Mechanic

Monroe Ambulance • City of Rochester, NY

2d • $28

About The Position

As a Full-Time Mechanic with our ambulance company, you’ll play a vital role in keeping our emergency response fleet safe, reliable, and ready to serve the community. This is more than a typical automotive position — it’s a chance to apply your technical expertise in a setting where your work directly supports life-saving operations.

Requirements

• Must have own tools
• Valid NYS Driver’s License
• Minimum of Two (2) years as an Automotive Technician
• Technical skills to diagnosis, electrical and mechanical repairs
• Effective and professional communications skills
• Basic computer skills
• High School diploma or equivalent. One year certificate from college or technical school; and three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• ASE Certified Technician (A1-A8) Not required but preferred
• NYS Inspectors License is a plus

Responsibilities

• Observes mechanical devices in operation to watch and listens for causes of failure
• Diagnoses electrical and computer control devises using appropriate testing equipment.
• Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts.
• Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
• Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments.
• Repairs or replaces defective parts.
• Installs special functional and structural parts in devices.
• Lubricates and cleans parts.
• Starts devices to test their performance.
• Sets up and operates lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make, repair, and rebuild parts.
• Initiates purchase order for parts and machines.
• Repairs electrical equipment.
• Preventative maintenance on a scheduled basis for all fleet vehicles.
• Completion of major fabrication work as assigned, to include; body work, painting, installation of wheelchair lifts, etc.
• Road service calls as necessary to evaluate and repair failed vehicles and equipment.
• Timely communication to Supervisors and Dispatchers of vehicles off road for service and repair. (To include target time for returning to road service.)
• Performs New York State D.O.T. inspections of road vehicles.
• Road tests equipment and vehicles.
• Diagnoses chronic repair problems and devises permanent repair resolution plan.
• Operates snow removal equipment.
• Performs minor building maintenance and equipment repair as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision options (including 100% company-paid HDHP plan).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• A leadership culture grounded in trust, purpose, and service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED