Senior Equipment Parts Specialist

This classification is scheduled to receive the following base salary adjustments:

• 2.54% effective May 1 2026

The Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) is currently recruiting for the position of Senior Equipment Parts Specialist to fill one (1) vacancy in the Fleet Services Division of the Logistics Department. This recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancy and establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
Last day to apply: Monday February 2 2026 at 11:59 pm
Oral Interviews: Week of February 23 2026
Selection Interviews: Week of March 2 2026

CLASS SUMMARY:
Under general supervision provides lead direction to parts department staff; orders receives stores issues controls and maintains an inventory of automotive fire and heavy construction equipment parts and supplies accessories and related equipment; evaluates bid documents and purchase orders; researches specialized parts and equipment; identifies and selects items for issue as requested by mechanics and fleet center personnel; stocks rotates and verifies inventories; and performs related duties as assigned.

Receives general supervision from supervisory and/or management staff. Exercises technical and functional direction over and provides training to less experienced staff.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Senior Equipment Parts Specialist is the second level in a two-level Equipment Parts Specialist series. This is the advanced-level classification in the Equipment Parts Specialist series responsible for performing the most complex work assigned to the series. Incumbents regularly work on tasks which are varied and complex requiring considerable discretion and independent judgment. Positions in the classification rely on experience and judgement to perform assigned duties. Assignments are given with general guidelines and incumbents are responsible for establishing objectives timelines and methods to deliver services. Work is typically reviewed upon completion for soundness appropriateness and conformity to policy and requirements.

To view the full list of Essential Functions Knowledge Skills and Abilities please use the link provided below.

Senior Equipment Parts Specialist Classification Specifications

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

EDUCATION:

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.

EXPERIENCE:

• Three (3) years of experience performing procurement storage inventory tracking and issuance of replacement parts equipment supplies and accessories similar to work performed by an Equipment Parts Specialist with the OCFA or other fire agency.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Possession of or successful acquisition by time of appointmenta valid Class C California drivers licenseto be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of or successful acquisition within nine (9) months of appointment a valid Class B California drivers license to be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of or successful acquisition within six (6) months of appointment a valid Forklift operator certification to be maintained throughout employment.
• Possession of or successful acquisition within six (6) months of appointment a valid EPA 609 Air Conditioning certification to be maintained throughout employment.

This classification is subject to enrollment in the California DMV Pull Notice Program which periodically provides Risk Management with the incumbents Driver License record and status.

Additionally if the incumbent possesses a valid unrestricted California Commercial Class B Driver License the incumbent is subject to the provisions of the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations which includes DOT pre-employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing while employed in this classification.

Highly Desired Qualifications (not required):

• Possession of a valid Forklift operator certification.
• Possession of a valid EPA 609 Air Conditioning certification.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess mobility to work in a warehouse environment; strength stamina and mobility to perform medium to heavy physical work; to sit stand and walk on level uneven or slippery surfaces; frequently reach twist turn kneel bend stoop squat crouch grasp and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; to climb and descend from fire apparatus vehicles and ladders; to operate varied hand and power tools and construction equipment and to operate department vehicles and equipment and visit various County sites; vision including color vision to understand warning lights. Finger dexterity is needed to operate and repair equipment. Employees must possess the ability to lift carry push and pull materials and objects averaging a weight of 50pounds or heavier weights with the appropriate equipment on a frequent/occasional basis in all cases with the use of proper equipment and/or assistance from other staff.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
Employees primarily work in a warehouse environment with moderate noise levels and controlled temperature conditions. Employees are occasionally exposed to loud and excessive noise levels outdoor weather conditions vibration chemicals mechanical and/or electrical hazards hazardous physical substances and odors fumes dust and air contaminants moving objects or other vehicles and work at heights using stationary and mobile ladders. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

NOTE: The above description is intended to represent only key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department.

PRE-HIRE REQUIREMENTS:
Before an employee is hired he/she must successfully complete pre-employment requirements including but not limited to fingerprinting and background check reference check DMV check licensure/certification check Oath of allegiance to the United States of America and the State of California and proof of eligibility to work in the United States in accordance with Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986. All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment medical exam including a drug screen through the OCFAs designated physician.

HOW TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION:
Applicants must submit during the application filing period an online application and attach any supplemental information as required in the job announcement which may include submitting responses to a supplemental questionnaire. Online resumes and other unsolicited materials may be attached but will not be considered in lieu of the required online application unless otherwise specified in the job announcement. The OCFA reserves the right to limit the number of online applications when necessary. Applicants are responsible for maintaining/updating their contact information through the online application system.

INITIAL SELECTION REVIEW:
The Human Resources Department reviews all initial application materials to identify qualified applicants. Applicants meeting minimum qualifications will be invited to the first phase of the recruitment process. The OCFA reserves the right to refer only the better qualified applicants if the number of applicants is high. If the number of applicants is high the review process may include a secondary screening(by a panel of job knowledge experts) of the applications and/or supplemental questionnaires in which the better qualified applicants are referred to the next phase of the recruitment process. Because recruitment processes vary applicants are advised to thoroughly review the job announcement before submitting their online application materials.

TESTING:
Testing for this position or any other position may include but is not limited to the following: written exam practical exam panel interview physical ability test assessment center oral presentation project assignment etc. If a revision is made to a testing component during a recruitment process the assigned recruiter will notify by email all affected applicants.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) ACCOMMODATION:
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act anyone who needs an ADA accommodation for the purposes of employment testing should contact Brad Stephens Senior Human Resources Analyst at or at least 72 hours prior to any portion of the examination process.

RECRUITMENT/SELECTION PROCESS AND REQUIREMENTS:
All recruitment/selection process and requirements will be held in accordance with the OCFAs Selection Rules which are available for inspection in the Human Resources Department.

ELIGIBLE LIST:
The duration of an Eligible List for this recruitment is one (1) year unless abolished by the Human Resources Director prior to the expiration.

WITHDRAWING FROM THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
If an applicant chooses to withdraw from this recruitment process he/she is required to submit an email notification to Brad Stephens Senior Human Resources Analyst at requesting a withdrawal from the process. The email to the recruiter must include the applicants current phone number.

QUESTIONS:
All questions regarding this position should be directed to Brad Stephens Senior Human Resources Analyst at or.

NOTE:
The provisions of this publication do not constitute an express or implied contract. Any provision in this publication may be modified or revoked without notice.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
The Orange County Fire Authority is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.