Diesel Fleet Technician ASE Master Certified Bonus Eligible

FedEx Freight; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ASE Master premium

Tool reimbursement

Shift differential

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

FedEx Freight in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Mechanic/Technician to maintain and repair our diesel fleet, including tractors, trailers, and forklifts. Candidates use heavy equipment experience or diesel mechanic education to perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs.

Starting pay is $30.70 per hour with additional ASE certification bonuses and tool allowances. This role requires safety-conscious, hands-on work and the ability to operate manuals and automatics, with opportunities

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or GED), preferred
• Must have one (1) year experience performing vehicle maintenance or either possess (or be within sixty (60) days of obtaining) a vehicle maintenance certificate from an accredited vocation/trade school or completion of the FedEx Freight, Inc. Apprentice Program with satisfactory performance.
• One or more Medium/Heavy Truck ASE Certifications and Class A CDL preferred
• Must possess necessary tools to perform assigned tasks
• Valid driver’s license may be required depending on work assignment
• Knowledge of the use and operation of testing equipment, gauges and tools associated with vehicle troubleshooting and repairs
• Basic computer skills including maintenance programs, and diagnostic systems
• Basic knowledge of gas and diesel engines
• Familiarity with precision measurement instruments, oxygen/acetylene equipment, and lifting devices (bottle, floor, wheel, or transmission jacks, floor cranes, etc.) preferred.
• Able to frequently lift components weighing approximately 110 pounds with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person
• Ability to safely operate vehicles equipped with manual and automatic transmission
• Ability to enter and exit driver’s compartment of truck and/or behind cab using normally available foot and handholds
• Paint and body work experience preferred
• Ability to work independently and/or as a team member
• Basic written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Performs preventative and routine maintenance on tractors, trailers, forklifts, and other equipment
• Performs basic diagnostics to identify source of trouble and makes necessary adjustments to equipment for safe and efficient operation
• Works with other technicians in performing preventative maintenance and repairs
• Ensures proper and accurate documentation of all maintenance performed, completes reports in writing and electronically
• Performs safety inspections of equipment and documents the work
• Performs paint and body work on vehicles, as required
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
• Perform other duties as required

Skills

Diesel truck knowledge

Diagnostic skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vehicle maintenance certificate or FedEx Apprentice Program

ASE Certifications (Medium/Heavy Truck)

Class A CDL preferred

Tools

Testing equipment and gauges

Diagnostic systems knowledge

Gas and diesel engine knowledge

Job description

FedEx Freight in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Mechanic/Technician to maintain and repair our diesel fleet, including tractors, trailers, and forklifts. Candidates use heavy equipment experience or diesel mechanic education to perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs.

Starting pay is $30.70 per hour with additional ASE certification bonuses and tool allowances. This role requires safety-conscious, hands-on work and the ability to operate manuals and automatics, with opportunities