Fleet Maintenance Technician: Diagnostics, Repairs & Safety

QXO, Inc; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

QXO, Inc. is a leading distributor and installer of building products with a focus on modernizing the industry through technology and service.

The Repair Technician role supports operational reliability by maintaining forklifts, trailers, and other mobile equipment, ensuring repairs are done safely, efficiently, and per company standards. The position collaborates with Operations and Fleet Management to minimize downtime, maintain records, and promote a safety-first culture across maintenance

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, diagnostic equipment, and shop equipment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple repair tasks independently.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Positive attitude, dependable attendance, and strong work ethic.
• Ability to read and follow maintenance manuals, work orders, service bulletins, and safety procedures.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively with operations personnel.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 5 years of fleet maintenance experience preferred.
• Experience maintaining forklifts, trailers, utility vehicles, golf carts, or similar mobile equipment.
• Experience in commercial fleet maintenance, industrial maintenance, heavy equipment, or construction equipment repair.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Annual Inspector Qualification, Brake Inspector Qualification, ASE Certification or similar certifications are a plus but not required.
• Experience performing welding, fabrication, and structural repairs is preferred.
• Work is performed in maintenance shops, warehouses, manufacturing facilities, outdoor yards, and operational environments.
• Frequent exposure to moving equipment, forklifts, trailers, hydraulic systems, fuels, lubricants, noise, dust, and varying weather conditions.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, reach, and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the workday.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds using safe lifting practices or mechanical assistance.
• Overtime or extended hours may be required based on operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and repairs on company fleet equipment.
• Maintain and repair diesel, propane, and electric forklifts, utility vehicles, golf carts, roll-off trailers, and other mobile equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, fuel system, and brake-related issues.
• Remove and replace equipment components including bearings, brakes, tires, batteries, hydraulic hoses, belts, filters, and other wear items.
• Complete scheduled maintenance services including lubrication, fluid changes, filter replacements, and safety inspections.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns and perform timely repairs to minimize operational downtime.
• Perform minor welding, fabrication, and structural repairs when required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Tool usage

Time management

Communication skills

Reading manuals

Education

High school diploma or GED

5 years fleet maintenance experience

Job description

QXO, Inc. is a leading distributor and installer of building products with a focus on modernizing the industry through technology and service.

The Repair Technician role supports operational reliability by maintaining forklifts, trailers, and other mobile equipment, ensuring repairs are done safely, efficiently, and per company standards. The position collaborates with Operations and Fleet Management to minimize downtime, maintain records, and promote a safety-first culture across maintenance