Auto Technician Fleet Mechanic

LaPlante Home Services is looking for a highly skilled and reliable Auto Technician Fleet Mechanic. You'll be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and inspection of our fleet vehicles, ensuring they operate efficiently and meet safety standards. You'll work on a variety of vehicles and equipment, from light-duty trucks to specialized service vehicles.

The ideal candidate for this role must possess strong technical knowledge, problem-solving abilities, skillful hands, and good physical stamina. ASE Certified Mechanic & ME Sticker License is a strong plus.

Key Responsibilities :

• Inspect vehicles and equipment for needed repairs; perform minor repairs as required.
• Lubricate automotive and power driven equipment with the use of air pressure and lubrication tools.
• Drain and refill crankcases; inspect and fill gearboxes with lubricants; replace lubricant fittings; maintain lubrication records; maintain lubrication stock and replace as necessary.
• Inspect, charge, and replace batteries.
• Change and repair tires on light and heavy equipment.
• Wash and otherwise keep shop and equipment in clean and orderly condition.
• Make minor mechanical adjustments to automotive and other power-driven equipment.
• Maintain necessary records of time, materials, and parts used.
• All aspects of vehicle maintenance and repair such as : pack and replace wheel bearings, replace shock absorbers, fan belts, radiator hoses, and u-joints, perform general tune up and repair work on automobiles, inspect and adjust / replace necessary units and parts including cooling & fuel and exhaust components, etc.
• Repair and overhaul brakes, ignition systems, electrical systems, transmission, differentials, and hydraulic systems; inspect, repair, overhaul and assemble automotive electrical equipment such as generators, distributors, magnetos and starters.
• Perform inspections of automotive or mechanical equipment to determine repair needs of estimate cost of repairs; perform occasional metal work by cutting, welding other procedures.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Requirements :

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions :

Please note that LaPlante Home Services adheres to the regulations under the Americans with Disabilities Act. All physical requirements are with or without accommodation, and LaPlante Home Services is committed to working with employees and applicants who request reasonable accommodation to complete the essential functions of their role.

ABOUT LAPLANTE ELECTRIC INC.

We are a Maine-based family-run company that specializes in electrical services and installations including standby generators and ductless heat pump services. In 1974, Mike LaPlante started this business with only one pickup truck and his work ethic. Since 1974, technology has developed, and our team has grown. We provide quality services, but also value fairness, respect, and honesty. From 24 / 7 customer service to emergency night or weekend service, we want our clients to be happy. Every day we strive to exceed expectations and serve our community!

We recognize that relationships are a two-way street and that having happy and grateful team members is the way to bring world-class service to our customers. This is why we take care of our staff! For our amazing team, we offer an excellent benefits package, opportunities for advancement, and a fun, engaging work environment.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM

In addition to great pay and our positive culture, we offer the following benefits and perks :