Mobile Fire Truck Diesel Mechanic

Atlantic Emergency Solutions; Middletown (DE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Tool allowance

Boot reimbursement

Job summary

Atlantic Emergency Solutions in Middletown, DE is seeking an experienced diesel mechanic to service fire trucks and ambulances used by local first responders. The role offers stable hours, a Monday through Friday schedule, overtime potential, and a clean, well‑organized shop.

You will diagnose and repair chassis, pumps, electrical systems, and engines, ensuring reliable operation and safety. A valid driver’s license and the ability to meet physical demands are required, with a team‑oriented

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Analyze malfunctions and determine repairs for fire and emergency equipment.
• Operate and inspect equipment to return it to safe operating condition.
• Inspect parts for damage or wear using specialized tools.
• Repair, rebuild, overhaul, and replace defective assemblies and components.
• Test repaired equipment for efficiency and safety before deployment.

Skills

Diesel mechanic experience

Job description

Job 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, could include after‑hour calls


• 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

• Middletown, DE and the surrounding area


• 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

• Analyzing malfunctions and determining the necessary repairs for fire and emergency equipment. This includes, but is not limited to the chassis, body, water pumps, electrical components, and engines.


• Operate and inspect this equipment and evaluate the best course of action to return the apparatus to a safe operating condition


• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear using their own and company provided specialized tooling


• Repair, rebuild, overhaul, and replace defective assemblies and components such as gauges, air fittings, plumbing lines and valves, hydraulic lines, various pumps, and basic engine components


• Test repaired equipment to ensure operating efficiency and safety prior to releasing the apparatus for duty.

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 work that keeps you in the field while still being supported by 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.