Automotive Service & RepairHeavy Duty & Diesel Vehicle Maintenance
No H1B Sponsorship
About the job
Requirements
Six months of post-high-school education and four years of directly related experience.
Four years of recent, relevant experience in supervision, management, or a lead position in related fields.
A valid and unrestricted Class D operator’s license.
Ability to lift equipment and materials weighing up to 75 pounds.
Completion of the City of Tucson Supervisor Training Program after hire.
Section 609 Air Conditioning Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling certification within 30 days of hire.
Ability to work shift work if needed, including weekends, holidays, and after-hours as needed.
Responsibilities
Plan, coordinate, and supervise technicians’ and staff members’ daily activities and work assignments involving repair and maintenance of Fire Department apparatus, ambulances, and support equipment, following department policies, manufacturer requirements, and applicable National Fire Protection Association standards.
Supervise, schedule, and evaluate repair and maintenance tasks for multiple employees on an assigned shift; set priorities, monitor workflow, conduct quality inspections, and assess equipment performance.
Coordinate statutory inspections, facilitate safety meetings, oversee safety-related activities, lead daily workflow meetings, and provide safety training and instruction on new vehicle technologies.
Manage weekly on-call schedules to ensure after-hours vehicle availability.
Prepare preventive maintenance and fleet status reports using various programs; manage work orders by opening, closing, and assigning tasks based on customer requests.
Ensure work area cleanliness, address safety concerns, manage vehicle recalls, and schedule and assign preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs for vehicles and equipment.
Review results from emissions tests, oil analysis, ladder inspections, and pump tests.
Coordinate with vendors on estimates and outsourced maintenance, repairs, and rebuilds.
Support recruitment and hiring processes, recommend disciplinary and corrective actions, foster department morale through leadership and guidance, and conduct employee performance evaluations.
Collaborate with the Superintendent and City Human Resources to address personnel issues.
Manage employee timekeeping by approving timecards, leave requests, and schedules; approve certifications and track skill-based tiers for compliance.
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
Technical school diploma or certificate, or an associate’s degree.
Posting Close Date
Application and Special Instructions
As part of the application process, all applicants are required to submit a resume at the time of application. Applications that do not contain a resume will be considered incomplete and will not receive further consideration.
This is an open/continuous recruitment and will remain open until position(s) have been filled.
The first review of applications will be September 29, 2026 and then every two (2) weeks thereafter.
If selected for this position, you will be subject to a background check
The Tucson Fire Fleet Management Division is proud to be certified as an ASE Blue Seal Repair Facility. The Emergency Vehicle Technician Supervisor is part of this team dedicated to providing service solutions that exceed our customers’ expectations. With a specialized fleet of emergency response vehicles, the Tucson Fire Department provides the latest technologies, training, and industry certification opportunities to keep the fleet management team and the fleet at the forefront of the industry.
The Emergency Vehicle Technician Supervisor plans, coordinates and supervises the daily activities and work assignments of the technicians and staff involved in the repair and maintenance of the Fire Department’s apparatus, ambulances and support equipment. Workflow is based on Tucson Fire Department policies, manufacturer requirements, and applicable NFPA standards.
Skill Based Pay/Certifications and expected timeline:
The Emergency Vehicle Technician Supervisor classification is included in a skill-based pay plan which provides compensation for achieving and maintaining 30 ASE and EVT certifications required for this position as listed below. ASE and EVT certification fees are paid for by the department with a passing score. Employees in this classification are required to progress through the levels of certification in a consecutive manner as listed below.
Entrance into the classification requires achievement of the following certifications within the first year of employment:
Tier 1 ASE Certifications: • ASE A5 Brakes • ASE T4 Brakes • ASE T5 Suspension & Steering • ASE T6 Electrical/Electronic Systems
Tier 1 EVT Certifications: • EVT F1 Maintenance, Inspection, and Testing of Fire Apparatus • EVT F5 Aerial Fire Apparatus • EVT E0 Maintenance, Inspection, and Testing of Ambulances • EVT M1 Management Level 1 Supervisor
Achievement of the following certifications is required upon completion of the second year of employment:
Tier 2 ASE Certifications: • ASE T2 Diesel Engines • ASE T8 Preventive Maintenance • ASE A4 Suspension and Steering • ASE A9 Light Vehicle Diesel Engines
Additional information regarding the ASE and EVT certification programs can be found on the websites listed below.
National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) https://www.ase.com Emergency Vehicle Technician Certification Commission Inc. (EVT) https://evtcc.org
ABOUT THIS JOB
Position Specific Summary
The Emergency Vehicle Technician Supervisor at the City of Tucson’s Fire Department supervises personnel in the maintenance, repair, and modification of emergency response vehicles and their components in a busy and fluid environment.
Work is performed under the supervision of the Emergency Vehicle Fleet Superintendent. This position exercises supervision over division personnel.
Duties and Responsibilities
Supervises, schedules, and evaluates repair and maintenance tasks for multiple employees on an assigned shift. Sets priorities, monitors workflow, conducts quality inspections, and assesses equipment performance.
Coordinates statutory inspections, facilitates safety meetings, and oversees safety-related activities. Leads daily meetings to review workflows. Provides safety training and instruction on new vehicle technologies for efficient and safe maintenance and repairs. Manages weekly on-call schedules to ensure after-hours vehicle availability.
Prepares preventive maintenance and fleet status reports using various programs. Manages work orders, including opening, closing, and assigning tasks based on customer requests.
Ensures work area cleanliness, addresses safety concerns, and manages vehicle recalls. Schedules and assigns preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs for vehicles and equipment.
Reviews results from emissions tests, oil analysis, ladder inspections, and pump tests. Coordinates with vendors on estimates and outsourced maintenance, repairs, and rebuilds.
Supports recruitment and hiring processes, recommends disciplinary and corrective actions, and fosters positive department morale through leadership and guidance. Conducts employee performance evaluations. Collaborates with the Superintendent and City HR to address personnel issues.
Manages employee timekeeping by approving timecards, leave requests, and schedules. Ensures compliance by approving certifications and tracking skill-based tiers.
Performs all other duties and tasks as assigned
Working Conditions:
Indoor and outdoor work with some exposure to physical, ergonomic, or emotional hazardous environment.
All duties and responsibilities listed are subject to change.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
., Minimum Qualifications 6 months post high school and 4 years of directly related experience Experience: 4 years of recent, relevant experience in supervision, management, or in a lead position in related field(s) Valid and Unrestricted Class D operators license Ability to lift equipment and materials up to 75lbs Completion of the City of Tucson Supervisor Training Program after hire Section 609 Air Conditioning Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling certification within 30 days of hire Ability to work in a fast paced environment Ability to work shift work if needed Ability to work weekends, holidays, and after-hours as needed
Preferred Qualifications Technical School diploma/certificate or associate’s degree
The City of Tucson considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
Exempt
Position Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
Department
Fire Department
Department Link
https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Fire
Background Check
This position has been designated to require a criminal background check. The City of Tucson is a Second Chance Employer.
ABOUT US
Benefits
The City of Tucson offers a generous benefits package for benefit-eligible positions. The comprehensive, flexible, and affordable coverage is designed to optimize health and well-being, security and future, and peace of mind. Benefits begin with medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA coverage, surpassing your standard 401(k) program by offering a rich pension plan plus optional Roth and pretax deferred compensation savings. With your well-being in mind, our paid time off program provides new hires with 38 paid days off in the first year of employment, with time off increasing steadily in subsequent years. We offer twelve weeks of paid parental leave, paid tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, off- and on-the-job training, and opportunities to forge connections with peers and the community through employee resource groups and paid volunteer hours. You can learn more about our benefits at https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefit-Snapshot.
Citizenship
The City of Tucson employs only U.S. Citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. Citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Status. The City of Tucson does not offer visa sponsorship.
City of Tucson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer
The City does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy), national origin, veteran status, age, disability, genetic testing, or any other protected status. If you believe you have been a victim of discrimination, you may file a complaint with the City of Tucson's Office of Equal Opportunity Programs, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or Arizona Attorney General's Office of the Civil Rights Division (ACRD).
The City of Tucson is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or who require religious accommodation; please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 520-791-2619.