Fleet Mechanic
- $30 per hour
- Full Time
About the role
Fleet Mechanic / Automotive Technician – Ram ProMaster & Ford Transit
Location | Los Angeles, CA 90045 (Westchester / LAX Area)
Pay: $30.00 per hour
Employment: Full-Time, Hourly Position
Schedule: Sunday–Thursday, 6:00 AM–2:00 PM
Experience Required: 5+ Years of Professional Automotive Repair Experience
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced, dependable, and highly skilled Fleet Mechanic to maintain and repair our fleet of Ram ProMaster and Ford Transit delivery vans.
We operate a large fleet of commercial delivery vehicles that are driven daily throughout Los Angeles. Keeping these vehicles safe, reliable, and operational is essential to our business.
We are looking for a hands-on mechanic who can independently diagnose problems, perform repairs, identify preventive maintenance needs, and return vehicles to service efficiently without compromising safety or repair quality.
The ideal candidate has extensive experience working on commercial vans, understands the mechanical and electrical problems commonly found in high-mileage delivery vehicles, and can manage repairs with minimal supervision.
This position requires someone who is organized, resourceful, mechanically knowledgeable, and capable of taking ownership of fleet maintenance and repairs.
Primary Responsibilities
1. Sliding Doors, Cargo Doors & Body Hardware
Sliding-door and cargo-door repairs are a major part of this position, particularly on Ram ProMaster vans.
Strong electrical diagnostic skills are essential for this position.
5. Heating, Air Conditioning & Cooling Systems
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
We are seeking an experienced professional who demonstrates the following qualities:
Independent Problem-Solving: You can evaluate a mechanical problem, determine its cause, and complete the appropriate repair without needing step-by-step instructions.
Technical Competence: You understand how automotive systems function and use proper diagnostic procedures rather than relying on guesswork.
Efficiency: You recognize that vehicle downtime affects daily operations and can complete repairs promptly while maintaining professional workmanship.
Initiative: You proactively inspect vehicles, identify potential failures, and address developing issues before they become major repairs.
Accountability: You take responsibility for your work, verify that repairs are completed correctly, and communicate any unresolved concerns.
Safety First: You never approve an unsafe vehicle for service and understand the importance of maintaining a reliable commercial fleet.
Organization: You manage repairs, parts, maintenance priorities, and documentation efficiently.
Compensation, Schedule & Benefits
Location | Los Angeles, CA 90045 (Westchester / LAX Area)
Pay: $30.00 per hour
Employment: Full-Time, Hourly Position
Schedule: Sunday–Thursday, 6:00 AM–2:00 PM
Experience Required: 5+ Years of Professional Automotive Repair Experience
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced, dependable, and highly skilled Fleet Mechanic to maintain and repair our fleet of Ram ProMaster and Ford Transit delivery vans.
We operate a large fleet of commercial delivery vehicles that are driven daily throughout Los Angeles. Keeping these vehicles safe, reliable, and operational is essential to our business.
We are looking for a hands-on mechanic who can independently diagnose problems, perform repairs, identify preventive maintenance needs, and return vehicles to service efficiently without compromising safety or repair quality.
The ideal candidate has extensive experience working on commercial vans, understands the mechanical and electrical problems commonly found in high-mileage delivery vehicles, and can manage repairs with minimal supervision.
This position requires someone who is organized, resourceful, mechanically knowledgeable, and capable of taking ownership of fleet maintenance and repairs.
Primary Responsibilities
1. Sliding Doors, Cargo Doors & Body Hardware
Sliding-door and cargo-door repairs are a major part of this position, particularly on Ram ProMaster vans.
- Diagnose and repair sliding doors that are stuck, difficult to open or close, misaligned, or failing to latch.
- Replace sliding-door rollers, roller assemblies, brackets, tracks, and guide components.
- Diagnose and replace broken door handles, release cables, locking mechanisms, and latch assemblies.
- Adjust and align sliding doors to ensure smooth opening, proper closing, and secure locking.
- Repair door sensors, electrical contacts, wiring, and switches causing false door-open warnings or locking failures.
- Repair rear cargo-door hinges, latches, handles, cables, and locking mechanisms.
- Repair front door handles, hinges, check straps, and related hardware.
- Identify and correct problems caused by normal wear, frequent use, and damaged door components.
- Inspect, diagnose, and replace brake pads, rotors, calipers, and other brake components.
- Diagnose brake noises, vibrations, uneven braking, and premature wear.
- Service conventional and electronic parking-brake systems where applicable.
- Perform tire , rotations, and inspections.
- Identify irregular tire wear, punctures, sidewall damage, and unsafe tire conditions.
- Inspect and replace worn shocks, struts, control arms, ball joints, sway-bar links, and bushings.
- Diagnose steering problems, suspension noises, vibrations, and worn wheel bearings.
- Identify conditions requiring wheel alignment or additional specialized repair.
- Diagnose check-engine lights and other vehicle warning indicators using professional diagnostic scan tools.
- Identify engine misfires, rough idling, hard starting, loss of power, and abnormal engine performance.
- Diagnose and replace faulty ignition coils, spark plugs, sensors, and related components.
- Inspect and repair coolant leaks, radiator hoses, thermostats, water pumps, and cooling-system components.
- Diagnose oil leaks, including common Ram ProMaster 3.6L oil-filter housing and oil-cooler problems.
- Replace drive belts, tensioners, pulleys, and related components.
- Diagnose starter, alternator, and battery-related problems.
- Perform engine oil and filter changes, fluid inspections, and other scheduled maintenance.
- Identify developing mechanical problems before they result in breakdowns or additional damage.
Strong electrical diagnostic skills are essential for this position.
- Diagnose electrical failures using multimeters, scan tools, and vehicle wiring diagrams.
- Troubleshoot blown fuses, relays, wiring faults, shorts, poor grounds, and intermittent electrical problems.
- Test batteries, starters, alternators, and charging systems.
- Diagnose parasitic battery drains and unexplained battery discharge.
- Repair malfunctioning headlights, taillights, brake lights, turn signals, marker lights, and interior lighting.
- Diagnose power-lock failures, door-contact problems, and electrical door components.
- Inspect and repair wiring harnesses, connectors, terminals, and damaged electrical connections.
- Troubleshoot backup camera malfunctions, display issues, and related electrical faults.
- Use diagnostic tools to identify fault codes, verify repairs, and complete supported service functions.
5. Heating, Air Conditioning & Cooling Systems
- Diagnose air-conditioning systems that are not cooling properly.
- Identify refrigerant leaks and repair or replace faulty A/C components.
- Diagnose A/C compressors, condensers, blower motors, fans, and related electrical components.
- Perform refrigerant recovery, evacuation, and recharge using approved equipment.
- Service R-134a and R-1234yf systems as applicable.
- Diagnose engine overheating and cooling-system performance problems.
- Verify proper operation after completing repairs.
- Perform routine preventive maintenance on commercial delivery vans.
- Conduct comprehensive vehicle inspections to identify worn, damaged, or failing components.
- Check fluid levels, belts, hoses, batteries, brakes, tires, and suspension components.
- Review and resolve driver-reported vehicle defects and daily vehicle inspection reports (DVIC).
- Prioritize maintenance based on vehicle condition, safety concerns, and operational needs.
- Identify recurring vehicle problems and recommend solutions to prevent repeat failures.
- Monitor upcoming service requirements and recommend replacement of worn components before failure.
- Maintain accurate records of repairs, parts used, maintenance completed, and vehicle service status.
- Identify manufacturer recalls and coordinate dealership repairs when necessary.
- Diagnose and repair grounded or out-of-service vehicles as quickly as reasonably possible.
- Research replacement parts, verify compatibility, and coordinate purchasing.
- Organize daily repair priorities based on safety, vehicle availability, and operational urgency.
- Move vehicles within the fleet parking area and perform road tests to verify completed repairs.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance workspace.
- Communicate vehicle repair status, parts requirements, and estimated completion times to management.
- Ensure vehicles are safe and mechanically sound before approving their return to service.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of professional automotive or fleet mechanic experience.
- Experience diagnosing and repairing commercial vans, preferably Ram ProMaster or Ford Transit.
- Demonstrated experience repairing Ram ProMaster sliding-door systems, including rollers, cables, latches, and alignment.
- Strong understanding of automotive electrical systems and diagnostic procedures.
- Ability to use multimeters, OBD-II diagnostic equipment, scan tools, and repair information systems.
- Knowledge of brake systems, suspension components, engine maintenance, cooling systems, and general mechanical repairs.
- Ability to independently troubleshoot problems and complete repairs without constant supervision.
- Ability to identify and order the correct replacement parts.
- At least two current ASE certifications in applicable automotive service categories (A1–A8 or G1).
- Valid California driver's license for moving and road-testing company vehicles.
- Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Strong organizational skills, reliability, and attention to detail.
- 21 or older
- Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record. Multiple recent violations will disqualify
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience maintaining commercial delivery fleets, including Amazon DSP fleets.
- Extensive Ram ProMaster and Ford Transit repair experience.
- Experience working in a dealership, commercial fleet shop, or independent automotive repair facility.
- ASE A6 Electrical/Electronic Systems or ASE A7 Heating and Air Conditioning certification.
- ASE Master Automobile Technician certification.
- Experience troubleshooting recurring mechanical issues on high-mileage commercial vans.
- Familiarity with electronic parking-brake service procedures, TPMS tools, and manufacturer-specific scan tools.
We are seeking an experienced professional who demonstrates the following qualities:
Independent Problem-Solving: You can evaluate a mechanical problem, determine its cause, and complete the appropriate repair without needing step-by-step instructions.
Technical Competence: You understand how automotive systems function and use proper diagnostic procedures rather than relying on guesswork.
Efficiency: You recognize that vehicle downtime affects daily operations and can complete repairs promptly while maintaining professional workmanship.
Initiative: You proactively inspect vehicles, identify potential failures, and address developing issues before they become major repairs.
Accountability: You take responsibility for your work, verify that repairs are completed correctly, and communicate any unresolved concerns.
Safety First: You never approve an unsafe vehicle for service and understand the importance of maintaining a reliable commercial fleet.
Organization: You manage repairs, parts, maintenance priorities, and documentation efficiently.
Compensation, Schedule & Benefits
- Hourly Pay: $30.00 per hour.
- Employment Type: Full-time, hourly position
- Work Schedule: Sunday through Thursday, 6:00 AM–2:00 PM.
- Location: Westchester / LAX area, Los Angeles, CA 90045.
- Schedule Flexibility: Work schedule may be adjusted based on future operational requirements.
- Medical, dental and vision
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off