Fleet Mechanic- Parts

Global Medical Response•Mesa, AZ

About The Position

The Lead Mechanic is a working leader responsible for advanced vehicle maintenance, repair, and diagnostic services, while providing day-to-day leadership and guidance to fleet mechanics. The role serves as the shop’s technical expert and helps ensure maintenance is safe, efficient, and consistent with company standards. The Lead Mechanic promotes accountability, quality workmanship, teamwork, and continuous improvement while supporting the Fleet Manager in meeting operational and fleet reliability goals. The position performs advanced preventive maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, and inspections on ambulances and fleet vehicles, including work on electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and drivetrain systems. It also provides technical mentoring and training, reviews repair quality, maintains accurate work orders and records, supports parts inventory and ordering, and uses fleet maintenance software. The role monitors shop organization and safety compliance and participates in an on-call rotation for emergency fleet maintenance needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least five years of automotive or fleet maintenance experience.
Journeyman-level mechanical experience.
Strong electrical diagnostic experience and ability to read and interpret schematics.
Current valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
A complete set of personal mechanic tools.
ASE A1–A8 certifications, including Brake Certification, or equivalent.
ASE 609 Certification or equivalent.
Strong leadership and team-building skills; ability to coach, mentor, and develop technicians.
Exceptional troubleshooting and diagnostic capabilities.
Ability to prioritize competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
Working knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and applicable fleet maintenance regulations.
Ability to make sound decisions and resolve problems independently.
Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds and frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, and work underneath vehicles.
Ability to work in varied environmental conditions, including exposure to noise, chemicals, and weather-related elements.
Ability to respond to after-hours maintenance needs as part of an on-call rotation.

Nice To Haves

Previous lead, supervisory, or mentoring experience in a fleet maintenance environment.
Fleet maintenance experience with emergency vehicles, ambulances, medium-duty trucks, or commercial fleets.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Experience with computerized fleet maintenance management systems.
Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Perform advanced preventive maintenance, diagnostics, repairs, and inspections on ambulances and fleet vehicles.
Troubleshoot and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and drivetrain systems.
Read and interpret service manuals, technical bulletins, and wiring schematics.
Ensure repairs meet manufacturer specifications, regulatory requirements, and company standards.
Maintain accurate maintenance records, repair documentation, and work orders.
Serve as the lead technical resource and mentor for mechanics and technicians.
Provide guidance, coaching, and on-the-job training to shop personnel.
Assist the Fleet Manager with employee development, performance feedback, and training initiatives.
Support employee scheduling and workload prioritization to complete maintenance activities on time.
Lead by example in professionalism, accountability, safety, and workmanship.
Conduct spot-checks and quality reviews of mechanics’ and technicians’ repairs and maintenance.
Verify repairs are correct, safe, and compliant with departmental standards, and confirm vehicles are safe and operational before release.
Identify performance trends, training opportunities, and process improvements.
Assist the Fleet Manager in implementing and improving fleet maintenance programs and procedures.
Maintain inventory control and coordinate parts ordering as needed.
Use fleet maintenance software for work order management, data entry, and reporting.
Monitor shop organization, cleanliness, and safety compliance.
Participate in an on-call rotation to support emergency fleet maintenance needs.