Fleet Mechanic

Metro Ambulance LLC; New Jersey; On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Real path to shop lead

Job summary

Metro Ambulance LLC in Nutley, NJ is seeking a hands-on mechanic to service our EMS fleet. You will perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs across gas and diesel rigs while maintaining meticulous logs and taking ownership of your work.

We value organization, reliability, and a drive to grow into a lead role. NJ-licensed technicians with 1+ year of experience are encouraged to apply; ASE certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• 1+ year hands-on mechanic experience.
• Experience with gas and diesel engines; 6.0+ years is a strong plus.
• NJ driver’s license and reliable transportation to Nutley, NJ.
• ASE certification is a plus, not required if skills speak for themselves.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections across the fleet, including oil changes, brake and suspension checks, and systems inspections.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and ensure repairs meet safety standards.
• Operate with organization and ownership, take on increasing responsibility over time.

Skills

Gas engines

Diesel engines

Organization

Ownership of work

NJ driver's license

Hands-on experience

Education

ASE certification (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

We're not just hiring a mechanic — we're hiring someone who wants to own the shop.

Metro Ambulance is a fast-moving EMS operation in North Jersey. Our fleet keeps people safe every single day. We need someone who takes that seriously, stays organized, and is hungry to grow into a lead role. If you're the type who likes things done right the first time and can't stand a messy bay — keep reading.

The Opportunity

This is a ground-floor role with real upward potential. You'll start by mastering our fleet — gas and diesel rigs, preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs. As you learn our operation and prove your reliability, you'll take on more responsibility, more authority, and more pay. We want someone who's eager to grow fast and eventually run this shop. If you show up organized, skilled, and ready to work — we'll invest in you.

What You'll Do Every Day

• Preventive maintenance and inspection across our full fleet, including:
• Change engine oil & filters
• Check braking & suspension systems
• Inspect fuel & cooling systems
• Check transmission fluid & engine mounts
• Drive shaft, CV joints, belts & hoses
• Perform regular tune-ups
• Inspect electrical systems
• Rotate & inspect tires, wheels, rims
• Examine exhaust & undercarriage
• Check all lights, frame & body
• Inspect glass, mirrors & wipers
• Verify seat belts, horn & auxiliary systems
• Repair fluid leaks
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs

Who We're Looking For

• Experienced with gas AND diesel engines — 6.0 a strong plus
• Organized. Seriously organized. A messy bay is a dealbreaker.
• Safe, responsible, and takes ownership of their work
• Hungry to learn, grow, and take on more responsibility over time
• ASE certification is a plus — not required if your skills speak for themselves
• Valid NJ driver's license and reliable transportation to Nutley, NJ
• Ability to maneuver up to 150 lbs with provided equipment
• At least 1 year of hands‑on mechanic experience

Schedule

• Full-Time Monday – Friday; Afternoon Preferred with Weekend availability required — all vehicles are available to service on Saturdays and Sundays
• Overtime and on-call availability are part of the role as needed

Compensation & Benefits

• $20.00 – $25.00/hr based on experience — with room to grow as you do
• Health insurance (full-time employees, waiting period may apply)
• 401(k)
• A real path to shop lead — not just a title, a role with authority and pay to match