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Job Description
Fleet Technician
Merritt Island, FL 32953
Posted:
06/10/2026
Employment Type:
Contract
Job Number:
31912
Job Location:
Onsite
Industry:
AERO - Aerospace
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:
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 wver help is needed—from operating a forklift to keeping work areas clean and organized.
Job 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.
Job Qualifications:
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.
Nice To Have:
Current forklift operator certification.
Prior experience in a fleet, automotive, warehouse, or maintenance shop environment.
Job Details:
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.
Benefits Package:
Protingent offerspetitive salaries, insurance plan options (HDHP plan or POS plan), education/certification reimbursement, pre-taxmuter benefits, Paid Time Off (PTO), and an administered 401k plan.
