Garage Utility Maintenance Technician I

MDI; Northlakes (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Alex Lee seeks a dedicated Garage Utility Maintenance Technician to support garage operations, fuel and fleet activities, and documentation. You will keep facilities clean, orderly, and compliant while assisting mechanics and handling basic admin tasks.

The role is hourly with night schedule, requiring physical stamina and punctuality. Candidates should pass a background check and hold a high school diploma or equivalent; CDL preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be able to bend, stoop, and lift up to 100 pounds; regular standing and movement in garage work.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report; CDL A or B license preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely with minimal supervision.
• Basic computer skills.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to obtain required certifications (forklift, storage tanks, pallets) as needed.
• Familiarity with preventative maintenance or garage operations.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain all areas of the garage and related facilities.
• Empty trash and uphold housekeeping standards throughout the facility.
• Assist with grounds maintenance outside the garage.
• Monitor fuel area; check diesel fuel, motor oil, and washer fluid levels; report issues.
• Check in fuel deliveries and assist with related paperwork; inspect pumps monthly.
• Organize vehicle paperwork and support mechanics with documentation needs.
• Process basic documents related to garage and fleet operations.
• Perform basic visual safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, etc.).
• Assist mechanics and garage staff with various tasks as needed.

Skills

Physical fitness

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL A or B license preferred

Tools

Forklift certification

Pallet jack certification

Certified Primary Operator for underground storage tanks

Job description

Overview

Major Functions:

The Garage Utility Maintenance Technician providesgeneral supportto garage operations through facility upkeep, basic administrativeassistance, and coordination support for fuel and fleet-related activities. This role focuses onmaintaininga clean, organized, and safe garage environment whileassistingwith documentation, inspections, and day-to-day operational needs. The position supports primary technical, regulatory, andcompliance activities as directed.

Schedule: Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat 9pm-7am or Thu, Fri, Sat 7pm-7am

Hourly Position

Responsibilities

Accountabilities:

• Clean and maintain all areas of the garage, trailer buildings, and truck wash facilities; includes washing and cleaning equipment and promptly reporting any issues or malfunctions.


• Empty trash and uphold housekeeping standards throughout the facility, ensuring both indoor and outdoor areas are well kept and orderly.


• Assist with basic grounds maintenance and upkeep outside the garage, including routine support activities such as scrap metal pickup when directed.


• Monitor and maintain the fuel area, including checking diesel fuel, motor oil, and washer fluid levels for purchasing, keeping the area clean and organized, and promptly reporting leaks, damage, or safety concerns.


• Check in fuel deliveries and assist with related paperwork; conduct monthly inspections and maintenance of fuel pumps, and coordinate third-party testing and servicing of pumps, storage tanks, and ancillary equipment.


• Purchase and return license plates as required for fleet vehicles.


• Organize, distribute, and maintain vehicle-related paperwork, forms, and tags; ensure commonly used documents are readily available and support mechanics in documentation needs.


• Process basic documents related to garage and fleet operations, including administrative tasks and recordkeeping.


• Perform basic visual checks of safety equipment, such as fire extinguishers, to ensure compliance and readiness.


• Assist mechanics and other garage staff with various tasks as needed, providing general operational support.


• Coordinate routine support activities and respond to direction for additional facility-related duties.


• Perform other related duties as assigned to support garage operations and fleet maintenance.

Qualifications

Desirable Qualifications:

• Must be able to bend, stoop, and lift up to 100 pounds; work requires regular standing, walking, lifting, and other physical activity, primarily in a garage environment with exposure to noise, odors, moving equipment, and varying weather conditions.


• Clean Motor Vehicle Report and preferred CDL A or B license.


• High school diploma or equivalent.


• Ability to follow instructions and work safely in a garage environment; self-starter who can work with minimal supervision.


• Basic computer skills.


• Good communication and organizational skills.


• Certified Primary Operator for underground storage tanks (or willingness to obtain within a designated timeframe); forklift and pallet jack certification (or willingness to obtain).


• Basic knowledge of preventative maintenance or garage operations; familiarity with fuel systems, fleet environments, or maintenance facilities.

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