Fleet Shop Technician – Mechanical Support & Prep

East Coast Facilities, Inc. - Eastern PA; Crest Hill (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

East Coast Facilities, Inc. - Eastern PA is seeking a Shop Technician to support Service Center shop operations, assisting mechanics with daily tasks, maintaining equipment, organizing the shop, and handling inventory for a safe work environment.

This role involves light maintenance, minor repairs, fabrication support, and assisting with intercompany fleet movements between Service Centers and the Home Office, including snow operations as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in mechanical work, fleet maintenance, or equipment repair
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and ask questions when uncertain
• Reliable, self-motivated, and capable of working independently or as part of a team
• Able to use a smartphone for communication, documentation, and photo capture
• Fluent in spoken and written English due to safety and technical needs
• Valid driver's license required
• Able to pass: Illicit drug test, Criminal background check
• Complies with confidentiality, business ethics, and all regulatory requirements

Responsibilities

• Assists Mechanics and Lead Mechanics with day-to-day shop duties
• Performs light PM services, including: Checking fluids, Changing air filters, Basic lubrication, Battery checks, Simple inspections
• Performs minor mechanical repairs under supervision
• Supports fabrication work (grinding, cutting, prep tasks)
• Cleans equipment, attachments, and small machines
• Prepares units for service deployment or return
• Keeps the shop floor clean, organized, and free of hazards
• Organizes tools, hoses, hardware, and supplies
• Manages storage areas, bins, parts shelves, and supply rooms
• Empties trash, maintains cleanliness of equipment bays, and improves shop layout
• Assists with inventory counts, stocking, labeling, and parts organization
• Helps with receiving parts and checking them against purchase orders
• Tracks shop supplies and alerts Mechanics or Lead Mechanics when inventory is low
• Drives company vehicles to support intercompany fleet transfers
• Transports vehicles between Service Centers and the Home Office
• Assists with fueling, staging, parking, and vehicle organization
• Follows all company driving policies and insurance underwriting requirements
• Operates plow trucks, loaders, and specialized snow-removal equipment
• Shovels snow and uses walk-behind blowers safely and efficiently
• Applies salt and de-icing materials accurately and responsibly
• Supports pre-storm planning and operational staging
• Assists with post-storm cleanup, equipment servicing, and restocking
• Follows all safety rules, PPE requirements, and shop protocols
• Maintains situational awareness in active shop and yard environments
• Reports equipment issues, hazards, or unsafe conditions immediately
• Strives for zero preventable accidents
• Lears mechanical, diagnostic, and equipment-handling skills from the mechanic staff
• Follows instructions carefully and demonstrates capacity to develop technical abilities
• Provides support for field personnel regarding minor equipment handling (as trained)
• Maintains a clean and professional personal appearance
• Maintains an organized and professional shop environment and support vehicle

Job description

East Coast Facilities, Inc. - Eastern PA is seeking a Shop Technician to support Service Center shop operations, assisting mechanics with daily tasks, maintaining equipment, organizing the shop, and handling inventory for a safe work environment.

This role involves light maintenance, minor repairs, fabrication support, and assisting with intercompany fleet movements between Service Centers and the Home Office, including snow operations as needed.