Branch Fleet Technician

Badger Infrastructure Solutions; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Badger Infrastructure Solutions in Chicago, IL seeks a Branch Fleet Technician to maintain diesel equipment and hydrovac operations, perform inspections, and carry out preventive maintenance per instructions. You’ll manage work orders in Fleetio and ensure accurate documentation and reliability of fleet assets.

The role requires a High School Diploma, a Licensed Heavy Duty Technician credential, and a valid driver's license (Class B CDL preferred).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Licensed Heavy Duty Technician required.
• Driver’s license; Class B CDL preferred.
• Frequent lifting and exposure to physically demanding work.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, diagnoses and repairs vehicles and equipment; performs preventive maintenance.
• Conducts safety checks on trucks and maintains records in Fleetio.
• Keeps Hydrovac fleet operating by following procedures and troubleshooting breakdowns.
• Coordinates with Branch Manager and regional staff as needed.
• Responds to occasional emergency service calls.

Skills

Electronic diagnostics

Driver's license

Safety compliance

Communication

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma

Licensed Heavy Duty Technician

Tools

Fleetio

Microsoft

Outlook

Excel

Job description

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.

$69.00 per hour and up based on experience with many opportunities for pay increases and career advancement!

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

Responsibilities

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.

$69.00 per hour and up based on experience with many opportunities for pay increases and career advancement!

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