Fleet Mechanic

About the role

Vestis® provides uniforms, workplace supplies, and professional cleaning that help businesses simplify their workday and keep their teams safe, confident, and focused on what matters most. As a Fleet Mechanic, you will perform preventative maintenance and repairs on fleet vehicles in a timely and cost-efficient manner, supporting the people who make it all work.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Assist with cost control through purchasing, inventory management, and training others in safety to ensure vehicle assets remain within reasonable costs
• Maintain shop quality requirements, cleanliness, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards
• Regularly inspect vehicles to ensure compliance with Vestis standards and Department of Transportation (DOT) standards
• Maintain regular vehicle maintenance on company vehicles (primarily delivery step vans, not excluding corporate cars)
• Repair and maintain medium gas and diesel engines, brake systems, electrical systems, suspension systems, and lift gates
• Conduct vehicle inspections and 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 Company workplace conduct requirements and policies
• Perform other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the role to support the business

Knowledge, Skills, and 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 multitask and work in a fast-paced 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 with exposure to varying temperatures depending on geographical location.

Experience

• Two years or more of experience in all phases of fleet vehicle mechanical repairs including general maintenance and repair, wiring, engine overhaul, and preventative maintenance scheduling

Education

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associate degree in Automotive Technology or equivalent on-the-job training preferred, but not required