Skilled Heavy-Duty Truck & Fire Apparatus Mechanic

Fire & Safety Services, Ltd.

Plainfield (NJ)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 76,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Full benefits package (PTO, medical, d
Dental & vision

Job summary

Fire & Safety Services, Ltd. is seeking a motivated mechanic for our South Plainfield, NJ location. The role requires 3+ years of verifiable heavy-duty repair experience on trucks, equipment, or diesel vehicles and strong skills in electrical diagnostics and tool-based troubleshooting.

Applicants should be able to read wiring diagrams, operate diagnostic software, and work safely with heavy-duty systems. CDL is a plus, and tool ownership is expected. Competitive benefits available.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years verifiable experience as a mechanic working heavy-duty trucks, heavy equipment, or diesel-powered vehicles.
  • Strong knowledge of diagnostics and repair of electrical systems including electronic engine management.
  • Experience with air brake, hydraulic, electrical, suspension, steering, driveline and PTO systems.
  • Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic failures.
  • Proficient in using diagnostic software, scan tools, and computerized service information.
  • Ability to read wiring diagrams, hydraulic schematics, and service manuals.
  • Valid driver's license with clean record; CDL class B or A preferred or obtainable.
  • Own a complete set of heavy-duty repair hand tools.

Skills

Heavy-duty truck experience
Electrical diagnostics
Air/hydraulic systems
Reading wiring diagrams
Diagnostic software usage
Team and customer service

Tools

Diagnostic software
Scan tools
Computerized service information

Job description

Fire & Safety Services, Ltd. is seeking a motivated mechanic for our South Plainfield, NJ location. The role requires 3+ years of verifiable heavy-duty repair experience on trucks, equipment, or diesel vehicles and strong skills in electrical diagnostics and tool-based troubleshooting.

Applicants should be able to read wiring diagrams, operate diagnostic software, and work safely with heavy-duty systems. CDL is a plus, and tool ownership is expected. Competitive benefits available.

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