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1.0 FTE Fire and Ambulance Mechanic
Notice given by: Councillor Hughes
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BUDGET POSTPONED MOTION:
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That $xxx,xxx for a 1.0 FTE Fire and Ambulance mechanic is added, to be funded through 2026 tax base and offset by the expected savings in currently budgeted external maintenance costs, with the salary amount at a comparable competitive salary.
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Administration's Understanding of the Intent of the Motion:
It is Administration's understanding that the intent of the motion is to add a 1.0 FTE Heavy Duty Technician that is dedicated to the performance of maintenance and repair activities for the Fire Services and Ambulance fleet. This technician would hold a heightened qualification for specialized repairs on emergency vehicles, which exceed regularly assigned duties on heavy equipment. Further, the funding required for the position would be offset by reducing the budget for contracted services required for these fleet activities.
SUMMARY
This agenda report responds to the Budget Postponed Motion directing Administration to allocate a competitive salary for 1.0 FTE Fire and Ambulance Mechanic position. The position will be a Heavy Duty Technician with certification as an Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT). The position will support internal capacity, reducing the reliance on contracted services and will enhance consistency in maintenance and repairs of emergency services fleet vehicles.
While it is believed that the intent of the motion is to reduce contracted services costs to fund the position internally, contracted services will continue to be required for highly specialized repairs. However the annual budget for contracted services is projected to be reduced. A supplemental budget allocation will be required to fully fund the new position as the contracted services budget allocation for emergency services fleet vehicles is less than the projected expenses for the position.
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