NEWS & UPDATES

May 4 — May 8, 2026

The Academy is proud to offer numerous great courses to support your EVT staff in their efforts to stay cutting-edge and efficient with the latest technology. Also included in the training is the California Emergency Equipment Showcase for learning about the newest products, and many events where mechanics and fire fighters can network to build resources for problem-solving and further growth.

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

Please visit our website to sign up for classes – www.cafiremech.com

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EVT Certification Exam registration is also open. Please email our office, info@cafiremech.org, with your required documents to get signed up!

EVT Certification Exam Dates:
-May 1st@ 9am
-May 8th after the completion of the spring academy

The deadline to register for classes and certification exams is April 10th, 2026

Download the Academy Flyer – 2026 Spring Academy Flyer

The City of San Marcos is seeking a dynamic, high energy, self-starter for the Fleet Technician position. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of a wide range of fleet vehicles and be adept at using electronic diagnostic tools, troubleshooting electrical issues, and maintaining systems on emergency response vehicles, apparatus, and equipment while being able to perform work in a fast paced and challenging environment.

Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills are essential, as the role involves close collaboration with the Fire and Sheriff’s Departments while maintaining/servicing apparatus, vehicles, motorcycles, and other equipment.

Join us and be a part of a team that values excellence, dedication, and community service. Apply today and make a meaningful impact in your community through your technical expertise and commitment to public service.

Summary Description:

Under general direction supervision, performs various tasks relative to the repair and maintenance of vehicles and heavy/light equipment. Performs after-hours emergency response as required.

This is the journey-level class in the Mechanic series. In addition to the duties of the Mechanic Assistant, the Fleet Technician inspects, diagnoses and locates mechanical difficulties in City automobiles and a variety of diesel and gasoline powered maintenance and construction equipment. Maintains and repairs components and operating systems of vehicles and equipment. Incumbents perform independently, without technical supervisor and are responsible for maintaining and repairing high performance firefighting apparatus, emergency vehicles, vehicles, and equipment.

The Fleet Technician is a full journey-level class responsible for maintaining, repairing and servicing a wide variety of City owned and rental fleet. Some vehicles and/or equipment contain complex firefighting apparatus / equipment, generators, invertors, heating and cooling systems, plumbing fixtures and equipment, radios, FLIR, CAN communication networks, and pneumatic/hydraulic systems. Assignments vary, encompass a variety of tasks, seldom require detailed instructions, and require sound, independent judgement and initiative. Fleet Technicians are required to provide their own toolbox and hand tools.

For all the information please click this link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sanmarcos/jobs/5153987/fleet-technician

Thanks again to Bauer Compressors Inc. for hosting our last NCFMA training. We appreciate the hospitality and continued support for the NCFMA.

The next meeting will be at Burton’s Fire