Fleet Mechanic

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Overview:

The Fleet Mechanic performs preventative maintenance and repairs on fleet vehicles in a timely and cost-efficient manner. Receives work duties and responsibilities from Lead Mechanic or management personnel.  Schedule is day shift Monday – Friday. 

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; 
• Assist with 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;

Working Environment/Safety Requirements:

• Position is situated in a vehicle repair environment. Exposure to varying temperatures depending on geographical location.  
• This position requires bending, squatting, climbing, and reaching.

Education/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.
• Associates degree in Automotive Technology or equivalent on the job training preferred, but not required.

License Requirements/ Certifications:

• Valid Driver’s License (Not CDL), with minimal points/violations in the last three years.   

Location: 700 Industrial Blvd NE  Minneapolis, MN 55413