Fleet Assistant

United Power is currently accepting applications for a job opening in the Mechanics garage.

High School students are encouraged to apply.

Hours: Monday - Thursday, 4-5 hours per day, starting time is negotiable between 12:00pm - 4:00pm.

Status: Part Time-Temporary employment

Projected Hiring Rate of Pay: between $21.17 - $24.34 per hour, for a maximum of 20 hours per week.

Position Purpose and Objectives:

The Fleet Assistant works under the direct supervision of the Fleet and Warehouse Manager performing various duties in the garage.

Essential Job Functions Fleet:

• Drives company trucks and cars from one garage to another on a daily basis so vehicles may be washed or repaired.
• Washes and cleans the interior and exterior of designated vehicles daily.
• Frequently cleans the garage and shop areas.
• Must be able to react to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.
• Performs other duties as may be requested or assigned to meet the needs of United Power in the interest of good management practice.
• Creates, expands and maintains professional and productive working relationships with peers and stakeholders. Works collaboratively with colleagues and fosters a spirit of cooperation and inclusion in the workplace.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

• Currently enrolled High School student with experience or studies in fleet or facility maintenance; may also be a high school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Must have the ability to speak, read and write the English language legibly.
• Must be at least 16 years of age with a valid Colorado driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Ability to drive vehicles with a standard transmission.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Knows, understands and applies all OSHA regulations and safety rules necessary to perform the job.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle repair maintenance operations and repairs.
• Knowledge of the precautions in using air tools and tire breakers, and familiarity with mechanical equipment is important.
• Must have the ability to follow instructions and do moderate lifting.

Supervisory Duties:

No Supervisory Duties. Under the direct supervision of the Fleet and Warehouse Manager. Work assignments are under the direction of the Vehicle Maintenance Foreman, Mechanics, Facilities Manager, and/or Facilities Technicians.

Essential Physical and Mental Demands:

• Seventy-five percent (75%) of the time each day is spent walking, twenty percent (20%) standing, and five percent (5%) sitting while driving a vehicle.
• The Fleet Assistant will frequently lift and carry approximately 50 lbs. Pushing and pulling 100 lbs. is done occasionally.
• Operating controls is done frequently when driving a vehicle and operating a forklift.
• Balancing is done constantly while walking and standing. Handling is done constantly. Stooping, kneeling and reaching are done frequently.
• Talking and hearing normal conversation is necessary occasionally when communicating with vendors and other employees.
• Seeing “near” and “far” are equally important when operating machines and driving a vehicle. Depth perception, accommodation and field of vision are all necessary to do a variety of work.
• The mental abilities that are needed constantly for this job are alertness, precision, spatial perception, auditory discrimination, speaking ability, memory, concentration, judgment, reasoning, and visual discrimination. The job may occasionally require ingenuity, patience, and writing ability.

Working Conditions:

Seventy-five percent (75%) of a Fleet Assistant time is spent inside. The other twenty-five percent (25%) is spent outside exposed to all weather conditions. When working in the garage, the Fleet Assistant may be exposed to gas fumes and various odors from oil, cleaning solvents, etc. Noise level is estimated to be 70-90 decibels for approximately one hour each workday.

Department: Procurement FLSA Status: Temporary Non-Exempt Grade: 11 Updated: April 2025

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes an employee retirement plan, 401K with match, paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance. For a full list of benefits, please visit our careers page at https://www.unitedpower

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Not to discriminate on the basis of Race/Color/Creed/Religion/Sex(including Gender Identity, Pregnancy, Sexual Orientation)/Marital Status/ Age (40 or older)/National Origin /Veteran or Military Status/Disability/Medical Condition/ Unemployment Status or any other characteristics prohibited by Federal, State and/or local laws.

Pre-Employment Screening Notice: This position is subject to pre-employment drug screening, consistent with Colorado law and federal regulations. Applicants should be aware that a positive drug test—including for marijuana—may disqualify them from employment, as permitted under Colorado law. Additional information about our drug-testing policy will be provided during the hiring process.