Light Duty Technician

About the role

Vector Fleet Management, an Amerit Fleet Solutions Company, is seeking a Light Duty Technician in Palm Springs, CA.

Pay

• Competitive hourly pay, paid weekly every Friday
• Pay range $32.00–$36.00 per hour, depending on experience and certifications

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 4:00pm

Benefits

• Full benefits within 30 days: medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, life insurance, disability insurance
• 401(k) match program
• Paid time off and holidays from Day 1
• Boot and prescription safety glasses reimbursement
• Career and learning development with extensive training program through Amerit University
• Employee referral program, up to $500 bonus
• ASE certification program with fee reimbursement and bonus
• Employee recognition platform with opportunities to redeem points for merchandise
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 24/7 nurse triage line
• Employee discounts on cell phone service and entertainment tickets
• Employee resource groups (ERGs) that foster inclusion

Qualifications

• ASE Certifications required (will allow time to obtain)
• DOT Med Card; any CDL advantageous
• Prepare vehicle records and report both manually and on a computer
• Perform repairs and preventative maintenance to light and medium duty vehicles
• Perform safety inspections of equipment and prepare safety documentation required
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
• Inspect and perform work on the under parts of vehicles
• Access any area of the equipment or vehicle to perform necessary maintenance
• Move parts to and from the job site and remove or install these parts on vehicles
• Interact with clients through both email and phone as necessary
• Perform other duties as required

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Automotive/Light Duty Repair Mechanics should have a minimum of two years hands-on experience or a combination of trade school and hands-on experience
• Must have the ability to perform preventive maintenance, diagnoses and repairs on autos and light trucks
• Complete set of hand tools and wheeled tool box suitable for daily use
• Acceptable driving record and pass drug test and background check
• Automotive/Light Duty Repair Mechanics with OEM training and/or ASE certifications are highly preferred

Working conditions

• Exposure to heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job
• Exposure to considerable amounts of dust, diesel fumes and noise
• Exposure to chemicals, oils, greases or other irritants
• Access any area of the equipment or vehicle to perform necessary maintenance
• Ability to move and position heavy objects
• Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, kneel and crawl to repair vehicles
• Ability to work outside in various weather conditions