Fleet Mechanic

Fleet Mechanic

Location: Hopkinton, MA
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: M-F, 6am-4pm

Pay Range: $70k-$85k

About Us:  

Riverside Services is a Visterra Landscape Group platform partner ranking among North America's top 30 landscape service providers. Collectively, Visterra partner companies bring more than 200 years of expert landscape maintenance, enhancement, construction, sweeping, portering and critical winter services with a reputation for excellence in client service. Incumbent partner leaders guide day-to-day operations with teams that value and prioritize safety, employee wellbeing and dynamic career pathways. 

Visterra is a back-to-back winner of Lawn & Landscape's coveted Best Places to Work in Landscaping and has earned consecutive safety awards from the National Association of Landscape Professionals. For more information, visit www.vlgllc.com.

Pay:  

Riverside Services offers competitive pay commensurate with experience in a similar position. The range for this position is $70,000 to $85,000 annually, but actual compensation will vary depending upon new hire experience and qualifications as well as internal equity.  

Role Overview: 

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Fleet Mechanic to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a variety of equipment, ranging from heavy construction machinery to small landscaping tools and vehicles. This individual must have their own tools, the ability to work independently, and strong organizational skills to prioritize and manage repairs effectively.

Key Responsibilities:  

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain:
  • Heavy construction equipment (loaders, skid steers, sweepers, etc.)
  • Small landscaping equipment (mowers, blowers, trimmers, etc.)
  • Company vehicles (trucks, trailers, etc.)
• Prioritize repairs and manage workload based on operational urgency and safety.
• Order parts and manage inventory to ensure timely and cost-effective repairs.
• Maintain accurate service records, work orders, and equipment history.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide occasional guidance to junior mechanics or operators on proper equipment use and maintenance.
• Proactively identify potential issues and recommend solutions to minimize downtime.

Requirements:  

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a mechanic (fleet, heavy equipment, or automotive).
• Strong diagnostic skills across gas, diesel, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Must provide own professional-grade tools.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Proficient in ordering parts and managing vendor relationships.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL preferred but not required.

Benefits: 

Visterra offers a challenging and rewarding working environment where employees are encouraged to develop and grow as professionals.  In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on projects that will expand your experience and challenge your abilities in the global marketplace.  The position also offers an excellent compensation package and a comprehensive suite of benefits. 

• Paid time off
• Health and wellness coverage
• 401(k) savings plan

The above description is intended to describe the general content, identify the essential functions, and set forth the requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. 

Visterra is an equal employment opportunity (EEO)/AA employer and strongly supports diversity in the workplace (m/f/d/v). We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.