Buildings Closed: 1301 and 1801 McCormick Drive

1301 McCormick Drive (Wayne K. Curry Building) and 1801 McCormick Drive in Largo, MD, are currently closed to the public and employees.

Apparatus Maintenance

The Civilian manager for this office is responsible for the maintenance and administration of the Fire/EMS Department fleet.

The personnel assigned must have a thorough knowledge of office practices, procedures and methods, and their efficient application. Additionally, they must have both experience and a mechanical knowledge of Fire/EMS apparatus and equipment in order to establish policies and procedures that affect the entire Department.

 

Functions

  • Ensures blanket purchase orders are sufficiently funded in order to prevent any interruption of service
  • Develops detailed specifications for fire/rescue apparatus purchase
  • Oversees the major repairs and maintenance procedures including
  • Coordinates breathing apparatus repairs/maintenance
  • Issues Apparatus Maintenance Instructions
  • Monitors significant repair trends
  • Conducts annual testing for aerial ladders
  • Schedules MD State Inspections for large apparatus