Fleet Maintenance Tech I (KG)

King & George; Florida; On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

King & George is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Technician I in Florida to diagnose and repair a variety of fleet vehicles. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and at least two years of related experience.

Responsibilities include performing maintenance, responding to emergencies, and ensuring items such as fluid levels are maintained. Candidates must pass a background check and possess a valid state driver's license.

Qualifications

• Must be able to diagnose failures of vehicles.
• Experience with light, medium, and heavy vehicles.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair on fleet vehicles.
• Service vehicles with fuel, oil, and coolant.
• Respond to emergency situations.

Skills

Ability to operate light vehicles

Diagnostic equipment knowledge

Machine and tool knowledge

Ability to follow instructions

Basic math skills

Color and odor recognition

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

At least two years of related experience

ASE certification preferred

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Mechanic tools

Forklift

Power washer

Job description

Job Details: Location: FL004 - Plant City, FL 33563 | Position Type: Full Time | Education Level: High School | Job Category: General Labor | Title: Fleet Maintenance Technician I

Department: Fleet Operations & Maintenance

Job Summary

Under general supervision, diagnose, maintain, repair, and service a wide variety of fleet vehicles, equipment, and specialized vehicles.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Duties/Responsibilities

• Diagnose, perform maintenance, and repair on light vehicles and equipment
• Service vehicles with fuel, oil, and coolant; perform preventive maintenance by checking items such as battery condition, tire air pressure, coolant and oil levels, and hydraulic and brake fluid levels
• Coordinate with administration and other trades for the purpose of completing projects/work orders efficiently
• Perform and assist in the maintenance and repair of light, medium, and heavy vehicles and equipment for the purpose of ensuring the availability of equipment
• Conduct installation and removal of auxiliary equipment
• Respond to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns
• Maintain tools and/or equipment for the purpose of ensuring the availability of equipment in safe operating condition

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to operate and give instruction for proper operation of light vehicles and equipment
• Ability to diagnose failures of vehicles and equipment from trade knowledge and to use diagnostic equipment and decide how properly to repair
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance; ability to operate, calibrate, tune, synchronize, and perform complex rapid adjustments on equipment such as motor vehicles, driverized equipment, mechanic tools, drill press, welder, forklift, hydraulic press, battery tester, steam cleaner, power washer, and related materials
• Ability to explain, demonstrate, and clarify to others within well‑established policies, procedures, and standards
• Ability to follow specific instructions and respond to simple requests from others
• Ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; calculate percentage and decimals
• Ability to recognize and identify individual characteristics of colors and odor to determine the condition of fluids, shapes to distinguish objects clearly, sounds to determine if equipment is operating correctly, track down malfunctions, and textures to detect wear

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least two years of related experience required
• Certification from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) preferred

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged period of standing, bending, reaching, and working with hands
• Occasional periods of prolonged exposure to load noises
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds at times
• Ability to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands as necessary
• Ability to hear and see to position and safety requirement levels
• Occasional exposure to elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, and chemicals

Special Qualifications/Requirements

• Must be able to successfully pass as required a federal, state, or local government background investigation
• Valid state driver’s license required
• Valid commercial driver’s license (A, B, or C with specific endorsements) is preferred