Fleet Maintenance Pro: Diesel & Heavy Equipment

Unified Prince; Illinois; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Compensation

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Bonus Program

Team Meetings

Team Activities

Community Service Day

Company Culture

Job summary

Prince Service & Manufacturing is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on fleet vehicles and mobile equipment. You will help minimize downtime, maintain safety compliance, and keep fleet assets in top condition in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently, with experience in automotive and heavy equipment repair.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of automotive and heavy equipment repair and maintenance.
• Understanding of tools, materials, and supplies used in fleet maintenance.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and with multiple departments.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience as a fleet mechanic, automotive mechanic, or heavy equipment mechanic preferred.
• Technical or vocational training in automotive or diesel technology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventative maintenance and repairs on fleet vehicles and mobile equipment, including forklifts, boom trucks, man lifts, service trucks, portable welders, generators, and related equipment.
• Service gas and diesel engines, including oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks, tire repair/replacement, and brake service.
• Maintain and repair forklifts ranging from 5,000 lb to 80,000 lb capacity.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues and perform necessary repairs.
• Order service and repair parts for fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Assist plant and facilities personnel with maintaining service equipment as needed.
• Maintain organized fleet maintenance building, tools, and work areas.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other heavy equipment as required.
• Communicate equipment status, repair needs, and timelines to management and internal customers.
• Complete maintenance documentation and service records accurately
• Assist other departments as needed.
• Assist and train laborers as assigned.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Keeps equipment operational by completing preventative maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Performs all tasks in a safe and responsible manner.
• Utilizes and abides by all safety procedures.
• Willing to perform other manufacturing tasks as directed and when needed.
• Complies with all quality policies, specifications, regulations, and instructions.
• Other duties as assigned by Management.

Skills

Automotive repair

Heavy equipment repair

Troubleshooting

Diagnostic skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical or vocational training in automotive or diesel technology

Job description

Prince Service & Manufacturing is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on fleet vehicles and mobile equipment. You will help minimize downtime, maintain safety compliance, and keep fleet assets in top condition in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently, with experience in automotive and heavy equipment repair.