Master Emergency Vehicle Technician - Lead Fire Apparatus

charlottenc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool reimbursement

Boot reimbursement

Sign-on bonus

Shift differential

CDL incentive

Uniforms provided

Tuition reimbursement

OEM training access

Paid holidays

Job summary

City of Charlotte seeks a skilled Master Emergency Vehicle Technician to lead EVT/ASE-qualified teams and perform advanced diagnostics on fire apparatus and support equipment. You will mentor technicians, document work in fleet software, and support round-the-clock operations for essential city services.

The role requires leadership, strong diagnostics skills, and the ability to obtain required licenses within specified timelines; a comprehensive benefits package supports growth and success.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma/GED with five (5) years of relevant work experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the essential job duties.
• Preferred: Degree or certification from an accredited technical school/college/university.
• Preferred: ASE Medium/Heavy Truck Master Status; EVT Master Status for fire apparatus.
• Must obtain Class B CDL, ASE Medium/Heavy Truck Master Status within specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced diagnosis and repair of complex diesel engines, modern electrical systems, air and braking systems, hydraulic systems, and fire apparatus components.
• Maintains a safe work environment in shop and field operations.
• Supports an on-call schedule 24 hours a day, 7 days in a 4-week rotation.
• Mentors junior technicians and documents work in fleet management software.

Skills

Advanced diagnostics

Diesel engines

Electrical systems

Team leadership

On-call schedule

Communication

Safety procedures

Education

High School diploma/GED

ASE Master Status

EVT Master Status

CDL Class B (CDL)

NC Inspection License

AC Recover and Recycling License

Tools

Fleet maintenance software

Diagnostics tools

Job description

City of Charlotte seeks a skilled Master Emergency Vehicle Technician to lead EVT/ASE-qualified teams and perform advanced diagnostics on fire apparatus and support equipment. You will mentor technicians, document work in fleet software, and support round-the-clock operations for essential city services.

The role requires leadership, strong diagnostics skills, and the ability to obtain required licenses within specified timelines; a comprehensive benefits package supports growth and success.