Utility Technician

RiverPark Ventures; Michigan; On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

RiverPark Ventures is looking for a dedicated Utility Technician in Michigan. This hands-on role involves maintaining the safety and functionality of vehicles through various maintenance tasks, repairs, and support for the operations team.

The ideal candidate must be detail-oriented, able to tackle multiple responsibilities, and possess at least a valid driver’s license. The position offers a flexible schedule and a pay range of $20-24 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license.
• Practical knowledge of basic vehicle mechanics and diagnostics preferred.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical exam and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate repairs and preventative maintenance for fleet health.
• Perform smaller maintenance tasks such as tire swaps and light repairs.
• Assist with the seamless in-fleeting and de-fleeting of vehicles.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving

Vehicle Mechanics

Team Player

Job description

Via is on a mission to create public transportation systems that provide greater access to jobs, healthcare, and education. Our platform serves as the technology backbone for modern transit networks, transforming antiquated.

As a Utility Technician at Via, you will play a key role in maintaining the safety, efficiency, and functionality of our vehicles. This is a hands‑on role ideal for someone who takes pride in keeping operations running smoothly through a wide range of on‑the‑ground tasks.

What You’ll Do

• Support overall fleet health by coordinating repairs and preventative maintenance; shuttling vehicles to/from vendors; inspecting vehicles for cleanliness, readiness and visual appearance and track out‑of‑service vehicles to optimize fleet supply
• Perform smaller maintenance tasks (e.g., tire swaps, light repairs)
• Perform vehicles cleaning and maintenance tasks
• Assist with the seamless in‑fleeting and de‑fleeting of vehicles, collaborating closely with Fleet Managers
• Support the operations team with miscellaneous on‑the‑ground responsibilities, including maintaining and/or adjusting vehicle equipment and trade dress equipment, organizing workspaces, and assisting with local market initiatives

Who You Are

• You take initiative, solve problems on the fly, and love getting the job done
• A dynamic team player who is willing to wear multiple hats and tackle projects of all types
• Detail‑oriented enough to keep track of vehicle schedules, yet hands‑on enough to jump into a repair
• Practical knowledge of basic vehicle mechanics and diagnostics is preferred (not mandatory)
• Must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license
• Ability to pass a pre‑employment physical exam. Successful completion of a pre‑employment drug screening and background check is mandatory. This includes a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) with no felonies, no DUI/DWI or reckless driving convictions, and no more than 2 speeding tickets

Compensation and Benefits

• Final salary will be determined by the candidate’s experience, knowledge, and skills
• Salary: $20-24 per hour
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required

Ready to join the ride?