General Fleet Mechanic

About the role

Join LEHR – Build Vehicles That Support First Responders. LEHR is the nation’s premier provider of mission‑critical vehicle upfitting solutions, serving police, fire, utility, and other essential fleets. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, and we are looking for motivated individuals ready to grow with us. Our Lakewood facility is a Ford QVM‑certified vehicle upfitting and maintenance center specializing in police, fire, EMS, and other emergency response fleets. We are seeking an experienced General Fleet Mechanic with strong diagnostic and electrical troubleshooting skills. This position performs preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on a wide range of emergency and specialty vehicles, including police vehicles, fire apparatus, ambulances, and command units.

Responsibilities

• Provide general vehicle repairs (brakes, tires, suspension and technical systems, etc.)
• Provide 12V electrical work such as light‑head replacement, speaker replacement, post‑collision replacement of push bumpers and equipment removal
• Troubleshoot and interpret manufacturers’ drawings
• Diagnose using diagnostic equipment (OBD‑I, OBD‑II, CAN bus)
• EVT certification will be required within 12 months of hire (we will help with preparation)
• Additional duties may include repairing or replacing emergency lighting components, speakers, push bumpers, and related equipment, as well as removing and reinstalling vehicle‑mounted accessories following repairs or vehicle replacement projects.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read manufacturer's drawings and manuals
• Must have basic computer and internet literacy
• Knowledgeable and experienced operating hand, power, and shop tools
• Keep shop equipment operating (maintain, troubleshoot, repair, etc.)
• Ability to drive manual transmission vehicles
• Use computer diagnostic equipment
• Must have own tools
• Must respect and work positively with first responders and law enforcement
• Must be detail oriented with a strong work ethic
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work in/around vehicles

Skills

• Preferred ASE certification
• Experience with 12V electrical systems

Pay

$23‑$28 per hour based on experience (must have 12V experience to be considered for the higher end of the range). Performance and productivity bonuses following the training period.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k); paid time off and holidays; ongoing training and career growth opportunities.

Schedule

Monday to Friday, 7 am – 3:30 pm.