SPFHS-2025-5 Forest Fire Equipment Maintenance Specialist 1

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Job Description - SPFHS-2025-5 Forest Fire Equipment Maintenance Specialist 1

Open to: Division-Wide
Work Week: 40-hour Work Week
Salary: (O17) $51,037.75 – $71,915.86
Opening Date: 04/04/2025
Closing Date: 04/18/2025
Existing Vacancies: 3

Program/Location
Department of Environmental Protection
State Parks, Forests and Historic Sites

Forest Fire Service - Division B (1 position)
103 Shinns Road
New Lisbon, NJ 08064

Forest Fire Service - Division C (2 positions)
5555 Atlantic Avenue
Mays Landing, NJ 08330

Scope of Eligibility
Open to permanent employees in a competitive title who work for the Forest Fire Service & Forestry, and meet the requirements below.

Description
Under the direction of a Supervisor, Forest Fire Equipment Maintenance, or other supervisory official in the Bureau of Forest Fire Management, Department of Environmental Protection, performs various tasks involving the construction, maintenance, transportation, operation and preventive maintenance of firefighting vehicles, heavy equipment and small equipment and stationary Forest Fire specialized equipment either in the shop, field or on-site of an emergency incident; may be required to assist firefighting personnel in preparedness, suppression, prevention and other functions of the Forest Fire Service pursuant to N.J.S.A. 13:9; when required responds to emergencies around the clock and function as an emergency responder within National Incident Management System (NIMS); does related work as required.

Requirements
TRAINING:
Successful completion of one (1) year of training in automotive technology at an accredited community college or vocational school

EXPERIENCE:
One (1) year of experience in the maintenance and repair of gasoline and diesel engines, motorized vehicles and equipment in a forest fire management organization or other recognized fire apparatus construction and maintenance shop.

NOTE: Applicants who do not possess the required year of formal training may substitute one (1) additional year of experience as outlined above.

NOTE: An Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification in one of the following specialties from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence may be substituted for the formal training: A-1 Engine Repair; A-6 Electrical/Electronic Systems, A-8 Engine Performance.

License
Appointees must possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey.

Appointees must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and applicable endorsements for the class and type of vehicle being operated.

NOTE: In accordance with Federal Regulation 82:40, appointees responsible for the repair of servicing of motor vehicle air conditioners will be required to obtain and maintain a valid Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician Certification, commensurate with the type of equipment services, issued by the Federal Environmental Protection Agency.

NOTE: In accordance with the New Jersey Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulation 29 CFR 1910.178(l) (1), appointees responsible for the operation of industrial trucks (powered forklifts) will be required to obtain and maintain a current certification as a Powered Industrial Truck Operator issued by the New Jersey Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Appointees may be required to successfully complete retraining.

NOTE: In accordance with NJAC 13:20-45.16, applicants responsible for performing emissions repairs to gasoline-fueled vehicles must possess a current certification as an Emissions Repair Technician.

NOTE: In accordance with NJAC 13:20-43.17, applicants responsible for performing emissions inspections to motor vehicles must possess a current certification as a Motor Vehicle Emissions Inspector.

NOTE: Affected appointees are required to maintain valid certifications and successfully complete the re-certification processes within the timeframes mandated by statute.

Veteran's Preference
To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veteran's Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated. For more information, please visit https://www.nj.gov/military/veterans/services/civil-service-preference/

Residency
All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011, have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the “New Jersey First Act”.

Authorization to Work
Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship, and Immigration Services regulations. NOTE: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employment
The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government. To evaluate the effectiveness of our efforts to attract and employ a diverse workforce, applicants are asked to voluntarily answer a few brief questions on the NJ Affirmative Action Information Form. All information is considered confidential and will be filed separately with the agency's affirmative action officer. This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision.

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.

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