Emergency Vehicle Technician

Chesterfield County; Virginia; On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms

Tool allowance

Technical training

Job summary

Chesterfield County is seeking a skilled diesel truck mechanic to join our General Services team. You will diagnose, repair, and maintain medium/heavy duty trucks, using computerized diagnostic tools and standard shop equipment.

The role requires knowledge of heavy-duty diesel engines, safety inspections, and the ability to handle physically demanding tasks; on-call after hours and shift work are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 5 years journeyman experience.
• Or an associate degree with 2 years hands-on auto experience.
• Knowledge of repair of medium/heavy trucks; diesel engines and diesel equipment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose vehicle problems using charts, manuals, and diagnostic equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance on diesel engine trucks to meet safety guidelines.
• Repair diesel engines, electrical/electronic, powertrain, brakes, suspensions, HVAC, and related systems.
• Conduct state safety inspections and road service calls; test drive vehicles.
• Maintain repair records and reports; ensure compliance with regulations.
• Be willing to work assigned shift; on-call after hours as required.

Skills

Journeyman experience

Diesel engine knowledge

Repair & diagnostics

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree in automotive technology

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Power tools

Heavy-duty repair tools

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED and five years of journeyman-level experience in the maintenance, repair and computerized diagnosis of medium/heavy duty trucks; or an associate's degree in automotive technology or a related field, and two years of hands-on automotive experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Must have knowledge of the standard practice, methods, materials, and tools used in the repair of medium/heavy trucks. Must be familiar with the design, operation and repair of heavy-duty diesel engines and diesel equipment. Ability to lift items up to 50 pounds; ability to stand for prolonged periods.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED and five years of journeyman-level experience in the maintenance, repair and computerized diagnosis of medium/heavy duty trucks; or an associate's degree in automotive technology or a related field, and two years of hands-on automotive experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Must have knowledge of the standard practice, methods, materials, and tools used in the repair of medium/heavy trucks. Must be familiar with the design, operation and repair of heavy-duty diesel engines and diesel equipment. Ability to lift items up to 50 pounds; ability to stand for prolonged periods.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Applicant must provide his/her own tools. Must possess or be able to obtain a Virginia State Inspection Certificate, a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), and an EPA-Approved Section 609 Refrigerant and Recovery Certification within nine months of employment. Current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications preferred.

Current valid driver’s license and good driving record required. Based on the Virginia DMV point system, records must not reflect a total of six or more demerit points within the twenty-four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation of six demerit points within the preceding thirty-six months. Out-of-state records must be obtained by applicant and presented at time of interview. Records must reflect at least three years of history and be dated within thirty days of interview date.

Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check, and education/degree verification required.

This position is a federally regulated DOT position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing. The use of medical marijuana for this position is prohibited.

Duties

Works under the general supervision of the Automotive Maintenance Supervisor. Examines vehicle and communicates the nature and extent of damage or malfunction. Diagnoses emergency vehicle problems and plans work procedures. Uses charts, technical manuals, and high tech computerized diagnostic equipment to identify and fix problems. Performs state safety inspections, conducts road service calls, test drives vehicles, prepares and maintains records and reports concerning repairs of equipment. Performs daily and monthly preventive maintenance and repair of diesel engine trucks to ensure compliance with state and federal safety guidelines and regulations. Repair tasks include but are not limited to diesel engines, fuel, electrical/electronic, power train, suspension, air brakes, steering, hydraulics, pumps, HVAC systems, and exhaust systems. Performs other work as required. Must be willing to work assigned shift. On-call after hours required (evenings and weekends). Designated personnel in adverse weather and emergency events. Conditions may include occasional work in adverse weather conditions and/or extreme temperatures.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

• Uniforms, quarterly tool allowance and technical training provided.

This position is a part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience.

PLEASE NOTE: Position open until filled (first review to begin June 15, 2026).

Shift

Monday - Friday; 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.; rotating on-call after hours required (evenings and weekends)

Work Location

General Services

Chesterfield County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion