Diesel Technician (Fire) – Senior

Date Opened: Friday, February 13, 2026 12:00 AM

Close Date: Friday, February 27, 2026 12:00 AM

Department: General Services Department

Salary: $25.04 - $31.30 Commensurate with Experience

Welcome to the City of Charlotte

Charlotte is America’s Queen City, opening her arms to a diverse and inclusive community of residents, businesses and visitors alike. Here you will find a safe, family-oriented city where people work together to help everyone thrive. The mission of the City of Charlotte is to deliver quality public services and promote the safety, health, and quality of life for all residents.

Our guiding principles include:

• Attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce

• Valuing teamwork, openness, accountability, productivity, and employee development

• Providing all customers with courteous, responsive, accessible, and seamless quality services

• Taking initiative to identify, analyze, and solve problems

• Collaborating with stakeholders to make informed decisions

SUMMARY

The Fleet Management Division is seeking a Senior Diesel Technician to join our award-winning Fleet Management Division. The Diesel Technician will be a key member of a dedicated team of highly skilled EVT certified technicians, supporting Fleet Management and Charlotte Fire Department.
This position will be responsible for the daily evaluation, inspection, diagnosis and repair of fire apparatus and equipment for the City of Charlotte Fleet Management Division. The Senior level technician performs diagnosis and repair of complex electronically controlled diesel engines, modern electrical systems, air and braking systems, complex hydraulic systems, and additional complex systems specific to fire apparatus and support equipment including but not limited to fire suppression pumps and aerial rescue systems. This position requires the ability to support an on-call schedule 24 hours a day, including holidays and weekends, for 7 consecutive days. The on-call schedule will require the technician to be on-call in a 4-week rotation.
We equip our technicians for success with:
• Modern garages featuring column lifts and state-of-the-art diagnostic tools
• Access to OEM factory software, tooling, and training
• Uniforms provided
• $250 boot and prescription safety glass reimbursement annually
• A diverse fleet of over 7,000 assets, offering variety and challenge
• Career growth opportunities, including ASE training incentives and tuition reimbursement
• An annual tool reimbursement of $1000
• 2.5% Shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift positions
• 2.5% Commercial Driver License incentive for valid Class A & B CDL holders
• 12 paid holidays
If you're a skilled diesel technician looking to take your career to the next level in a supportive, high-performance environment—we want to hear from you.
Eligible for a $2,000 sign on bonus upon hire.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Daily evaluation, inspection, diagnosis and repair of front-line fire apparatus and auxiliary equipment, heavy truck fleet, construction equipment, and other municipal equipment. Occasional repair of light duty vehicles.

• Diagnosis and repair of complex electronically controlled diesel engines, modern electrical systems, on and off-road equipment drivetrains, air braking systems, steering and suspension, and complex systems specific to fire apparatus and support equipment.

• Utilize fleet maintenance software to accurately document work performed.

• Communicate with all levels of fleet operations and customers ensuring repairs are completed.

• Interpret manuals, electrical diagrams, and diagnostic software.

• Understand and follow safety procedures.

• Support an on-call schedule 24 hours a day, including holidays and weekends, for 7 consecutive days in a 4-week rotation.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of methods, tools and materials used in maintaining and repairing heavy trucks, heavy truck related equipment, sanitation equipment, and construction equipment.

• Understanding of electrical and hydraulic schematics, commitment to life-long learning, keeping pace with new technology.

• Ability to effectively be part of a team.

• Works well without direct supervision

• Works in organized, clean and safe manner.

• Ability to diagnose defects in a range of equipment including but not limited to fire apparatus, heavy trucks, sanitation equipment, construction equipment, and light vehicles.

• Analyze, evaluate, and effectively write diagnosis and recommendation of work being performed to compl