Vestis Corporation

Overview

The Fleet Mechanic performs preventative maintenance and repairs on fleet vehicles in a timely and cost efficient manner, receiving work duties from the Lead Mechanic or management personnel.

Responsibilities

• Maintain fleet vehicles with focus on Preventative Maintenance programs to meet 100% compliance of standards.
• Utilize the AVMS fleet management computer system to track shop operation duties.
• Assist with cost control through purchasing, inventory management, and training others in safety.
• Responsible for maintenance of shop quality requirements, cleanliness, and OSHA standards.
• Regularly inspect vehicles to ensure compliance with Vestis and DOT standards.
• Maintain regular vehicle maintenance on company vehicles, primarily delivery step vans.
• Repair and maintain medium gas and diesel engines, brake systems, electrical systems, suspension systems, and lift gates.
• Conduct vehicle inspections.
• Replace general automotive parts, including brakes, tires, hoses, and belts.
• Document vehicle repairs and inspections according to company guidelines.
• Conduct all repairs in a safe and efficient manner.
• Assist in more extensive repairs where needed, based on experience.
• Follow all Company workplace conduct requirements and policies.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned to support the business.

Requirements

• Knowledge of DOT regulations, vehicle maintenance, and applicable state vehicle laws.
• Military maintenance experience is a plus.
• Proficient in preventive maintenance control systems and in parts procurement and inventory control.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain a collaborative and team-oriented environment in the shop.
• Ability to have schedule flexibility to include days, evenings, and/or weekends.
• Two years or more of experience in all phases of fleet vehicle mechanical repairs.
• High School Diploma or GED; Associates degree in Automotive Technology preferred but not required.
• Valid Driver’s License (Not CDL), with minimal points/violations in the last three years.

Additional Information

• Position is situated in a vehicle repair environment.
• Exposure to varying temperatures depending on geographical location.
• Location: Union, NJ.