Fleet Mechanic

Lifetime Assistance – Fleet Mechanic

Make an Impact. Create Joy. Shape the Future.

At Lifetime Assistance, our mission is to foster independence, dignity, and respect for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Working with us goes beyond just a job—it’s a chance to transform lives, including your own.

Position Overview

Job Title: Mechanic

Location: Rochester, NY, 14624

Department: Transportation

Reports To: Fleet Coordinator

Employment Type: Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $21.55 - $23.50 per hour

Why You Should Work for Lifetime Assistance?

• No-Premium Health Insurance: Access comprehensive healthcare without added cost.
• Education Support: Tuition assistance, scholarships — 50% off tuition for two courses per semester plus up to $3,000 scholarship per semester — plus micro-credential stipends up to $750 and SUNY partnerships.
• Paid Training & Coaching: Receive hands-on onboarding with a Success Coach, immersive learning, e-learning, and ongoing paid training.
• Career Growth: Clear pathways to advancement, leadership training, and coaching support.
• Work-Life Harmony: Generous paid time off and supportive scheduling.
• Join a Caring Culture: Be part of a compassionate, mission-driven team that values every person — both those we support and our employees alike.
  
  

Your Core Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled maintenance and repairs on agency vehicles.
• Complete all required documentation for each repair job.
• Develop and follow maintenance schedules based on mileage and time intervals.
• Maintain and secure all shop tools and the maintenance facility.
• Drive transportation routes as assigned by the Transportation Director or designee.
• Attend and maintain certifications in required training, including First Aid/CPR and C-Pat.
  
  

What You Bring

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as an automotive mechanic.
• Ability to perform all essential duties satisfactorily.
• May require a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Must meet Lifetime Assistance’s Vehicle Operator Requirements.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to safety and quality service.
  
  

Our Mission & Culture

• Mission-Driven Work: Empowering individuals to live with independence and purpose—here, your work truly matters.
• Inclusive & Supportive: A workplace built on respect, dignity, and a shared vision of inclusion.
• Community Impact: Join efforts that reflect Lifetime Assistance’s dedication to community partnerships and enhanced quality of life for all.
  
  

Are You Ready to Begin?

If you’re a compassionate leader ready to take the next step in your human services career, apply today and join us in building lives of independence—one person at a time.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lifetime Assistance is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to inclusive hiring practices without regard to race, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

“I am part of something bigger… Being a Lifetime Assistance employee means everything to me.”

— Kimberly C, Family Coordinator of Community Services, celebrating her 30th year with us