Fleet Technician

Job Title: Fleet Technician Location: Merritt Island, FL. Job Type: Contract Hours: 40/week Pay Rate: $34.16 - $36.43/hr Shifts: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Shift are available 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. Responsibilities 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. Qualifications Work is performed in a shop, warehouse, and outdoor yard environment with exposure to varying temperatures, noise, dust, and fumes. Requires frequent standing, walking, lifting, bending, and operating equipment. Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE). 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. Preferred Qualifications Current forklift operator certification. Prior experience in a fleet, automotive, warehouse, or maintenance shop environment. Benefits Belcan provides a competitive pay and benefits package. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law. Equal Opportunity Employer Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr