Fleet Maintenance Technician

Asplundh Tree Expert Co; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OT available

Competitive wage and benefits

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC in Wilson, NC, is seeking a Fleet Preventative Maintenance Technician to travel with maintenance supplies and perform on-site PM on heavy equipment and light trucks.

The role requires a high school diploma, 2+ years journeyman experience, and knowledge of PM scheduling; candidate should have diagnostic tools, strong attention to detail, and good communication.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of Preventative Maintenance scheduling.
• Certification from a vocational school or trade school preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years journeyman mechanic experience.
• In-depth knowledge of vehicle diagnostic equipment and mechanical systems.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test and background/MVR checks.

Responsibilities

• Communicate to schedule PM activities efficiently.
• Clean, lubricate, and perform routine maintenance on equipment and vehicles.
• Operate and inspect machines or vehicles to diagnose defects.
• Assemble mechanical components per specifications.
• Design action plans for maintenance tasks and maintain logs.
• Monitor inventory and order parts as needed.
• Advise users on maintenance procedures.
• Work solo or in a team and comply with safety policies.

Skills

Preventative Maintenance scheduling

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational/trade school certification preferred

Journeyman mechanic experience (2+ years)

Tools

Vehicle diagnostic equipment

Mechanical systems knowledge

Job description

Fleet Maintenance Technician

Brand: Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC

Location: Wilson, NC, United States

Date Posted: Jan 27, 2026

Requisition Number: 1039

Description

Fleet Preventative Maintenance Technician

Job Type: Non-Exempt

Pay: Competitive Hourly- 2nd Shift

We are currently seeking an experienced and talented Fleet Preventative Maintenance Technician to join our dynamic team. In this
position, you will be responsible for traveling with maintenance-related supplies to dispersed equipment and performing on-site maintenance activities on all machinery and vehicles, from heavy-lift equipment to light duty trucks. Your duties will include monitoring inventory, inspecting vehicles, and performing preventative maintenance.
The role is planned for off-shift work. This can be flexible and can include nights and weekends. To succeed in this role, you should be physically and mentally fit and have a solid knowledge of basic mechanic’s tools, service, and diagnostic equipment. Our
ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, with excellent communication and customer service skills.

Mechanic Responsibilities

• Communicate within our organization to coordinate and schedule PM activities in an efficient manner
• Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles
• Operate and inspect machines or vehicles to diagnose defects or functionality problems. Alert clients on issues that will prohibit their vehicles from passing inspection.
• Assemble mechanical components according to specifications.
• Design a plan of action for all maintenance tasks Maintain work logs, repairs, and maintenance records, in written or electronic form
• Monitor inventory and order new parts when necessary.
• Offer consultation on maintenance and preventative procedures to machine and vehicle users.
• Operate individually and within a team environment
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety and environmental regulations, and with company policies and procedures; perform daily equipment inspections, as well as identify and assist in correcting unsafe conditions

Mechanic Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Knowledge of Preventative Maintenance scheduling
• Certification from a vocational school or trade school is preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years of journeyman level mechanic experience required
• In-depth knowledge of vehicle diagnostic equipment and mechanical systems.
• Strong attention to detail with an aptitude for problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Physical Requirements: sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, twisting, climbing, balancing, bending (bending at the waist, lifting above the waist and lifting below the waist), kneeling, reaching, grasping (use of both hands), squatting, repetitive motions, manipulative finger movements with both hands, use of wrists (flexing or rotating with both wrists), use of both feet, use of arms
  above and below shoulder, work extended periods of time in same position, perform duties in all
  climates i.e. weather, extreme temperatures, tolerate heights, lift and carry up to 75 lbs., work in
  confined spaces, capable of wearing respiratory and other personal protective equipment
• Valid drivers' license required.
• Must pass a background and/or Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test

We Offer

• Secure, long-term employment
• Competitive wage and benefits package
• Training and development
• Opportunities for advancement
• OT available

Other potential qualifications

• Automotive Service Excellence Mechanics Certification (A.S.E Certification).
• Experience working on and/or repairing Hydraulic systems on fleet vehicles.
• Certification for Aerial Device Maintenance.

Pre-Screen

• Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.

Physical Requirements

• Rarely: walking, kneeling, squatting, crawling, seeing distant, climbing on/off truck, climbing, lifting over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., depth perception, color vision, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders, balancing, lifting up to 10 lbs., lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Occasionally: standing, stooping, body twisting, gripping, reaching, range of motion, climbing stairs.
• Frequently: sitting, sense of touch, manual dexterity, speaking clearly, reading, hearing-speech range.
• Constantly: seeing.

Safety

Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must have sufficient eyesight to judge distance/coordination of equipment and tools, be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods, be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, be able to wear personal protective equipment as necessary, be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day, have the endurance necessary to traverse various terrain, be capable of performing job duties throughout a standard 8- or 10-hour day, be able to communicate with others, read, write, and comprehend written/verbal job instructions and information, and communicate and handle conflict professionally.

• Able to identify job site hazards.
• Exhibits and carries out cognitive problem-solving skills.
• Able to read, comprehend, and visualize job build and all prints.
• Works near/around energized, hazardous parts and equipment.
• Exposed to traffic.
• Works around excessive noise from machines (bore drill, backhoe, trencher, mini excavator, bucket trucks, digger derricks, concrete saw, jackhammers).
• May be exposed to hot and cold environments, poisonous plants or reptiles, and stinging insects.

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

Benefits

We offer a competitive range of benefits to support our employees’ health, well-being, and financial security. Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to all eligible employees on the first day of employment. For more information on the benefits available for this role, please contact the recruiter or hiring manager.

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note

• All job offers are subject to pre-employment drug screening and a background check.
• Unless otherwise noted, we do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Notice to Agencies

We only accept resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services if a Service Agreement has been signed and we have requested recruitment/staffing services for the specific position. Any unsolicited resumes will become the property of the company, and no fees or compensation will be paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or staffing service.