Fleet Mechanic

Overview

The Fleet Mechanic performs preventative maintenance and repairs on fleet vehicles in a timely and cost efficient manner. Responsibilities include receiving work duties and responsibilities from Lead Mechanic or management personnel.

Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Maintain fleet vehicles with focus on Preventative Maintenance programs to meet 100% compliance of standards;
• Utilize the AVMS fleet management computer system to track shop operation duties;
• Avoid cost control through purchasing, inventory management, as well as training others in the area of safety to assure that the vehicle assets are within reasonable costs;
• Responsible for maintenance of the shop quality requirements, cleanliness, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards;
• Regularly inspect vehicles to ensure compliance with not only Vestis standards, but also Department of Transportation (DOT) standards;
• Maintain regular vehicle maintenance on company vehicles (primarily delivery step vans, not excluding corp. cars);
• Repair and maintain medium gas and diesel engines, brake systems, electrical systems, suspension systems and lift gates;
• Conduct vehicle inspections;
• Replace general automotive parts, including but not limited to brakes, tires, hoses, and belts;
• Document vehicle repairs and inspections according to company guidelines;
• Conduct all repairs in a safe and efficient manner;
• Assist in more extensive repairs where needed, based on experience;
• Follow all and any Company workplace conduct requirements and policies;
• Perform other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of role to support the business.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of DOT regulations, vehicle maintenance and applicable state vehicle laws to meet required standards;
• Military maintenance experience is a plus;
• Proficient in preventive maintenance control systems and in parts procurement and inventory control;
• Ability to multi task and work in a fast pace environment;
• Maintain a collaborative and team oriented environment in the shop;
• Ability to have schedule flexibility to include day, evenings,and/or weekends.

Working Environment/Safety Requirements

Position is situated in a vehicle repair environment. Exposure to varying temperatures depending on geographical location.

Education

High School Diploma or GED; Associates degree in Automotive Technology or equivalent on the job training preferred, but not required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, and paid parental leave.
• Employees are able to enroll in the company’s 401k plan.
• Employees are eligible for 40 hours of vacation after 6 months and an additional 40 hours after 1 year of employment, 40 hours paid sick time every year.
• Employees will also receive 6 paid holidays and 5 floating holidays throughout the calendar year.

Compensation

The hourly rate for this position is $ 27.00 – $34.00, depending on circumstances including an applicant’s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, market data, and other relevant factors.