Fire Truck Diesel Mechanic

Atlantic Emergency Solutions; Shelbyville (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Fire Truck Diesel Mechanic in Shelbyville, KY. This role is essential in maintaining the functionality of fire and emergency equipment. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of experience, strong mechanical skills, and relevant certifications. You will enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the satisfaction of ensuring community safety.

Benefits

Excellent health insurance (medical/dental/vision)

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years in heavy truck/diesel industry.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs without assistance.
• Prefer ASE Mechanic and EVT certifications.

Responsibilities

• Analyze malfunctions and perform repairs on diesel equipment.
• Rebuild and maintain fire and emergency equipment.
• Document repairs and track labor.

Skills

Mechanical Skills

Welding

Problem-Solving

Education

ASE Mechanic Certification

EVT Certification

Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Tools

Precision Measuring Equipment

Job description

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Atlantic Emergency Solutions offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package at or above industry standards. Compensation is based on experience and certifications. Any payrate advertised in this ad is not provided or authorized by Atlantic Emergency Solutions.

Atlantic Emergency Solutions is seeking a dedicated and skilled Fire Truck Diesel Mechanic to join our Shelbyville Service Center team. This role is crucial in ensuring the functionality and reliability of fire and emergency equipment. Join us in ensuring safety and reliability for our community’s emergency response teams. If you're passionate about making a difference and have the skills to contribute to our team, apply today!

Responsibilities

• Analyze malfunctions and perform repairs on heavy trucks and diesel equipment.
• Rebuild and maintain fire and emergency equipment, including units, pumps, compressors, and generators.
• Responsible for mechanical work in the repair, overhaul, and maintenance of fire apparatus, emergency medical vehicles, and non-emergency heavy vehicles.
• Operate and inspect machines or equipment to diagnose discrepancies and issues.
• Dismantle, repair, and reassemble vehicles or equipment using hand tools and hoists.
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear using precision measuring equipment.
• Repair, rebuild, and overhaul components such as gearboxes, transfer cases, differentials, water, and hydraulic pumps.
• Test overhauled equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
• Document repairs, track labor, and perform preventative maintenance.
• Perform welding on broken parts and structural components.
  
  

Benefits

• Excellent health insurance (medical/dental/vision) for employee and dependents
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short term/long term disability and life insurance, with AD&D coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match (50% up to 6%)
• Paid time off (PTO) that accrues 15 days per year
• Supplemental insurance options (Accident, Critical Illness, Cancer)
• Legal Resources
  
  

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of prior experience in the heavy truck/diesel industry
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. without assistance
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and have a satisfactory driving record
• Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), with a tanker endorsement is required (or willingness to obtain)
• ASE Mechanic and EVT certifications, as well as a state inspection license, are preferred
  
  

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Public Safety

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