Fleet Maintenance Technicians

Aspiring technicians obtain experience by completing on-the-job training, participating in an internship or an apprenticeship program, by receiving training in the military, or by earning a certificate or degree in automotive technology or a related field.

Technicians must have a variety of technical skills, including the ability to use diagnostic software. They also need knowledge of electronics, hydraulics, and pneumatic systems.

Successful fleet maintenance technicians need a variety of soft skills. For example, they must be good communicators in order to be able to work effectively as members of a team, write, or otherwise present reports about their work, and understand and follow directions from their supervisors. Other important traits include top-notch organizational and time-management skills, a detail-oriented personality, strong analytical and problem-solving ability, and a willingness to continue to learn throughout their careers. Technicians must be able to lift, push, and pull anywhere from 50 to 100 pounds (depending on the employer) in order to repair vehicles and equipment. They need good manual dexterity to effectively use hand tools and work with small parts.