SCBA Technician

<p style="margin: 0 0 8pt"><span style="color: inherit">Do you have exceptional experience and knowledge with breathing apparatus and respiratory protection? Do you want to work for the second-largest fire department in the state of Virginia? Are you ready to provide superior technical and respiratory support for a fast-growing, highly skilled Fire and Rescue System (FRS)? &nbsp;If so, the FRS is looking for you!</span></p><p style="margin: 0 0 8pt"><strong>About This Role:&nbsp;</strong></p><p style="margin: 0 0 8pt"><span style="color: inherit">T</span><span style="color: inherit">he Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Technician provides respiratory protection and technical support for Fire and Rescue Services personnel. This position is responsible for maintaining all fire department breathing apparatus, performing repairs, and conducting annual testing required by OSHA.&nbsp;</span></p><p style="margin: 0 0 8pt"><strong>Minimum Requirements:</strong></p><p style="margin: 0 0 8pt">High school diploma or GED</p><p style="margin: 0 0 8pt"><strong>Preferences:</strong></p><div style="margin: 0 0 8pt"><ul style="margin-bottom: 3pt"><li style="margin: 0 0 8pt">1 year experience with SCBA, specifically Mine Safety Appliances (MSA)</li><li style="margin: 0 0 8pt">Previous firefighting experience and/or general mechanical or warehouse experience&nbsp;</li><li style="margin: 0 0 8pt">Certified care tech with MSA, specifically in the MSA G1 Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)&nbsp;</li><li style="margin: 0 0 8pt">Experience driving Fire Department apparatus</li><li style="margin: 0 0 8pt">Willingness to work in all environments&nbsp;</li><li style="margin: 0 0 8pt">Comfortable getting in and out of large FRS vehicles repeatedly</li></ul></div><p style="margin: 0"><strong>Special Requirements: &nbsp; &nbsp;</strong></p><p style="margin: 0 0 8pt">MSA Care certification must be obtained within the first 6 months of employment.</p><p style="margin: 0">This position requires: balancing, reaching, standing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Incumbents may be subjected to fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, and intense noises.</p><p style="margin: 0"><br></p><p style="margin: 0 0 8pt"><strong>Work Schedule: &nbsp;</strong></p><p style="margin: 0 0 8pt">The incumbent will need to be able to work a flexible schedule work week of no more than 37.5 hours</p><p style="margin: 0"><br></p><strong>Starting Salary Range</strong>: $21.14-$32.17 per hour<br><br><p style="margin: 11.25pt 0 0"><span style="color: inherit">We also offer great benefits including:</span></p><ul type="disc" style="margin-bottom: 3pt"><li style="margin: 0 0 8pt; color: inherit">Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)</li><li style="margin: 0 0 8pt; color: inherit">401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans &nbsp;</li><li style="margin: 0 0 8pt; color: inherit">Paid Annual Leave</li><li style="margin: 0 0 8pt; color: inherit">Paid Personal Leave&nbsp;</li><li style="margin: 0 0 8pt; color: inherit">Paid Sick Leave</li><li style="margin: 0 0 8pt; color: inherit">Paid Holidays</li><li style="margin: 0 0 8pt; color: inherit">Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans &nbsp;</li><li style="margin: 0 0 8pt; color: inherit">Optional Group Life Insurance</li><li style="margin: 0 0 8pt; color: inherit">An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)&nbsp;</li><li style="margin: 0 0 8pt; color: inherit">Career Development Opportunities</li></ul><p style="margin: 0"><span style="color: inherit">Full time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click here&nbsp;</span><span style="color: inherit"><a href="https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service"><span style="color: inherit">PSLF</span></a></span><span style="color: inherit">&nbsp;for additional information.</span></p><p style="margin: 11.25pt 0 0"><strong><span style="color: inherit">NOTE: </span></strong><span style="color: inherit">The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, click&nbsp;</span><a href="https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pwcgov/classspecs/1318984?keywords=public%20safety%20technician&amp;pagetype=classSpecifications"><strong><span style="color: inherit">here</span></strong></a></p><p style="margin: 11.25pt 0 0; text-align: justify"><span style="color: inherit">Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.</span></p><p style="margin: 11.25pt 0 0; text-align: center"><strong><span style="color: inherit">SEE YOURSELF HERE!</span></strong></p><br>