; ability to diagnose routine and unusual repair problems; ability to plan organize, coordinate, supervise and evaluate the work of Automotive Mechanics and helpers. Thorough knowledge of NFPA standards and OSHA requirements related to fire apparatus and repair if assigned to the fire department. Ability to work effectively with workers and other City employees. Ability to work under adverse weather conditions. Ability to operate  motor equipment under repair. Thoroughness and dependability.

IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION YOU MUST INDICATE ON YOUR APPLICATION THAT AS OF THE CLOSING DATE YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING EXPERIENCE 

Five (5) years of experience in motor equipment repair, fleet maintenance, and if assigned to the fire department fire apparatus repair and firefighting equipment repair; preferably certification in automotive and heavy-duty truck repair with completion of advanced coursework in modern techniques and practices of automotive repair being desirable. Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) certification if assigned to the fire department

Must possess or be able to obtain within six (6) months of appointment a commercial driver’s license (CDL) to operate equipment in the City’s fleet of vehicles.

Must have and provide own automotive repair tools.

PART V - Working Conditions, Physical and Mental Requirements

Physical Requirements:  Automotive Mechanic Foreperson - Fire Department

 Incumbents in this class must have general good health, be free from any disease or injury which would impair health or usefulness and possess and retain sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, endurance and visual and auditory acuity required to perform all the duties of the class. Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate weights. A comprehensive medical examination, including a controlled substance screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.

Frequency: Place an “X” in each box that is appropriate to your job.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities and duties performed by personnel so classified.

The City of Waterbury and Waterbury Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the District when necessary.

Prepared on: June 10, 2026

This examination is open to permanent classified employees of the City of Waterbury

Individuals appointed as a result of passing the examination shall be required to serve a working test period which will be, in effect, the final phase of this examination. A passing score must be obtained on each part of the examination.

This position is covered under the Agreement between the City of Waterbury and the Waterbury City Employees Locala 353, Council 4, American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Union (Blue Collar).

THE CITY OF WATERBURY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

 E.O.E. M/F/D/V 

EEOP Utilization Report available at Waterburyct.org