Fire Protective Equipment Technician

DEADLINE FOR FILING: Wednesday, October 28 at 5:00 p.m.

JOB SUMMARY

Sioux Falls Fire and Rescue is looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to serve in this crucial role that manages all personal protective equipment for our uniformed personnel.

Sioux Falls Fire Rescue is nationally accredited and viewed as one of the largest and most respected fire departments in the upper Midwest. This role directly supports more?than?200 team members.

Perform duties in support of department members related to the advanced cleaning, inventory management, inspection, repair, and routine maintenance of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) firefighting ensemble elements and related equipment in compliance with applicable NFPA standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from high school or GED certification with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in specialized repair, maintenance, inventory/material distribution, and cleaning work, or related area, and experience with Microsoft

Office software; or any such combination of education, experience, and training as may be acceptable to the hiring authority.

Must successfully complete PPE element manufacturer certification training within six (6) months of hire.

Must possess or be able to obtain prior to hire a valid driver’s license.