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Vestis Corp

Lead Fleet Mechanic

Vestis Corp, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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557-Houston TX 10110 Cash Road Stafford, TX 77477, USA

The Lead Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, repairing and overhauling fleet vehicles in a timely and cost efficient manner. In addition, ensure shop work is organized and assigned to the appropriate mechanic personnel in the Market Center location. Overall, need to focus on quality control and preventative maintenance. Generally, a Lead Mechanic works in a market center location/shop with one or two additional mechanics.

Responsibilities

Maintain fleet vehicles with emphasis on Preventative Maintenance programs to meet 100% compliance of standards

Assist with scheduling and assigning work to the mechanic or associate mechanic personnel

Assess and recommend training needs for the fleet mechanic staff to either Regional or Group Manager

Utilize the AVMS fleet management computer system that allows for shop operation and tracking with a paperless system

Manage cost control through purchasing, inventory management, as well as training in the area of safety to assure that the vehicle assets are within reasonable costs

Maintain weekly cost data information and provide the Regional or Group Fleet manager with the financial status of the shop and controllable vehicle costs

Uphold the quality of standards of the shop, cleanliness, and comply with OSHA standards

Regularly inspect vehicles to ensure that all vehicles not only meet Vestis standards, but are also consistent with Department of Transportation (DOT) standards

Drive and reinforce quality standards in the shop, and follow company workplace conduct policies in the shop

Ensure that the Vestis standards are maintained

Perform other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the role to support the business

Knowledge

Knowledge of DOT regulations, vehicle maintenance and applicable state vehicle laws to meet required standards

Proficient in preventive maintenance control systems and in parts procurement and inventory control

Ability to multi task and work in a fast pace environment

Develop and maintain a collaborative and team oriented environment in the shop

Ability to have schedule flexibility to include day, evenings, and/or weekends

Working Environment/Safety Requirements Position is situated in a vehicle repair environment. Exposure to varying temperatures depending on geographical location.

Experience Six years or more of experience in all phases of fleet vehicle mechanical repairs including general maintenance and repair, wiring, engine overhaul and preventative maintenance scheduling; Military maintenance experience is a plus.

Education High School Diploma or GED

License Requirements/ Certifications Location: Houston TX

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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