Description
Under the direction of the Fire Fleet Repair Manager and job site mentors, the Youth Fleet Apprentice works full-time during the summer and part-time during the school year.
Youth Fleet Apprentices assigned to Construction and Maintenance will be trained to complete automotive and diesel vehicle maintenance.
The Youth Fleet Apprentice is the first step to a career with the City of Milwaukee. Upon completion of the two-year program, successful Apprentices may be eligible for promotion to higher-level titles (e.g., Maintenance Assistant and Emergency Vehicle Mechanic I) in regular, full-time positions.
Essential Functions
Year 1 Overview:
Operate tools and equipment safely.
Process work orders.
Change oil and filter.
Assist with the diagnosis of common equipment concerns.
Identify vehicle parts.
Rotate tires.
Complete battery service.
Perform multi-point inspections.
Assist with preventive maintenance of various vehicle systems, including diesel engines.
Year 2 Overview – (In addition to Year 1 competencies):
Perform preventive maintenance of:
Brake systems
Fuel systems
Steering and suspension
HVAC systems
Hydraulics
Powertrain/hydrostatic systems
Wheels and tires
Drivetrain systems
Air and exhaust systems
Windshields
Vehicle/equipment frame
Exterior lighting systems
Inspect interior and accessory components.
We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.
- Conditions of Employment
Work 15-20 hours per week during the school year and full-time during the summer. Minimum of 450 work hours at the end of year 1 and 900 hours at the end of year 2. - Have access to reliable transportation to report on time at the work location for the assigned work shift.
- Ability to withstand a wide range of weather conditions.
- Ability to be subject to hazards and atmospheric conditions; such as noise, vibrations, moving mechanical parts, fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, and oil or other fluids.
- Physical ability to perform medium work; ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Physical ability to stand, walk, climb, balance, crouch, crawl, grasp, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive motions.
- Ability to see and hear to be able to remain safe within constantly changing environments.
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE).
Required pre-employment tests include the following:
Physical/ w 50lb Lift
Audiogram
Vision
Non-DOT drug test
Requirements
1. At least 16 years of age at the time of appointment.
2. Current enrollment as a high school sophomore or junior at the time of application.
NOTE 1: Candidates must be on track to graduate; verification will be requested from the candidate’s high school.
NOTE 2: Candidates selected to the Youth Apprentice – Fire Construction and Maintenance program must participate in the State of Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development Youth Apprenticeship Program (DWDYAP). For more information, see this link: https://dwd.wisconsin.gov/apprenticeship/ya/applicants.htm.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The students selected for the Youth Fleet Apprentice (Fire Department) title are required to seek admission to the DWD-YAP through their school-appointed consortium. For the Consortium list, see this link: https://dwd.wisconsin.gov/apprenticeship/contacts.htm#youthApprenticeshipConsortiums.
3. A valid government-issued Wisconsin Identification Card (ID) OR a valid driver’s license at the time of appointment. A valid driver’s license is required within 60 days of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment. (A valid Wisconsin driver’s license is required for a full-time, regular appointment.)
4. A good driving record at the time of appointment or at time of obtaining a license and throughout employment.
5. Completion of S/P2 Vehicle Safety course (Automotive, Diesel, or Collision), or equivalent, (as approved by the Milwaukee Fire Department) at the time of appointment.
6. Completion of at least one (1) SNAP-ON® / STARRETT® precision measuring instrument certificate (Tape and Rule, Slide Caliper, Gauge Measurement, Angle Measurement, Micrometer, or Dial Gauge Measurement), or equivalent (as approved by the Milwaukee Fire Department) at the time of appointment.
NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates’ education as part of the background screening process before extending any job offers.
