Description:
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 Requirements: What You Bring At least 4 years of experience as a mechanic, including gas and diesel engines, suspension, steering, and brakes Must have EVT or ASE Certifications 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 PI304d650bb7b6-25448-414315595c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386
