Asset/Vehicle Maintenance Tech

Southern Ice Cream Corp.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Job summary

Southern Ice Cream Corp. is hiring an Asset Maintenance Technician to deliver and pick up company equipment, perform basic on-site repairs, and support preventive maintenance. This hands-on role is customer-facing and involves safe equipment handling and accurate documentation.

Responsibilities include field travel to customer sites and warehouse work, plus operating a forklift and pallet jack, with emphasis on safety and quality. Prior experience with Samsara and basic Excel skills is preferred.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to operate a forklift and powered pallet jack.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort with hand tools; minor repairs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver, set up, and pick up equipment at customer locations.
• Perform minor on-site repairs/adjustments (gaskets, hinges, lights, etc.).
• Complete preventive maintenance and prepare equipment for redeployment.
• Support vehicle PM and readiness checks; pre/post-trip inspections.
• Use Samsara for routing/telematics and track assets; document service notes in Excel.

Skills

Forklift operation

Hand tools proficiency

Ability to lift 75 lbs

Samsara experience

Excel familiarity

Tools

Samsara

Excel

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Paid time off

Summary

Southern Ice Cream is hiring an Asset Maintenance Technician to deliver and pick up company equipment (freezers and related assets), perform minor on-site repairs, complete preventive maintenance, and support basic vehicle upkeep. This role is hands-on, customer-facing, and requires safe equipment handling and accurate documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver, set up, and pick up company-owned equipment at customer locations.
• Perform minor on-site repairs/adjustments (gaskets, hinges/handles, casters, lights, cords, leveling, basic cleaning/inspections).
• Complete preventive maintenance on assets and prepare equipment for redeployment (inspect, clean, stage, document).
• Support minor vehicle PM and readiness checks (pre/post-trip inspections, lights/wipers, fluid checks per policy, cleanliness, report issues).
• Use Samsara for routing/telematics and communication, track assets, deliveries, and service notes in Excel.
• Operate forklift and powered pallet jack safely; assist with loading/unloading and shop organization.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to operate a forklift and powered pallet jack (certified or able to obtain quickly).
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort with hand tools; ability to perform minor repairs.
• Working knowledge of Samsara (or similar) and basic Excel skills.
• Able to lift/move up to 75 lbs with assistance/tools; frequent bending, pushing/pulling, and field travel.

Preferred

• Experience with commercial freezers/refrigerated equipment, route delivery, or field service.
• Forklift/pallet jack certification; DOT medical card if required for vehicle class.

Schedule/Environment

• Full-time; field travel to customer sites plus warehouse/shop work. Occasional overtime/weekend coverage as needed.