Fleet Associate

Avis Budget Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Insurance (medical/dental)

401k

Zipcar membership

Job summary

Avis Budget Group is hiring a Fleet Operations Associate in Washington, DC. The role involves keeping vehicles clean, fueled, and ready for members, with hands-on duties across multiple locations in the city.

The position requires on-site presence and outdoor work, with comprehensive safety guidelines and training. You will assist with vehicle maintenance, coordinate repairs, and ensure accurate records using mobile tools.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work outdoors and on-site.
• Strong time management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure vehicles are ready for members across locations.
• Represent Avis Budget Group across different city locations.
• Clean vehicle interiors and exteriors to Zipcar cleanliness standards.
• Refuel or recharge EVs and monitor fuel/charge levels.
• Perform routine maintenance checks (tires, fluids, lights, wipers).
• Change tires and complete minor repairs in-field.
• Move vehicles safely between locations for cleaning/service.
• Identify repairs and coordinate with shops or towing providers.
• Report damage, safety concerns, and maintenance promptly.
• Document work using mobile tools and keep location records.
• Follow safety, security, and data-handling policies.
• Support high-demand periods, weather events, and special projects.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Adaptability

Driver's license

Job description

The Fleet Operations Associate works throughout the city to keep vehicles clean, maintained, and ready for members. This hands-on role includes transporting vehicles, refueling, cleaning, changing tires, and coordinating repairs or towing when needed. Associates travel between locations by foot, bike, public transit, or company vehicle.What You'll Do:Play a key role in the member experience by ensuring vehicles are ready when members need them.Represent the company throughout the community while working across different locations in the city.Clean vehicle interiors and exteriors, including vacuuming, wiping surfaces, removing trash, and spot-treating stains, to Zipcar cleanliness standards.Refuel vehicles or recharge EVs, and keep fuel and charge levels within operating guidelines.Perform routine maintenance checks on tire pressure, fluids, lights, wipers, and warning indicators.Change tires and complete minor in-field repairs.Move vehicles safely between locations for cleaning, service, or repositioning.Identify vehicles that need repair, and coordinate with shops, vendors, or towing providers to get them back in service.Report damage, safety concerns, and maintenance issues promptly and accurately through approved systems.Document work completed using mobile tools, and keep accurate records of vehicle condition and location.Follow all safety, security, and data-handling policies, including on-street and parking-facility safety procedures.Support high-demand periods, weather events, and special projects as needed.Perks You’ll Get:Pay rate: $21.00/ hourBi-weekly hourly wage (New York and Puerto Rico: weekly wage)On-the-job training focused on our fleet of newer vehicles and multiple manufacturersPaid time offMedical, dental and other insuranceFlexible spending account opportunity to contribute up to $270 as a tax-free benefit for public transportation or parking expensesRetirement benefits (401k)Free Zipcar Membership and other employee discounts, including discounts on renting and buying Avis/Budget carsWhat We're Looking For:Valid Driver's LicenseMust be 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United StatesStrong time management skills to juggle multiple priorities and tasksExcellent communication with operations team to ensure the vehicle status updates are providedFlexibility to work 40-hour weeks which includes days, evenings, weekends, and holidaysWillingness to work outdoors (weather and other conditions vary)Valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record (per company standards)Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds; continuously stand, bend, reach, walk, sit, and kneel; and frequently enter, exit, and drive vehiclesThis position requires regular, on-site presence and cannot be performed remotelyWho We Are:Here at Avis Budget Group, you will be joining a team of 25,000 driven people, performing with purpose. Together, we're moving the future of transportation forward with our innovative, customer-focused solutions. Our portfolio of brands includes Avis, Budget, and Zipcar, giving us a footprint that spans premium car rental, everyday value, and urban car-sharing.We believe great service starts with people who care. Our culture is performance driven, where we encourage and support each other to be at our best through leadership, training, tools, and rewards. We are proud to make a positive difference to the lives of our colleagues, customers, and communities where we operate. Zipcar, a proud part of the Avis Budget Group family, is the world's leading car-sharing network, found in urban areas and university campuses in more than 500 cities and towns. Our team is smart, creative and fun, and we're driven by a mission – to enable simple and responsible urban living.Avis Budget Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other category protected by applicable law.This advertisement does not constitute a promise or guarantee of employment. This advertisement describes the general nature and level of this position only. Essential functions and responsibilities may change as business needs require. The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. This position may be with any affiliate of Avis Budget Group.WashingtonDistrict of ColumbiaUnited States of America