Branch Fleet Technician

Badger Daylighting Corp; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in Baltimore is seeking a Branch Fleet Technician. The successful candidate will maintain diesel equipment through inspections, repairs, and preventive maintenance. Responsibilities include conducting safety checks, managing work orders, and ensuring fleet reliability. Ideal candidates will possess a High School Diploma and a Heavy Duty Technician license, with knowledge of diagnostics and DOT compliance. Your expertise will contribute to the operational success of the organization. Starting compensation is $39.60 and may vary based on experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and Heavy Duty Technician license required.
• Driver’s License; Class B CDL preferred.
• Ability to lift or move objects weighing 25 to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection, diagnosis, and repair of vehicles and equipment.
• Conduct safety checks on trucks.
• Maintain the Hydrovac Fleet and perform preventive maintenance.

Skills

Knowledge of electronic diagnostics

Experience with Peterbilt and Western Star chassis

Experience with troubleshooting Hydrovac equipment

Knowledge of DOT compliance and safety regulations

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma

Licensed Heavy Duty Technician

Job description

The Branch Fleet Technician will be responsible for maintaining diesel equipment and hydrovac operation by performing inspections, preventive maintenance, and necessary adjustments and alignments. Corrects vehicle deficiencies and keeps accurate records with guidance and direction. Manages work orders in Fleetio to ensure comprehensive documentation and tracking. This role is crucial for ensuring the reliability and efficiency of diesel equipment, ultimately supporting the overall operational success of the organization.

The compensation for this role will be commensurate based on education and/or experience. Starting at $39.60.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Performs inspection, diagnosis and repair of assigned vehicles and equipment and preventative maintenance such as oil changes and greasing of trucks
• Conducts safety checks on trucks
• Maintains a clear line of communication to the Branch Manager and Regional Fleet Staff and other staff in the maintenance department
• Keeps the Hydrovac Fleet operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications
• Occasionally may perform service calls for emergency breakdowns
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate/OSHA Standards and performs all work in accordance with established procedures

What We're Looking For:

• Education: High School Diploma
• Licensed Heavy Duty Technician
• Driver’s License required; Class B CDL license is preferred
• Demands include frequent sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, bending, lifting, and reaching. Employees must also crawl under vehicles, climb ladders, work in tight spaces, stand or kneel on cement floors, and regularly lift or move heavy objects such as tires, rims, and brake drums.
• Regularly required to lift or move objects weighing 25 to 50 lbs, with moderate grasping, lifting, pushing, and pulling of these objects
• Work may require more than 40 hours per week

What You'll Need For Success:

• Some knowledge with electronic diagnostics
• Experience with Peterbilt and Western Star chassis a plus
• Experience with troubleshooting Hydrovac equipment a plus
• Knowledge of DOT compliance, laws, rules, regulations, and safety is helpful
• Computer literate: Fleetio (our fleet services technology,) Microsoft, Outlook, and Excel
• Will be required to provide your own standard tools; all specialty tools will be provided

If you feel you don't have the experience listed above, but still think you are qualified for the job, we encourage you to apply for consideration.