Our client is seeking a skilled and experienced vehicle mechanic to join their team. As an Ambulance Mechanic, you will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and servicing of the fleet of ambulances to ensure they are always in safe and working condition. Your primary duties will include performing routine maintenance checks, diagnosing mechanical issues, and completing repairs in a timely manner to minimize downtime.

Responsibilities:

• Work with the Fleet Manager to maintain a fleet of emergency ambulances and other company vehicles
• Assist the Manager in developing and maintaining a top-notch maintenance program that focuses upon the continued safe and reliable operation of the fleet
• Perform all necessary repairs, checks, and preventative maintenance that is required up to and including major overhauls
• Assist the manager in educating the operators about the various functions of the vehicles
• Become familiar and be able to repair all interior non-medical equipment such as gurneys, fasteners, lifts, and emergency warning devices
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Always be courteous and helpful to employees and represent the organization in a professional manner
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications Required:

• 3 – 5 years’ experience as a professional mechanic required
• ASE A4/A5 certification, current or past required
• Valid and clear Nevada or California Driver’s License required
• Must provide own tools, with a tool allowance provided
• Ability to operate common shop hand and power tools required
• Ability to operate simple computer programs and modern vehicular diagnostic equipment required
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• Self-starter requiring little oversight
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
• Ability to read an make practical applications of shop manuals and manufacturer bulletins
• EMS vehicles must be maintained to “aircraft standards” and the employee must be able to perform preventative maintenance and checks to assure the best reliability possible
• Must be adaptable to change and be able to function in a team-based environment
• Forklift certification within 30 days required
• OSHA 10-hour certification within 30 days required
• EPA 609 certification within 30 days required
• REMSA ASE A1, A2, A3, A6, A7, & A8 certification within 18 months required

Sunday - Wednesday, 10-hour shifts