Entry-Level Fire Apparatus Technician

Safe-Industries; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Wellness Program

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) 5% Employer Match

Job summary

Safe Industries in Nashville, TN seeks a General Technician — an entry-level role supporting fire apparatus and heavy vehicle service through inspections, maintenance, repairs, parts replacement, and shop organization to keep emergency vehicles ready.

You will learn repair procedures, safety standards, and diagnostic basics while working with senior technicians and leadership. CDL within 6 months is preferred.

Qualifications

• CDL (Class B) required within 6 months of employment.
• Hands-on mechanical, shop, equipment, automotive, diesel, farm, fleet, welding or maintenance experience.
• Exposure to vehicle repair, fire apparatus, heavy trucks or related mechanical systems.
• Vocational/technical school or automotive/diesel training.
• Basic understanding of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, shop equipment, or diagnostic gear.
• Interest in long-term advancement into certified/advanced technician roles.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate company vehicles and CDL-required vehicles as authorized and legal.
• Assist technicians with inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on fire apparatus and heavy vehicles.
• Perform basic mechanical tasks under supervision of senior technicians or service management.
• Assist with removal, installation, and replacement of components and equipment.
• Support repairs across mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems within training scope.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Strong work ethic

Education

CDL (Class B) within 6 months

Vocational/technical training

Automotive/diesel/fleet training

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Shop equipment

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Safe Industries in Nashville, TN seeks a General Technician — an entry-level role supporting fire apparatus and heavy vehicle service through inspections, maintenance, repairs, parts replacement, and shop organization to keep emergency vehicles ready.

You will learn repair procedures, safety standards, and diagnostic basics while working with senior technicians and leadership. CDL within 6 months is preferred.