What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fleet Technician position at Protingent?
Job Description
Job Title: Fleet Technician
Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Fleet Technician with our client located in Merritt Island, FL.
Job Description:
About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.
Job Title: Fleet Technician
Position Description: Protingent Staffing has an exciting contract Fleet Technician with our client located in Merritt Island, FL.
Job Description:
- This role provides hands-on support to our fleet maintenance and operations team, performing a wide range of tasks that keep vehicles, equipment, and the shop in safe, ready-to-work condition.
- The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-minded, and willing to jump in wherever help is needed—from operating a forklift to keeping work areas clean and organized.
- Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to move parts, materials, vehicles, and equipment safely throughout the shop and yard.
- Support fleet mechanics and technicians with general tasks, including staging parts, retrieving tools, and assisting with vehicle and equipment maintenance.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, including sweeping, removing debris, and disposing of waste and recyclables properly.
- Receive, unload, stock, and organize parts, supplies, and materials.
- Perform basic vehicle and equipment checks such as fluid levels, tire pressure, and visual inspections.
- Assist with moving and positioning vehicles, trailers, and equipment within the facility.
- Maintain shop equipment and tools, reporting damaged or malfunctioning items to supervisors.
- Support inventory counts and help track parts and consumables.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support fleet, shop, and site operations.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Ability to safely operate a forklift (certification required upon hire).
- Ability to operate scissor lifts and boom lifts (certification required upon hire).
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs and to stand, walk, bend, and work on your feet for extended periods.
- Willingness to perform a wide variety of tasks, including general cleanup and labor.
- Strong reliability, attention to detail, and a safety-first mindset.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and work well as part of a team.
- Current forklift operator certification.
- Prior experience in a fleet, automotive, warehouse, or maintenance shop environment.
- Job Type: Contract
- Pay Range: TBD
- Location: Merritt Island, FL (Onsite).
- ITAR obligations are associated with this role, U.S. citizenship, U.S. legal permanent resident status, or protected person status under 8 U.S.C.
- 1324b(a) (1), (3) is required.
About Protingent: Protingent is an Award-Winning provider of top-tier Engineering and IT talent, trusted by companies at the forefront of innovation — from Software and Aerospace to AI, Clean Tech, Medical Devices, and Connected Technologies. We’re passionate about making a positive impact by connecting exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities and helping our clients build the future.