Mechanic

Keystone-Quality-Transport; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

LifeStar Response seeks a dedicated Fleet Mechanic to keep our ambulance fleet safe and road-ready through preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on gas and diesel emergency vehicles.

You will diagnose mechanical, electrical, and computer-controlled systems, service brakes and drivetrain components, and maintain meticulous service logs in a hands-on, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (trade school or technical training preferred).
• Prior experience as a fleet or automotive mechanic.
• Working knowledge of gas and diesel engines and vehicle systems.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on ambulances and support vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and computer-controlled systems.
• Service brakes (including air brakes), engines, transmissions, steering, suspension, and drivetrains.
• Complete routine maintenance (oil changes, filters, fluids, belts, tires, hoses).
• Repair or replace components in cooling, exhaust/emissions, hydraulic, air, and electrical systems.
• Maintain accurate service logs and maintenance records.
• Keep tools, equipment, and work areas clean and organized.
• Support other maintenance tasks as assigned.

Skills

Vehicle diagnostics

Preventive maintenance

Electrical systems

Safety compliance

Record keeping

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Trade school or technical training

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job description:

LifeStar Response is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic, skilled Fleet Mechanic to help keep our ambulance fleet safe, reliable, and road-ready. This role focuses on preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on gas and diesel emergency vehicles and related systems.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on company ambulances and support vehicles.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and computer-controlled systems.
• Service brakes (including air brakes), engines, transmissions, steering, suspension, and drivetrains.
• Complete routine maintenance (oil changes, filters, fluids, belts, tires, hoses).
• Repair or replace components in cooling, exhaust/emissions, hydraulic, air, and electrical systems.
• Maintain accurate service logs and maintenance records.
• Keep tools, equipment, and work areas clean and organized.
• Support other maintenance tasks as assigned.

What We’re Looking For:

• High school diploma or equivalent (trade school or technical training preferred).
• Prior experience as a fleet or automotive mechanic.
• Working knowledge of gas and diesel engines and vehicle systems.
• Valid driver’s license.

Physical & Work Environment:

• Frequent standing, bending, lifting, and working in various weather conditions.
• Exposure to noise, chemicals, oils, and moving vehicle parts.
• Requires use of hand and power tools, diagnostic equipment, and safety gear.

Core Competencies:

• Vehicle Diagnostics & Repair.
• Preventive Maintenance & Safety Compliance.
• Technical Problem Solving.
• Organization & Record-Keeping.
• Communication & Teamwork.

Equal Opportunity Provider/Drug Free Environment

Benefits:

• 401(k).
• 401(k) matching.
• Dental insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Health insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Vision insurance.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required).

Experience:

• Preventive maintenance: 1 year (Required).
• Automotive Mechanic: 1 year (Required).
• Gas and Diesel: 1 year (Required).

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required).