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It is not necessary to submit SFT course diplomas or certifications if it is listed in your SFT User Portal.  \nPrerequisites (all documents must be current at time of submittal)  \n• Current OSFM Certified Emergency Vehicle Technician 1  \n• Gasoline Engines [T1] (ASE)  \n• Diesel Engines [T2] (ASE)  \n• Drive Train [T3] (ASE)  \n• Brakes [T4] (ASE)  \n• Suspension and Steering [T5] (ASE)  \n• Electrical/Electronic Systems [T6] (ASE)  \n• Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) [T7] (ASE)  \n• Preventative Maintenance Inspections [T8] (ASE)  \n• Brake Inspector Qualification (CFR 396 . 25) -Department of Transportation (DOT)  \nEducation  \n• Emergency Vehicle Technician 2A: Electrical Systems B; or Fire Mechanic 2A: Fire Apparatus Electrical Systems  \nCertification Exam  \n• Emergency Vehicle Technician 2 Certification Exam (delivered through CA Fire Mechanics Academy), issued within five (5) years from date of application  \nCertification Task Book  \n• Emergency Vehicle Technician 2 Certification Task Book  \nExperience  \n• Have a minimum of three (3) years full-time, paid experience in a California fire department, public agency, or private industry as an automotive or truck mechanic, with one (1) year of which must be related to the maintenance of emergency response vehicles; or  \n• Have a minimum of four (4) years full-time, paid experience in a California fire department, public agency, or private industry as a truck mechanic with no emergency response vehicles required; or  \n• Have a minimum of five (5) years volunteer time or paid part-time, paid experience in a California fire department, public agency, or private industry as a truck mechanic with primary duties performing as a truck mechanic.  \nFee  \n• $100 non-refundable EVT 2 certification fee-payable to: State Fire Training  \nRecertification Requirements (Option B)  \nPersons with EVT 2 Certification are required to renew their certification every five (5) years. Therecertification requires that the applicant completes 100 hours of approved continuing education (CE) and meet all the prerequisites stated in Recertification Requirements (Option B) . All recertification applications must be postmarked on or before the certification expiration date. If the certified EVT 2 did not meet all recertification requirements by the expiration date, the EVT 2 Certification is considered to be expired.  \nIf the EVT 2 Certification expired, the applicant will be required to complete 100 hours of CE in addition to the completion of additional CE hours. If the certification expired less than six (6) months, the applicant can regain EVT 2 Certification by completing an additional eight (8) hours of approved CE. If the certification expired between six (6) months and less than 12 months, the applicant can regain EVT 2 Certification by completing an additional 16 hours of approved CE. If the certification expired between 12 months and less than 18 months, the applicant can regain EVT 2 Certification by completing an additional 24 hours of approved CE. For expiration, greater than 18 months, the applicant will need to reapply for initial EVT 2 certification which includes successful completion of the EVT certification exam and completion of a new Certification Task Book.  \nPrerequisites (all must be current/valid)  \n• Current OSFM Certified Emergency Vehicle Technician 2  \n• Gasoline Engines [T1] (ASE)  \n• Diesel Engines [T2] (ASE)  \n• Drive Train [T3] (ASE)  \n• Brakes [T4] (ASE)  \n• Suspension and Steering [T5] (ASE)  \n•","cbCaie8ovAv3In9P","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaie8ovAv3In9P","pdf",354367,"English","# Overview\n# Certification Requirements (Option A)\n## Prerequisites\n## Education\n## Certification Exam\n## Certification Task Book\n## Experience\n## Fee\n# Recertification Requirements (Option B)\n## Prerequisites\n## Recertification Exam\n## Continuing Education\n## Fee\n# Application Process","[{\"question\":\"What documents are required for initial EVT 2 certification under Option A?\",\"answer\":\"Applicants submit verification of the listed prerequisite documents along with the application form. SFT course diplomas or certifications are not required if they appear in the SFT User Portal.\"},{\"question\":\"What are the eligibility experience requirements for Option A?\",\"answer\":\"Applicants must meet one of the stated paid full-time, paid part-time, or volunteer experience pathways in California as an automotive/truck mechanic, with emergency-response vehicle maintenance conditions as specified.\"},{\"question\":\"How does EVT 2 recertification work under Option B and what education hours are required?\",\"answer\":\"Recertification is required every five years and requires 100 hours of approved continuing education (CE), meeting all prerequisites, and submitting by the expiration date. If expired, additional CE hours are required based on how long ago the certification expired, and reapplication is required for longer delays.\"}]","EVT 2 Certification Application - Requirements | PDF",1790940924]