Entry-Level Fire Apparatus Technician (CDL Training)

SAFE Industries; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; 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 is seeking an entry-level General Technician in Nashville to support fire apparatus and heavy vehicle service operations. You will assist with inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs to ensure emergency vehicles are maintained safely and reliably.

The role emphasizes hands-on training, safety, and professional development within a collaborative shop environment. CDL progress within 6 months and a path toward technician roles are encouraged.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Safely operate company vehicles as assigned and, upon obtaining the required CDL, operate CDL-required vehicles in compliance with laws and policies.
• Assist technicians with inspections, diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and repairs on fire apparatus, emergency vehicles, heavy trucks, and related equipment.
• Perform basic mechanical tasks under supervision of senior technicians or service management.
• Assist with removal, installation, and replacement of vehicle components and related equipment.
• Support repairs involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems within training level and scope.

Skills

CDL Class B

Hands-on mechanical

Diagnostics experience

Team collaboration

Education

Vocational/technical training

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Shop tools

Job description

Safe Industries is seeking an entry-level General Technician in Nashville to support fire apparatus and heavy vehicle service operations. You will assist with inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs to ensure emergency vehicles are maintained safely and reliably.

The role emphasizes hands-on training, safety, and professional development within a collaborative shop environment. CDL progress within 6 months and a path toward technician roles are encouraged.