General Mechanic in Lakewood, Washington at LEHR - California

Join LEHR – Build Vehicles That Support First Responders

LEHR is the nation’s premier provider of mission-critical vehicle upfitting solutions, serving police, fire, utility, and other essential fleets. Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, and we are looking for motivated individuals ready to grow with us.

Our Lakewood location is a Ford QVM automotive "up-fitter" and maintenance facility dedicated to serving police and fire fleets. We are seeking an experienced General Mechanic with diagnostic/electrical skills (to include OBD1/OBD2/CAN diagnostic tools) to join our team! Responsibilities include general repairs, brakes, tires, suspension and technical systems on all make/models of police fleet vehicles/fire trucks, command rigs and ambulances. 12V Electrical experience is a plus as all vehicles will have after-market equipment/ lighting installed. Mechanics do light repair work for emergency lighting such as light head replacement, speaker replacement, post collision replacement to push bumpers and equipment removal.

Responsibilities:

· Provide general vehicle repairs (brakes, tires, suspension and technical systems, etc.)

· Provide 12V electrical such as light head replacement, speaker replacement, post collision replacement to push bumpers and equipment removal

· Troubleshoot and interpret manufacturers drawings

· Diagnose using diagnostic equipment

· * EVT certification will be required within 12 months of hire (we will help with prep)

Qualifications:

Required:

• Must be able to read manufacturer's drawings and manuals
• Must have basic computer and internet literacy
• Knowledgeable and experienced operating hand, power, and shop tools
• Keep shop equipment operating (maintain, troubleshoot, repair, etc.)
• Ability to drive manual transmission vehicles
• Use computer diagnostic equipment
• Must have own tools
• Must respect and work positively with first responders and law enforcement
• Must be detail oriented with strong work ethic
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and work in/around vehicles

Preferred:

• ASE Certification
• Experience with 12V electrical systems

Compensation and Benefits:

• $23-$28 per hour based on experience
• Performance and productivity bonuses following the training period
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Ongoing training and career growth opportunities

Schedule: Monday to Friday

7am-3:30pm

Work Location: 2520 112th Street, South
Lakewood, WA 98499

Equal Opportunity Employer: LEHR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.