Fleet Maintenance Technician / Mechanic

The Winterberry Group; Southington (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical

Dental

Vision

Matching 401K

Job summary

Winterberry Gardens in Southington, CT is seeking an entry-level technician to troubleshoot and repair company vehicles and equipment, focusing on basic maintenance like oil changes and routine servicing.

This is a full-time position with safety as a priority, requiring teamwork and the ability to follow service manuals and work orders. You will operate maintenance equipment, communicate issues, and adhere to PPE protocols in a collaborative shop environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience.
• Safety-first approach with PPE.
• Strong teamwork and communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic maintenance tasks such as oil changes, fluid checks, and routine servicing of vehicles and equipment
• Replace/assemble parts as assigned by work order or lead shop technician
• Work from service manuals, maintenance manuals, and construction equipment schematics
• Perform tasks with minimum supervision using experience and good judgment
• Operate all construction/maintenance equipment safely for its intended purpose
• Effectively communicate verbally with technical staff and other employees on machine problems or suggested improvements
• Possess a basic understanding of construction equipment systems and repair techniques
• Work effectively in a team environment and easily perform the role of team member
• Perform work utilizing safe practices and wear all necessary personal protective equipment

Skills

Team player

Good mechanical comprehension

Safety compliance

Job description

Description

Winterberry Gardens is seeking a person responsible for troubleshooting and repairing company vehicles and equipment. This role is ideal for an entry-level technician (lube tech), focused on performing basic maintenance such as oil changes, routine servicing, and general vehicle upkeep.

Required:

• Minimum of 3+ years of experience


• Safety compliance, perform work with safety in mind at all times and wear necessary personal protective equipment


• Team player


• Good mechanical comprehension

Job Responsibilities:

• 1. Perform basic maintenance tasks such as oil changes, fluid checks, and routine servicing of vehicles and equipment


• 2. Replace/assemble parts as assigned by work order or lead shop technician


• 3. Work from service manuals, maintenance manuals, and construction equipment schematics


• 4. Perform tasks with minimum supervision using experience and good judgment


• 5. Operate all construction/maintenance equipment safely for its intended purpose


• 6. Effectively communicate verbally with technical staff and other employees on machine problems or suggested improvements


• 7. Possess a basic understanding of construction equipment systems and repair techniques


• 8. Work effectively in a team environment and easily perform the role of team member


• 9. Perform work utilizing safe practices and wear all necessary personal protective equipment

Compensation & Schedule:

$22 – $27 per hour (depending on experience)

• 50+ hours per week

This is a full-time, benefitted position that includes:

• Paid Time Off


• Medical


• Dental


• Vision


• Matching 401K

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage diversity in the workplace.