Fleet Maintenance Technician

Location: Rifle, CO

Application Deadline: January 31, 2025, 5:00 PM (MST)

Salary Range: $40.42 - $60.63/hour

Schedule: Full-time, 40-hour workweek

Colorado River Fire Rescue is hiring a Fleet Maintenance Technician to join our team and play a vital role in ensuring the readiness and safety of our fleet of vehicles and emergency apparatus.

About the Role

As a Fleet Maintenance Technician, you will bring expertise in diagnostics, repairs, and routine maintenance for our diverse fleet, including emergency vehicles, fire apparatus, and mechanical equipment. This position works closely under the guidance of the Fleet Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and repair gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, and electrical components.
• Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with schedules.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs and maintenance using our electronic system.
• Provide emergency field assistance when necessary.
• Collaborate on bid specifications for fleet and mechanical equipment.
• Fabricate and weld steel and aluminum for body repairs as needed.

What We're Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of technical experience in automotive or diesel repair, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid Colorado Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with DOT Medical Certification (or ability to obtain within one year).
• Insurable driving record and strong proficiency in English (written and verbal).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certifications in ASE or similar for light/heavy-duty vehicles and diesel systems.
• Advanced trade school training or college coursework in automotive/diesel systems.
• CDL with tanker endorsement.

Why Join Us?

Benefits Include:

• Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% for employees, 50% for dependents).
• Life insurance (3x annual salary) and short/long-term disability coverage.
• PERA retirement plan
• 11 paid holidays, accrued paid time off, and education assistance.
• TRIAD Employee Assistance Program and Peer Support Program.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and a letter of intent by 5:00 PM on January 31, 2025:

• Email: careers@crfr.us
• Hand Deliver: Station 41, 1850 Railroad Ave., Rifle, CO 81650

Panel interviews are tentatively scheduled for late February 2025.

About Colorado River Fire Rescue:

Colorado River Fire Protection District, also known as Colorado River Fire Rescue, was established in 2012 and provides Fire, EMS, Hazardous Materials, and Rescue response for the Town of New Castle, the Town of Silt, the City of Rifle, and surrounding areas. The Fire District covers an area of approximately 697 square miles and operates with Volunteer, Part Time, and Full Time staffing across six stations.

We are committed to serving our community with integrity, professionalism, and safety. Join us in maintaining and supporting a fleet that helps save lives and protect property.