Lead Mechanic

Rural Metro Fire Department; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Journeyman Mechanic to assist in the daily operations of a Fleet Maintenance Facility. In this role, you will perform essential maintenance activities, respond to vehicle breakdowns, and ensure the quality of work meets departmental standards. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to the development of new maintenance programs and train fellow technicians. This position offers a dynamic work environment where your expertise will directly impact the efficiency and safety of the fleet. If you are passionate about vehicle maintenance and have a strong commitment to safety and quality, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Journeyman level experience in fleet maintenance with ASE certifications.
• Skills in electrical diagnosis and vehicle repair required.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance activities and assist in training technicians.
• Respond to vehicle breakdowns and maintain required records.

Skills

Electrical diagnosis

Customer service skills

Ability to prioritize tasks

Ability to work independently

Ability to follow instructions

Education

Journeyman level experience

ASE Certifications (A1-A8)

Valid driver's license

Tools

Diagnostic Scan Tools

Vehicle Hoist

Pneumatic air tools

Personal hand tools

Job description

SUMMARY: Assists Fleet Maintenance Manager in daily operation of Fleet Maintenance Facility while performing regular duties of a Journeyman level front line mechanic.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs all Front-Line Mechanic maintenance activities assigned by Fleet Manager.
• Rotates on-call duties with Fleet Manager.
• Employee scheduling and ensuring the quality of work performed meets department standards and work is completed as scheduled.
• Provides input to Fleet Manager for employee evaluation and progress report purposes.
• Ensuring cost effectiveness of all fleet maintenance programs.
• Assists Fleet Manager in development of new maintenance programs.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Assists Fleet Manager in training technicians.
• Maintaining required vehicle records. This may include data entry, parts ordering, etc.
• Responds to vehicle breakdowns in the field when requested.
• Assists other Mechanics as needed.
• Operates company vehicles in accordance with company policy and safe practices.
• Completes all required paperwork neatly, correctly and on time.
• Utilizes parts computer program to locate needed parts and verify correct application.
• Attends meetings, classes, training, etc., as directed by Fleet Manager.
• Performs all other duties as requested by Fleet Maintenance Manager.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Vehicles repaired and maintained correctly and in a timely fashion.
• Quickly respond, diagnose and repair vehicles during road call situations.
• Maintain safe and clean work area.
• Paperwork complete and neat.
• Accurately account for all parts and materials.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Maintain good working relationship with all personnel and professional conduct with outside contacts.

SAFETY:

• Takes responsibility for and demonstrates safe work practices.
• Adheres to organization and OSHA safety guidelines.
• Identifies and reports safety concerns.
• Adheres to Fleet policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT USED:

1. Telephone, Cell phone, pager.
2. Personal Computer skills.
3. Personal hand tools.
4. Vehicle Shop Equipment:

• Vehicle Hoist
• Diagnostic Scan Tools (IDS, Snap-On or equivalent)
• Brake Lathe
• Tire Mounting Machine
• Tire Balancer
• A/C Recovery/Recycle Machine
• Pneumatic air tools.
• Hand Tools

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Ability to employ discretion and confidentiality in sensitive areas.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow instructions on memos, letters and various documents and repair manuals.
• Ability to perform the essential job functions.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Skills necessary to perform maintenance and repairs on company vehicles.
• Electrical diagnosis experience with ability to read and comprehend schematics.
• Must have a full set of personal tools.
• Must have a current valid driver’s license.
• Journeyman level experience.
• Fleet maintenance background preferred.
• ASE Certifications (Combination A1-A8 – Mandatory Brake Certification ASE or equivalent).
• ASE 609 or equivalent Certification Mandatory.