ROLE OVERVIEW
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Gen Oil is looking for a hands-on Fleet & Equipment Services Technician to maintain our transportation fleet and service customer-owned fuel and DEF equipment across Southeast Michigan. You'll split your time between the shop, customer sites, and the road — diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, and fuel-handling systems, keeping service vans stocked and road-ready, and being the technical point of contact customers can count on.
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WHAT YOU'LL DO
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Fleet & Equipment Maintenance
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- Manage and perform preventive maintenance and repairs on company vehicles, tanks, pumps, DEF equipment, and more with a high degree of independence.
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- Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and fuel-system failures; disassemble, repair, and reassemble parts as needed.
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- Serve as primary technician for incoming commercial equipment service, maintenance, and new equipment prep.
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- Keep the refueling fleet and service vans clean, organized, and properly stocked as required.
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Customer & Field Support
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- Build and maintain relationships with commercial customers on-site, responding to equipment issues with parts on hand and authority to repair or replace in the field.
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- Safely deliver bulk DEF, oil, case goods, fuel tanks, and other fuel-related products, including trailer-towed loads in support of the Operations Team as required.
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- Respond to and help remediate spills in coordination with the safety team.
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Warehouse & Logistics
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- Manage equipment inventory and maintain accurate fleet maintenance records.
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- Keep the yard and warehouse clean, organized, and safe; propose improvements to layout and workflow.
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- Coordinate case goods logistics and delivery documentation with office staff.
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Safety, Documentation & Systems
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- Follow all local, state, and federal safety and compliance standards in every service and delivery task.
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- Track projects and service tickets in MaintainX, Fleet Panda and other related software as required.
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WHAT YOU BRING
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Required
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- 2+ years of hands-on experience in fleet maintenance, diesel/mechanical repair, industrial equipment service, or a closely related trade.
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- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; must obtain and maintain a chauffeur's license.
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- Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and fluid/fuel systems, with the ability to diagnose intermittent and moderately complex issues.
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- Comfortable towing trailers and operating commercial-style service vehicles.
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- Proficiency with basic computer tools (Google Workspace or similar) for records, tickets, and reporting.
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- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple open jobs at once with minimal supervision.
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Preferred
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- Commercial Driver's License (CDL), or willingness to obtain one within an agreed timeframe.
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- Experience with DEF systems, fuel management systems, or petroleum/downstream distribution equipment.
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- Familiarity with CMMS/maintenance software such as MaintainX or Fleet Panda.
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- Prior customer-facing field service experience.
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- A history of innovation and development of systems improvement.
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- A history of experience working on commercial motor vehicles. This position does not require a certified diesel mechanic, but rather a lube tech and ability to troubleshoot and diagnose is key.
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Physical Requirements
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- Regularly lift and carry up to 50 lbs; occasionally up to 75 lbs with assistance.
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- Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions and in warehouse/yard environments.
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- Able to bend, kneel, climb, and work in confined spaces around vehicles and equipment.
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SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION
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This is a full-time role based out of our Clawson, MI headquarters. Gen Oil operates in a 24/7/365 industry. Competitive pay based on experience.
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Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision,401(k) and Profit Sharing, PTO, Boot Allowance
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ABOUT GEN OIL
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Gen Oil is a family-owned, rapidly growing fuel distribution company serving government, commercial, industrial, and wholesale customers across Michigan and the continental United States, with roots in the industry dating back to the 1950s. We promote from within and encourage every team member to grow across the business — this role can be a strong entry point into equipment services, fleet operations, or field leadership. Gen Oil is an equal opportunity employer.