Lead Fleet Mechanic

Priority Ondemand; Victorville (CA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Ondemand in Victorville, CA is seeking a Fleet Service Manager to oversee automotive repairs, preventive maintenance, and PM policy adherence. You will ensure accurate service records and lead a team of mechanics to meet safety standards.

The role reports to the EMS Director and requires strong leadership, effective communication, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Fleetio experience is a plus, with travel between sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Valid driver's license.
• Two years of confirmed mechanic experience or one year post-trade school.
• Background in electrical, A/C, braking and power train systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee automotive repairs, maintenance and checks per PM policies.
• Ensure accurate record keeping of services and repairs.
• Manage and supervise a team of mechanics and technicians.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards.
• Develop and implement maintenance schedules and procedures.
• Monitor inventory of parts and supplies.
• Provide training and guidance to mechanics and technicians.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Independence

Automotive repair knowledge

Driver's license

Tools

Fleetio

Job description

Job Details
Job Location: Victorville, CA 92392
Position Type: CONFIRE EMS
Salary Range: $66,700.00 - $7,500.00 Salary/year
Job Category: Automotive Mechanical

ROLE SUMMARY

The Fleet Service Manager is responsible for overseeing the completion of all automotive repairs, adjustments, preventive maintenance service, and checks of vehicles according to prescribed PM Policies and Procedures. The Fleet Service Manager will also be responsible for overseeing that there is an accurate record keeping of all services and repairs completed. Experience with Fleetio is a plus. This individual will report into the EMS Director.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the completion of all automotive repairs, adjustments, preventive maintenance service, and checks of vehicles according to prescribed PM Policies and Procedures


• Ensure accurate record keeping of all services and repairs completed.


• Manage and supervise a team of mechanics and technicians.


• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and standards.


• Develop and implement maintenance schedules and procedures.


• Monitor and maintain inventory of parts and supplies.


• Provide training and guidance to mechanics and technicians.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong leadership and management skills


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team


• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment


• Valid driver's license

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

• The ability to reach, push and pull.


• Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, and bend frequently


• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally


• Ability to work in garage, maintenance, and outdoor environments


• Ability to tolerate exposure to noise, vehicle exhaust, chemicals, and varying weather conditions


• Ability to operate standard office equipment and fleet-related tools/equipment

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Leadership


• Fleet Operations Management


• Vendor Coordination


• Budget Management


• Safety Compliance


• Problem Solving


• Communication Skills


• Accountability


• Strategic Planning


• Process Improvement

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

Reports directly to the Regional Director of Operations or designee.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & TRAVEL

Travel Requirements

Moderate travel between operational sites and vendor locations may be required.

Work Environment

This position operates in office, garage, and fleet maintenance environments with routine exposure to vehicle maintenance operations and field service activities.

QualificationsMinimum Requirements

• Strong knowledge of methods, material, tools, and techniques used in the repair and maintenance of a variety of automotive and mechanical equipment: operating principles of gasoline and diesel engines and of mechanical repair of vehicles ranging from passenger cars to in the one (1) ton category.


• Locating, correcting, and adjusting defects in complex automotive and mechanical equipment; performing skilled work in repairing, overhauling, and maintaining gas and diesel powered automotive equipment; intercepting and working from charts, technical manuals, and diagrams; using and caring for tools and equipment used in automotive and mechanical repair work; maintaining detailed and routine records.


• Ability to work well with others.


• Ability to communicate effectively in both a written and oral manner.


• Ability to maintain a good driving record.


• Ability to strictly adhere to established safety policies and guidelines.


• Currently possess a current valid driver’s license.


• Two (2) years of confirmed experience as a mechanic, or One (1) year of confirmed experience after successful completion of an industry recognized trade school or college.


• Strong background in electrical, air conditioning, heating, braking, and power train systems. To include diagnosis and repair.


• Certification for procurement/purchasing, of refrigerant type gases and oils for air-conditioning systems.


• Must furnish own tools.


• Must be available 24 hours a day.

Physical Requirement

• Must be able to sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods.


• Ability to use a variety of Office Equipment.


• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 Lbs.


• Ability to use a variety of tools and machinery.


• Ability to perform various physical labored intensive tasks.


• Has no back problem, muscle problem, or other physical disability which would not allow the lifting and carrying of heavy weight.


• Has quick reflexes and superior safe driving ability.


• Has no established medical history or clinical diagnosis of epilepsy, rheumatic, arthritic, orthopedic, muscular, neuromuscular, or vascular disease, or any other medical condition which may interfere with his ability to control and operate a motor vehicle and automotive repair machinery or tools.


• Has no established medical history or clinical diagnosis of uncontrolled diabetes mellitus.


• No emotional, mental, nervous, organic, or functional disorder likely to interfere with safe emergency driving and operation of automotive repair machinery or tools.


• No impairment of use of foot, leg, hands, arms or other structural defects or limitations likely to interfere with safe driving and operation of automotive repair machinery or tools.