Lead Mechanic

Lead Mechanic (Ground)

Immediate hiring! Mechanic Lead FULL‑TIME Opportunity in San Jose

Pay Range: $50.00 - $52.00 an hour (This rate applies to a 8‑hour shift)

We’re hiring a Mechanic Lead under the supervision of the Regional Fleet Manager. The Lead Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all company vehicles.

• Complete preventative maintenance service on all AMR vehicles.
• Knowledge of all phases of brake and electrical diagnosis and repair.
• Performs service, repairs and adjustments to all components of AMR vehicles, including engines, transmissions, differential units, generators and hydraulic and electrical systems, A/C and cooling system.
• Perform front end repairs.
• Provide accurate diagnosis of drivetrain.
• Perform maintenance and repair of gurneys.
• Collect mileage & input status in fleet software program.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures, including safety equipment, tool use and care, and record‑keeping.
• Must be willing to work a variety of shifts if necessary.
• Follow information systems security policies and procedures.
• Attend information systems security training when offered.
• Report information systems security problems.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• At least five years of fleet maintenance and repair experience.
• Previous shop management experience and working with outside vendors.
• Strong electrical diagnosis and repair background.
• Basic knowledge of diagnosis and repair of diesel and gas engines.
• Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to provide good customer service.
• California driver’s license and driving record in compliance with AMR policy regarding insurability.
• ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) & EVT (Emergency Vehicle Technician) certification preferred.
• Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, equipment, and standard practices used to maintain a fleet of vehicles in a safe manner.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions followed in heavy equipment repair shops.
• Ability to safely operate motor vehicles, an assortment of hand and power tools, and other work‑related equipment.
• Must have and maintain the required tools, including a roll‑away tool box.

• Occasionally lift or move items such as tools or vehicle parts weighing up to 75 pounds, either manually or with a dolly or forklift. Items may be carried up to 200 yards.
• Frequently lift and/or move items as described above.
• Constantly work in a shop environment in and around motor vehicles and equipment.

• Occasionally complex reading and writing, memorization, high math skills.
• Frequently simple reading and writing, problem solving, judgment, reasoning, decision making.
• Constantly analyzing, perception/computation, complex math skills; apply common sense to carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagram form.

• Occasionally repetitive tasks, high pressure.
• Frequently intense tasks.

• Occasionally facsimile, telephone.
• Frequently diagnostic tools, laptop.
• Constantly mechanic tools, shop equipment, lifts.

AMR is part of Global Medical Response’s family of solutions. Our teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in emergency and patient relocation services.

Learn more about our benefits—medical, vision, dental, 401(k), disability, FSA, HSA, EAP, vacation and paid time off—on our career site.

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.