Mechanic

The mechanic is responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing fleet vehicles including ambulances to ensure safe, reliable, and operationally ready equipment. This position supports both the current maintenance needs of MEMS and the continued growth of fleet maintenance through preventative maintenance, effective use of technology, accurate documentation, and continuous improvement.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspect, diagnose, maintain, and repair vehicles in accordance with manufacturer specifications, industry standards, and MEMS policies.
• Perform preventive maintenance and scheduled services to improve vehicle reliability, availability, and service life.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, electronic, and vehicle-system concerns using appropriate diagnostic equipment, software, and service information.
• Accurately estimate labor time and identify parts, materials, and outside services necessary to complete repairs.
• Complete repairs efficiently and verify that vehicles are safe and ready to return to service.
• Identify developing or recurring vehicle issues and communicate recommended repairs or corrective actions.
• Accurately document inspections, diagnostic findings, repairs, labor, parts, and services performed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, professional, and organized work environment and properly care for vehicles, tools, and shop equipment.
• Support fleet readiness and prioritize work based on safety, operational needs, and vehicle availability.
• Participate in rotating on-call coverage and support Fleet Maintenance operations during emergency and disaster-response events.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

• Maintain knowledge of changing vehicle technology, diagnostic systems, programming equipment, and repair procedures.
• Participate in technical and manufacturer training as appropriate.
• Assist in improving maintenance procedures, inspections, shop efficiency, parts and tooling practices, and vehicle reliability.

• Share technical knowledge and assist with training or mentoring other maintenance personnel as needed.
• Support the introduction of new vehicles, equipment, systems, and technologies.
• Assume additional technical responsibilities such as experience, capabilities, fleet requirements, and organizational needs grow.

• Ford Certification preferred
• ASE Certification preferred
• Strong working knowledge of automotive maintenance, diagnostics and repair.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, documentation, and teamwork skills
• Ability to use diagnostic equipment, vehicle programming systems, computers, and electronic service information.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize assignments, and adapt to changing operational needs.
• Must possess appropriate personal tools and meet applicable pre-employment requirements to include criminal background check, pre-employment physical and drug screen.
• Commitment to safety, quality workmanship, accountability and continued professional development.
• Experience servicing and repairing Ford fleet vehicles, including familiarity with Ford Warranty processes, documentation, and repair procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and perform physical tasks including prolonged standing, bending, crouching, crawling. Regular exposure to noise, vibration, heat, and vehicle fluids.

Normal position hours are fulltime Monday – Friday with 8 hour days. Alternating weekend on-call time are required as well as periodic mandatory overtime.
 

MEMS is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. MEMS makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and current operational needs.

MEMS is committed to providing a safe and healthful workplace. In keeping with this commitment, we maintain a drug, alcohol, and smoke-free working environment. Smoking and tobacco products are not permitted in our facilities, in our vehicles or on company grounds. Pre-employment drug testing is required of all candidates. Employees in safety-sensitive positions, including EMT, Paramedic, and Emergency Medical Dispatcher, are subject to random drug screens.

Applicants certify that the information provided in this application is true and complete and understand that intentional false statements could lead to dismissal as an employee or rejection as an applicant.