Fleet Mechanic

Job Summary:

Under the general direction of the Fleet Manager, the Fleet Mechanic is responsible for the day-to-day expertise of maintenance and repair of all vehicles. In addition, the Fleet Mechanic will make recommendations on repairing or replacing the vehicles. This position will also serve as a supervisor and support all other Fleet technicians with new employee training and assistance with vehicle diagnosis and repairs.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair all fleet vehicles
• Track preventative maintenance and ensure it is conducted on time
• Work closely with Operations Managers, Supervisors and the Scheduling Department on rotating rigs in order to repair or maintain rigs
• Travel to station locations to access vehicles and complete vehicle repair and maintenance
• Respond to service calls when needed
• Road test vehicles to ensure quality of work performed, when needed
• In partnership with other Fleet technicians will keep upper management informed of any significant fleet developments or ongoing issues, such as vehicle recalls.
• Evaluate technician skills and assist with or recommend additional training to enhance the department's skills and performance.
• Oversee technicians with keeping the work area clean, ensuring parts returned when necessary and credit given, scrap metal turned in
• This position will require frequent travel.
• Other duties, as assigned by management

Minimum Qualifications:

• A.S.E. Certification is required
• High school graduate or equivalent
• Gas and diesel experience required
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English
• Basic computer skills
• Good ethics and integrity with a high attention to detail
• Must have sufficient tools for mobile repairs at various locations
• Must be able to work without direct supervision

Preferred Qualifications:

• ASE certification(s) required
• 2+ year(s) of mechanical experience
• Ability to work on several types and brands of vehicles
• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics
• Automotive Mechanical Repair certification or diploma (or similar)

Physical Requirements:

• Must have good hand dexterity
• Adequate vision required to be able to assess vehicle's parts and read information from printed sources and computer screens
• Must be able to stand, sit, squat and lay under and around vehicles
• Must be able to hear and communicate clearly in person and over the phone
• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds without assistance