Fleet Maintenance Specialist

Schneider National; Putnam (CT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company paid life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Incentive pay program above base pay

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Schneider National is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Specialist in Putnam, CT to assist drivers with equipment issues and coordinate diagnostics and repairs. You will respond to calls, diagnose breakdowns, review estimates, and manage work orders to keep fleets moving.

The role requires a technical diesel/auto background (preferred) and solid communication, with competitive hourly pay and benefits. This position is on-site in Putnam, CT.

Qualifications

• Technical degree in diesel technology preferred but not required.
• One plus years of diesel or automotive repair experience.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Respond to incoming calls and messages from drivers when they experience truck and trailer issues.
• Provide guidance and temporary solutions to drivers in accordance with DOT regulations.
• Diagnose equipment breakdowns and identify the best way to proceed.
• Review detailed repair estimates.
• Create and update work orders about the status of repairs and vendors.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

Diesel technology degree (preferred)

Job description

Job overview:

Schneider is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Specialist in Putnam, CT to assist drivers when they experience equipment issues and breakdowns. The Fleet Maintenance Specialist will determine the best solution to move forward and coordinate diagnostics and repairs for equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Respond to incoming calls and messages from drivers when they experience truck and trailer issues.
• Provide guidance and temporary solutions to drivers in accordance with DOT regulations.
• Diagnose equipment breakdowns and identify the best way to proceed.
• Review detailed repair estimates.
• Create and update work orders about the status of repairs and vendors.

Skills and qualifications:

• Technical degree in diesel technology preferred but not required.
• One plus years of diesel or automotive repair experience.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Pay and benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Company paid life insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Results-based incentive pay program where you can earn above and beyond your base pay.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Starting wages are $21.60 - $27.00 per hour based on experience.
  • Non-exempt U.S. office associates working weekend hours, receive a $2.00 per hour differential for hours worked. (Weekend hours worked between 9pm Friday – 5am Monday).
• See full list of Fleet Maintenance Support benefits.

Schneider's inclusive culture

Our history has taught us that treating everyone with dignity and respect is vital to our ongoing success. We embrace and seek out diversity that is inclusive of thought, race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, age, religion, sexual orientation, ability, medical condition, veteran or military status, experience and background. This diversity and openness ensures all associates have equal access to opportunities and resources to contribute fully to the organization's success, and it fuels innovation, improves strategic thinking and cultivates leadership. Any applicant may request a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by contacting their Recruiter, Human Resources Business Partner, and/or Human Resources Leave Administration.