Fleet Maintenance Technician — Diesel & DOT Expert

UniFirst; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Profit sharing

Health insurance

EAP

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discount

Referral bonuses

Direct payroll deposit

Job summary

UniFirst is seeking a reliable Fleet Technician to join our Maintenance Department. You will perform corrective, preventative, and predictive maintenance on fleet vehicles to ensure safe, efficient operation.

Responsibilities include maintaining DOT compliance, keeping records in CMMS, and sourcing parts. A strong diagnostic background and willingness to overtime are required. We offer on-the-job training and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Associate’s degree from a technical school or equivalent experience preferred.
• Strong diagnostic skills with GM drivability; diesel experience is a plus.
• Proficiency with diagnostic software and basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all assigned vehicles are properly registered and compliant with current plates, inspections, and documentation.
• Complete all scheduled preventative maintenance to minimize downtime and maintain fleet performance.
• Perform corrective and predictive maintenance to ensure vehicles are in safe, roadworthy condition and meet DOT and other regulatory standards.
• Maintain vehicle appearance to align with UniFirst branding and cleanliness standards.
• Keep the garage clean, organized, and safe; source parts and monitor pricing for cost-effective, high-quality repairs.
• Accurately track and manage maintenance tasks using a CMMS.
• Perform additional tasks as directed by leadership to support overall fleet operations.

Skills

Fleet maintenance

Diagnostic skills

GM drivability

Diesel experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s degree in a technical field

Tools

CMMS

Diagnostic software

Job description

UniFirst is seeking a reliable Fleet Technician to join our Maintenance Department. You will perform corrective, preventative, and predictive maintenance on fleet vehicles to ensure safe, efficient operation.

Responsibilities include maintaining DOT compliance, keeping records in CMMS, and sourcing parts. A strong diagnostic background and willingness to overtime are required. We offer on-the-job training and comprehensive benefits.