Fleet Mechanic

About the role

VMSC Emergency Medical Services is a nonprofit EMS organization dedicated to making a difference one day, one call, one life at a time. Founded in 1933 by Dr. Frank Boston, a pioneering physician and veteran, VMSC has grown into one of Pennsylvania’s leading providers of mobile healthcare. Our purpose is to deliver comprehensive mobile health services and innovative pre-hospital care to the communities of the Delaware Valley.

We proudly serve Montgomery, Philadelphia, and Delaware Counties through emergency response, interfacility transport, mobile integrated healthcare, and community paramedicine. Beyond responding to emergencies, we are expanding the scope of EMS by providing preventive and primary care services, community health education, and continuous professional development for our personnel—ensuring that we meet the evolving healthcare needs of the populations we serve.

At VMSC, our people are our strength. Guided by our values of Loyalty, Humanity, and Mercy, we foster a culture where providers are supported, careers are developed, and every team member has the opportunity to make a lasting impact. Joining VMSC means becoming part of an innovative, compassionate team that is redefining what mobile healthcare looks like today and for the future.

VMSC Emergency Medical Services is seeking a dependable and skilled Full-Time Fleet Mechanic with flexible hours. This role is responsible for completing preventative maintenance, performing routine and corrective repairs in a shop environment, and responding to occasional field repair needs to keep the fleet operational and mission-ready.

Responsibilities

• Preventative Maintenance: Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on ambulances and support vehicles, conduct inspections to identify wear, damage, or potential failures, complete oil changes, tire rotations, brake checks, and fluid services, and ensure all vehicles meet safety and operational standards
• Shop-Based Repairs: Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues using appropriate tools and equipment, perform repairs on systems including brakes and suspension, electrical systems and lighting, HVAC systems, engine and drivetrain components, and document all maintenance and repairs accurately
• Field Repairs (As Needed): Respond to disabled vehicles in the field when required, perform minor roadside or on-site repairs to return units to service, and communicate repair status and escalation needs clearly
• Fleet Readiness & Support: Assist in maintaining an organized and functional shop environment, identify parts and supply needs and communicate shortages, support uptime goals by prioritizing critical vehicle repairs, and work collaboratively with logistics and operations staff
• Maintenance Support: Perform minor building repairs such as light bulbs, repairing doors, locks, shelves, or fixtures, assist with seasonal facility maintenance, including snow removal, salting walkways, changing HVAC filters, and other grounds-related tasks as needed, and perform other related maintenance duties as assigned to support operational readiness

Qualifications

• Required: Experience in automotive or fleet maintenance (EMS or commercial vehicles preferred), strong mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills, ability to work independently, and valid driver’s license with clean driver's history
• Preferred: Experience working on ambulances, diesel platforms, or Ford Transit/Econoline, familiarity with emergency vehicle systems (lighting, sirens, radios), basic electrical diagnostic experience, and EVT or ASE certification

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move equipment up to 75 lbs
• Ability to work in shop and field environments, including outdoor conditions
• Standing, bending, and working under vehicles for extended periods

Work Environment

• Primarily shop-based with occasional field response
• Independent evening work with limited supervision
• Fast-paced environment supporting emergency response operations
• Free use shop tools available for day to day operation

Pay

Hourly rate based on experience, FLSA non-exempt