Fleet Mechanic Manager

Peak Landscape, Inc•Milton, WA

8d•$75,000 - $85,000

About The Position

Peak Landscape, Inc., a commercial landscape company, is seeking a Lead Fleet Mechanic to oversee the management, maintenance, and compliance of company vehicles and equipment for its South Seattle Branch. This full-time position is responsible for ensuring the safety, efficiency, and reliability of the company’s fleet. The role oversees maintenance and repairs for company vehicles, trailers, and small-engine equipment, as well as the organization, cleanliness, and safety of the branch shop and yard. The Fleet Mechanic Manager maintains fleet records and compliance, implements existing software systems for tracking, coordinates repairs to minimize downtime, and works with production teams, supervisors, managers, the Fleet Manager, and local vendors. The position also supports a culture of safety and efficiency across fleet operations.

Requirements

Extensive mechanical experience.
At least 5 years of experience as a vehicle, diesel, and/or fleet maintenance technician.
Management experience.
At least 2 years in a supervisory or shop management role, with the ability to run daily shop operations efficiently.
ASE certifications or similar industry credentials.
Experience managing a fleet of full-size trucks, trailers, and large-engine equipment.
Organizational and leadership skills to oversee fleet operations.
Ability to track and maintain compliance with fleet regulations, inspections, and maintenance schedules.
Mechanical knowledge and troubleshooting skills for diagnosing and addressing vehicle or equipment issues.
Advanced diagnostic and repair skills, including critical repairs or rebuilds.
Honesty, a strong work ethic, and self-starting initiative.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Oversee maintenance and repairs of company vehicles, trailers, and small-engine equipment.
Oversee the general condition of the South Seattle branch shop and yard, ensuring organization, cleanliness, and safety.
Maintain accurate records of fleet inventory, repairs, maintenance schedules, and regulatory compliance.
Implement the use of existing software systems for fleet tracking.
Coordinate with supervisors and managers to minimize vehicle and equipment downtime.
Communicate with production teams to clearly outline expectations and repair and maintenance timelines.
Ensure vehicles and equipment are safe, clean, and compliant with regulations.
Troubleshoot fleet issues and collaborate with local vendors for parts and supplies.
Help create a culture of safety and efficiency in fleet operations.
Communicate and coordinate with the Fleet Manager regarding priorities, budgets, and needs.