The Emergency Vehicle Technicians (EVTs) at Lowndes County Fire Rescue (LCFR) play a vital role in ensuring the reliability and safety of all fire apparatus and support vehicles. They are responsible for maintaining and repairing a diverse fleet that includes pumpers, tankers, aerials, brush trucks, and rescue boats.
Primary Duties
- Perform corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance on fire apparatus, including major systems such as transmissions, brakes, steering, hydraulics, electrical, and engines.
- Conduct detailed engine diagnostics, interpret test results, and perform repairs according to manufacturer specifications.
- Maintain and repair portable generators and other small engine equipment essential to department operations.
- Fabricate and weld components as necessary to ensure apparatus readiness.
- Manage parts inventory by ordering and stocking essential components to minimize downtime.
- Complete all required documentation related to work orders, repairs, and parts procurement.
By maintaining the operational readiness of the fleet, the Emergency Vehicle Technicians help ensure that firefighters have reliable and safe equipment available to respond effectively to emergencies throughout Lowndes County.