Fleet Technician: Diesel & Diagnostics Expert

UniFirst Careers; Town of Salina (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Company Match

Profit Sharing

Health Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Direct Payroll Deposit

Tuition Reimbursement

30% Employee Discount

Employee Referral Bonuses

Job summary

UniFirst is seeking a reliable Fleet Technician to perform corrective, preventative, and predictive maintenance on fleet vehicles to ensure safe, efficient operation. You will maintain vehicles in DOT-compliant condition and support fleet operations with CMMS tracking and parts sourcing.

The role offers on-the-job training, a Monday–Friday work week with overtime potential, and comprehensive benefits including 401K match, health insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.
• Must meet all DOT regulatory requirements.
• CDL license is a strong plus, preferred for performing road tests and servicing Class A vehicles
• Strong diagnostic skills with GM drivability; diesel experience is a plus.
• Willingness to work overtime and perform occasional road calls.
• 3 — 5 years of hands-on experience with medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair, including: Preventative Maintenance, tire & wheel service, air & hydraulic brake systems, drivetrain and suspension, electrical and A/C systems computerized diagnostics.

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 Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Perform additional tasks as directed by leadership to support overall fleet operations.

Skills

Fleet maintenance

Diagnostic software

GM drivability

Diesel experience

Road tests

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree or technical training

Tools

CMMS

Job description

UniFirst is seeking a reliable Fleet Technician to perform corrective, preventative, and predictive maintenance on fleet vehicles to ensure safe, efficient operation. You will maintain vehicles in DOT-compliant condition and support fleet operations with CMMS tracking and parts sourcing.

The role offers on-the-job training, a Monday–Friday work week with overtime potential, and comprehensive benefits including 401K match, health insurance, and paid time off.