Fire Truck Diesel Mechanic

Atlantic Emergency Solutions; Salisbury (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off, start earning day 1

Tool Allowance & Boot Reimbursement

Job summary

Atlantic Emergency Solutions in Salisbury, MD is hiring skilled diesel mechanics to service fire trucks and ambulances. You will enjoy a Monday–Friday schedule, stable hours, and overtime opportunities in clean, well-organized shops.

The role focuses on diagnosing and repairing diesel engines and vehicle systems, performing preventative maintenance, and documenting work. We value teamwork, safety compliance, and pride in doing high-quality work for first responders.

Qualifications

• Diesel mechanic experience, preferably with heavy duty or emergency vehicles.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to pass pre-employment screening.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing diesel engines, electrical systems, hydraulics, brakes, suspension, and air systems
• performing preventative maintenance and repairs on fire trucks and ambulances
• Accurately documenting repairs, labor time, and parts usage
• Completing safety inspections and ensuring vehicles are ready for service
• Maintaining a clean, safe work area and following OSHA and company safety standards
• Assisting other technicians as needed and working as part of a team

Skills

Diesel mechanic experience

Valid driver's license

Physical stamina

Pre-employment screening

Job description

Job Description

Description:
At Atlantic Emergency Solutions, our mechanics work on fire trucks and ambulances that first responders rely on every day. You get stable hours, a Monday through Friday schedule, and the option for overtime, if it's available, all in clean shops designed for serious, skilled work. We are committed to providing consistent hours, and a predictable schedule so you can plan your life outside of work. We run clean, compliant, and efficient shops and pride ourselves on employee satisfaction.

Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Overtime is available
• No rotating shifts
• Paid holidays (no waiting period)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off, start earning day 1
• Tool Allowance & Boot Reimbursement

Work Environment

• Salisbury, MD
• Primary work environment is an indoor service and maintenance shop, with occasional field or outdoor work as needed.
• Specialty work on fire trucks and ambulances

Key Job Duties

• Inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing diesel engines, electrical systems, hydraulics, brakes, suspension, and air systems
• performing preventative maintenance and repairs on fire trucks and ambulances
• Accurately documenting repairs, labor time, and parts usage
• Completing safety inspections and ensuring vehicles are ready for service
• Maintaining a clean, safe work area and following OSHA and company safety standards
• Assisting other technicians as needed and working as part of a team

Requirements:

What we’re looking for

• Diesel mechanic experience, preferably with heavy duty or emergency vehicles
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to pass pre-employment screening

Who does well here

• Mechanics who take pride in their work
• Team players who also work well independently
• People who like variety and solving problems
• Technicians who value clean shops and doing things the right way

Work environment and physical demands

• This role includes standing, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, and climbing.
• The position involves exposure to typical shop conditions such as noise, odors, grease, and occasional outdoor weather.

Are you looking for a clean, well organized shop and work that actually feels meaningful? Do steady hours and time with your family matter to you? Want to work on equipment that serves your local community, not just another fleet of box trucks? If that sounds like you, Atlantic Emergency Solutions may be the right next step.

Atlantic Emergency Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that we provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.