What are the responsibilities and job description for the City Rise Safety: Fleet Service Technician position at City Rise Safety?
Job Title: Fleet Service Technician
Reports To: Fleet Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time / Non-Exempt
Salary Range: $28.00-$32.00/ hour
Location: Fremont, CA
City Rise Safety
About Us
We are a well-established and growing company offering a competitive salary and great benefits package for the right candidate. We service all California from multiple locations. We provide high quality traffic control safety services to construction job sites, such as Flagging traffic through a work site, setting up and monitoring Lane Closures to divert traffic, or Detouring traffic to reduce traffic congestion and prevent accidents. We serve the needs of varied industries and are focused on maintaining a safe work environment for the construction crew, our employees, and the public. Our focus is Safety, so our customers can focus on their jobs.
Position Summary
The Fleet Service Technician is responsible for maintaining, inspecting, and repairing company vehicles and traffic control equipment to support safe and efficient operations. This position reports to the Fleet Manager in our Fremont location and works closely with Fleet Mechanics to support ongoing maintenance needs. Occasional travel throughout the Northern California service territory is required.
The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and able to work independently while managing multiple priorities. This role is best suited for someone with experience in general fleet preventative maintenance (preferred), along with familiarity using standard shop tools and diagnostic equipment. This role is essential in ensuring fleet assets remain operational, compliant, and ready to support field operations.
Key Responsibilities
Reports To: Fleet Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time / Non-Exempt
Salary Range: $28.00-$32.00/ hour
Location: Fremont, CA
City Rise Safety
About Us
We are a well-established and growing company offering a competitive salary and great benefits package for the right candidate. We service all California from multiple locations. We provide high quality traffic control safety services to construction job sites, such as Flagging traffic through a work site, setting up and monitoring Lane Closures to divert traffic, or Detouring traffic to reduce traffic congestion and prevent accidents. We serve the needs of varied industries and are focused on maintaining a safe work environment for the construction crew, our employees, and the public. Our focus is Safety, so our customers can focus on their jobs.
Position Summary
The Fleet Service Technician is responsible for maintaining, inspecting, and repairing company vehicles and traffic control equipment to support safe and efficient operations. This position reports to the Fleet Manager in our Fremont location and works closely with Fleet Mechanics to support ongoing maintenance needs. Occasional travel throughout the Northern California service territory is required.
The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and able to work independently while managing multiple priorities. This role is best suited for someone with experience in general fleet preventative maintenance (preferred), along with familiarity using standard shop tools and diagnostic equipment. This role is essential in ensuring fleet assets remain operational, compliant, and ready to support field operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine vehicle maintenance, including oil changes, filter replacements, and fluid services
- Conduct vehicle inspections, including 40-point safety checks
- Inspect, service, and replace brake systems and tires
- Perform basic diagnostics and minor vehicle repairs
- Troubleshoot mechanical issues and identify appropriate solutions
- Create, track, and complete routine maintenance work orders using fleet maintenance technology
- Maintain accurate service records and documentation
- Manage inventory of parts and supplies
- Assist with purchasing parts and materials as directed
- Support maintenance and basic repair of traffic control equipment (as needed)
- Positive, can-do attitude and strong work ethic
- Professionalism and reliability
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to provide excellent customer service
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, high-demand environment
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a vehicle service technician or similar role
- Valid California Driver’s License with a clean driving record
- Strong organizational skills
- Proficiency with computers, including Excel, Outlook, and fleet management software
- Experience using diagnostic scanners preferred
- SAE certifications preferred but not required
- Experience with traffic control equipment (PCMS boards, light towers, arrow boards) is a plus but not required
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required
- Lifting up to 50-75lbs
- Sitting for extended periods while driving
- Ability to perform frequent lifting, bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching throughout the workday
- Competitive pay based on experience.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays.
- Chiropractic and Acupuncture.
- Flexible Spending Account
- Company paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Travel reimbursement.
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training.
Salary : $28 - $32