Diesel Fleet Technician (ASE / Tuition Reimb.)

FedEx Freight; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ASE Master Certification bonus

Tool reimbursement

Shift differential

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

FedEx Freight is seeking a Mechanic/Technician to maintain and repair our diesel fleet including tractors, trailers, forklifts and related equipment. The role requires heavy equipment experience or diesel mechanic education, with emphasis on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs.

Starting pay is $32.36 per hour, with potential pay up to $35.58 and benefits such as tool reimbursement, ASE certification incentives, and tuition assistance.

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

Vehicle maintenance experience

Basic math and measurement

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Apprentice Program / vehicle maintenance certificate within 60 days

Tools

Medium/Heavy Truck ASE Certifications

Class A CDL

Personal tools

Job description

FedEx Freight is seeking a Mechanic/Technician to maintain and repair our diesel fleet including tractors, trailers, forklifts and related equipment. The role requires heavy equipment experience or diesel mechanic education, with emphasis on preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs.

Starting pay is $32.36 per hour, with potential pay up to $35.58 and benefits such as tool reimbursement, ASE certification incentives, and tuition assistance.