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Location : PUBLIC SAFETY HQ, 12099 GOVERNMENT CENTER PKWY, FAIRFAX (EJ28), VA
Job Type: FT Hourly W BN
Job Number: 26-01011
Department: Fire & Rescue
Opening Date: 07/04/2026
Closing Date: 7/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Pay Grade: S14
Posting Type: Open to General Public
Job Announcement
This position supports the department by repairing, maintaining, and tracking a wide range of small equipment and tools. Performs in-house repairs on items such as nozzles, hydrant gates, couplings, PPV fans, pumps, chainsaws, rotary saws, generators, and departmental small appliances (e.g., coffee makers). Also maintains and monitors a small inventory of repair parts.
Oversees the repair process for equipment requiring external service, including fire extinguishers, chainsaws, rotary saws, and generators. When items cannot be repaired in-house, the employee will transport equipment to and from authorized service centers. Operates departmental vehicles as needed, including pickup trucks for deliveries and supply pickups. Also serves as a backup driver for established delivery routes, which includes operating a box truck.
Warehouse responsibilities include moving pallets, stocking shelves, performing cycle counts, and supporting other logistics or warehouse tasks as assigned. Participates in a rotating on-call schedule to provide after-hours logistics support.
During major incidents or emergencies, the employee may be deployed to emergency incident scenes, the Department Operations Center (DOC), or the county Emergency Operations Center (EOC). While activated, the employee performs duties within the Logistics Section under the National Incident Management System (NIMS) Incident Command System (ICS). Responsibilities include operating within the Supply Unit, procuring goods and services using both routine and emergency procurement processes, and maintaining thorough documentation, reports, and audit records throughout the emergency period.
Illustrative Duties
(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)

• Monitors receiving, storage and issuance of supplies and equipment (small accounts);
• Serves as department's Property Manager for accountable equipment;
• Plans and monitors staging areas;
• Audits and analyzes inventory to ensure availability and to minimize cost;
• Performs inventory cycle count s and spots checks to ensure inventory accuracy;
• Places orders for stock/supply replenishment and sets automated controls;
• Utilizes purchasing application software, procurement cards, and vendor online catalog to generate purchase orders;
• Contacts vendors to expedite and coordinate deliveries and resolve discrepancies;
• Plans delivery schedule and routing;
• Enters invoices in Accounts Payable application software;
• Researches and/or solicits vendor prices and availability quotes;
• Monitors vendor contract performance and reports discrepancies to supervisor;
• Maintains detailed purchasing, receiving and issue records using automated procurement system;
• Trains subordinates of standard purchasing, inventory procedures, and warehouse safety procedures;
• May provide limited supervision of warehouse staff;
• Coordinates maintenance and repair of vehicles, equipment, and facility.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

• Knowledge of supply procedures and requirements;
• Knowledge of procurement methods and procedures;
• Knowledge of purchasing contract practices and procedures;
• Ability to develop supply requirements;
• Ability to compare and analyze costs and specifications;
• Ability to use sound judgment in making decisions;
• Ability to communicate in writing and orally;
• Ability to operate a personal computer and an automated purchasing/inventory management system;
• Ability to work with and evaluate the effectiveness of purchasing contracts;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships;
• Ability to perform all required tasks including lifting, stooping, bending, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions.

Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to high school graduation or a G.E.D. issued by a state department of education; and two years of experience procuring or issuing and receiving equipment or performing accounts payable functions.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Driver's license (required)
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, sanctions screening, and driver's record to the satisfaction of the employer.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with repairs to small equipment and tools specific to the fire service.
• Experience with warehouse operations.
• Experience with forklift operations.
• Previous driving experience to include large box trucks and trailers.
• CDL - Class B (VA)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to verbally communicate via telephone or in person. The ability to lift 75 pounds. Visual acuity and ability to work with small hand tools. All duties may be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:Panel interview; may include exercise.
Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including ) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.
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Merit Positions
Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:

• Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• LiveWell Program
• Flexible Spending Programs
• Paid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more!)
• Paid Holidays
• Deferred Compensation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employees' Child Care Center
• Continuous Learning Opportunities

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NOTE: Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program:
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Non-Merit Positions

1. Non-Merit Benefit Eligible: scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year.
   • Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
   • Flexible Spending Program
   • Deferred Compensation
2. Temporary: scheduled to work a maximum of 900 hours in a calendar year.
   • No benefits

01
What is the highest level of education that you have completed?

• Less than 12th grade
• High school diploma or GED
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Doctorate degree

02
If you answered "Some college" for the highest level of education completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have completed towards a degree.

• Less than 45 quarter hours
• 45 to less than 90 quarter hours
• 90 to less than 135 quarter hours
• 135 to less than 180 quarter hours
• 180 or more quarter hours
• Less than 30 semester hours
• 30 to less than 60 semester hours
• 60 to less than 90 semester hours
• 90 to less than 120 semester hours
• 120 or more semester hours
• Not applicable

03
Please indicate the major(s) or minor(s) for your completed degree(s). Check all that apply.

• Accounting
• Finance
• Auditing
• Business administration
• Other (related field)
• Other (non-related field)
• Not applicable

04
If you answered "Other (related field)" or "Other (non-related field)" for the previous question, please list all of your majors and minors. If this question does not pertain to you, or you do not have a degree, enter "Not applicable".
05
Do you currently possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

06
Are you currently in possession of a commercial driver's license (CDL)? If yes, please check each item that applies to your class and endorsement(s).

• Class A
• Class B
• (P) with air brakes and Passenger
• (S) School Bus endorsements
• I currently do not possess a CDL, but I do possess a Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP)
• I currently do not possess a CDL nor a CLP

07
How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have in procuring or issuing and receiving equipment or performing accounts payable functions?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five or more years

08
How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have with repairs to small equipment and tools specific to the fire service?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five or more years

09
How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you with warehouse operations?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five or more years

10
How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have with forklift operations?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five or more years

11
How many years of full-time equivalent experience do you have driving to include large box trucks and trailers?

• None
• Less than one year
• One to less than two years
• Two to less than three years
• Three to less than four years
• Four to less than five years
• Five or more years

Required Question