Lead Fleet Technician / Mechanic - Ambulance & Fleet Maintenance
Vital Medical Transport Memphis, TN Full-Time
We're looking for a Lead Fleet Technician who's as comfortable turning a wrench as they are running a shop - someone who can dig into a diagnostic, keep a small team on track, and make sure our fleet is always ready to answer the next call.
This is a hands-on leadership role. You'll spend most of your day doing the mechanical work yourself - troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining ambulances and support vehicles - while also directing the shop's day-to-day priorities and mentoring other mechanics.
What You'll Do
- 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 You Bring
- 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
Good to Know
- Ability to lift up to 250 lbs with a partner and handle physical work including walking, crawling, and kneeling
- Must pass a post-offer physical, drug screen, and background check;
- This role reports to the Fleet Manager
Why Vital Medical Transport
If you like variety, want real ownership over how a shop runs, and take pride in a job done right, we'd like to talk.
Compensation details: 26-30 Hourly Wage
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