Diesel Mechanic I

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Fleet Mechanic to ensure the optimal performance of their vehicle fleet. This role involves performing maintenance and repairs on gasoline engines, electric pallet jacks, and forklifts. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, safety-minded, and possess excellent communication skills. You will be responsible for conducting preventative maintenance, overseeing diagnostic tests, and maintaining accurate work logs. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the efficiency and safety of operations, while enjoying a flexible schedule and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years experience in fleet operations.
• Ability to lift approximately 50 lbs repeatedly.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct preventative maintenance on vehicles and machinery.
• Examine machines to determine functionality problems.
• Maintain work logs and repair records.

Skills

Fleet operations experience

Dependability

Safety minded

Detail oriented

Excellent communication skills

Tools

Pallet jack

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Huntsville, AL

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

The Fleet Mechanic’s primary function is to provide maintenance and repairs to all company vehicles and equipment. Vehicles include gasoline engines, electric pallet jacks and forklifts.

Accountabilities:

• Examine machines and oversee diagnostic tests to determine functionality problems
• Conduct preventative maintenance, as scheduled, on machinery, systems, and automotive vehicles
• Repair and install major components
• Service & repair brakes
• Repair & replace tires
• Maintain work logs, repairs, and maintenance records
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Two to four years of experience in fleet operations
• Must be a self-starter, dependable, safety minded, detail oriented and organized with processes and paperwork
• Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines
• Ability to lift approximately 50 lbs. on a repetitive basis from ground level and overhead.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, demanding environment
• Ability to bend, kneel, stand, lift and perform physical labor for multiple hours at a time
• Ability to operate and maneuver a pallet jack with a weight load of approximately 2500 lbs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with sound customer service skills
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to include some daily overtime, holidays, evenings and weekends
• Valid driver’s license and excellent driving record are required
• Must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen
• Class A CDL preferred but not required
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical if the candidate is a CDL driver