Lead Fleet Technician / Mechanic – Ambulance & Fleet Maintenance

Vital Medical Transport LLC • Bartlett, TN

3d • $26 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Vital Medical Transport is seeking a Lead Fleet Technician in Memphis, TN for a full-time position. This role is a hands-on leadership position where the technician will perform mechanical work, troubleshoot diagnostics, and lead a small team. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with both mechanical tasks and shop management, ensuring the fleet is always operational. The technician will spend most of their day performing repairs and maintenance on ambulances and support vehicles, while also directing daily shop priorities and mentoring other mechanics.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of experience as a mechanic, including gas and diesel truck engines, suspension, steering, and brakes
• Must have EVT or ASE Certifications (1-8 or Medium-Heavy Vehicle Technician: Diesel Engines, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Suspension & Steering, Brakes) — and willingness to complete all certification within your first year
• Your own set of basic automotive tools
• A clean driving record
• Comfort working independently, managing multiple jobs at once, and making good calls without someone standing over your shoulder
• Basic computer skills for maintenance records and documentation

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on diagnostics, repair, and preventive maintenance on ambulances and fleet vehicles — engines, brakes, transmissions, suspension, electrical, HVAC, and more
• Troubleshoot and coordinate installation of specialty equipment (oxygen/medical air systems, radios, GPS, cameras, mounts)
• Assign and prioritize repair work for the maintenance team and provide technical guidance to mechanics
• Respond to vehicle breakdowns and get vehicles back in service quickly and safely
• Manage relationships with dealers, specialty shops, and outside vendors when work needs to be outsourced
• Keep maintenance records, parts inventory, and shop equipment organized and accurate
• Maintain a clean, safe, well-run shop and lead by example on safety practices

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed