Fleet Maintenance Technician

Charlie's Produce; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading produce company in Anchorage, Alaska, is looking for a Fleet Maintenance Manager to oversee maintenance and repairs of fleet vehicles. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of relevant experience, strong mechanical skills, and knowledge of safety practices. Responsibilities include managing maintenance schedules, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. This is a safety-sensitive position that requires a clean driving record and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of fleet and material handling equipment experience.
• Understanding of diesel and gas engine mechanics.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Knowledge of safety practices and DOT regulations.
• Experience with Fleet Management Information Systems (Manager+).
• Strong attention to detail and leadership ability.

Responsibilities

• Oversee fleet maintenance and repairs.
• Identify and address fleet maintenance issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Reviews invoices and ensures proper vendor relations and safety compliance.
• Coordinates with drivers and vendors; supervises shop staff.
• Ensures conformance with vehicle makers’ service recommendations and DOT rules.

Skills

Fleet maintenance expertise

Mechanical skills

Knowledge of safety practices

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting ability

Planning skills

Troubleshooting

Multitasking

English instructions

Attention to detail

Education

EPA 608/609 certifications

ASE certifications

Class A or B commercial driver's license

Tools

Fleet Management Information System (Manager+)

Forklift

Job description

Overview

Job Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Serves as subject matter expert on fleet maintenance and repairs.
• Identify fleet maintenance issues or trends; anticipate problems and implement solutions.
• Plans, schedules, and prioritizes fleet maintenance activities.
• Provides aid, as needed, when troubles arise on the road – finds qualified service to repair downed vehicle, obtains competitive bids for repairs, body work, etc.
• Work with drivers to enable them to operate specialized equipment properly.
• Reviews work orders and purchase orders for accuracy.
• Review invoices for approval process and proper asset allocation.
• Occasional travel to pick up parts or meet with vendors.
• Ensure conformance with vehicle manufactures service recommendations and bulletins.
• Ensure proper working conditions and shop and vehicle safety practices are followed.
• Purchases of shop equipment.
• File warranty claims, warranty logs
• Maintain parts department, inventory levels to company standards.
• Comply with all OSHA and DOT regulations.
• Research and develop parts and repairs for fleet.
• Other project as requested by the management team.
• Other Duties as assigned

Qualifications

Desired Minimum Qualifications

• 5 years fleet and material handling equipment experience.
• 5 years of mechanical experience.
• Knowledge of methods, techniques and procedures involved in maintenance repairs and replacement.
• Considerable knowledge of safety practices and techniques in mechanics; considerable knowledge of diesel and gas engine mechanics; considerable knowledge of vehicle make-up.
• Knowledge of Safety Practices and DOT Regulations.
• Knowledge of an automated Fleet Management Information System (Manager+)
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to function and perform effectively as a manager and supervisor.
• Ability to plan, organize and direct the work of skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled employees engaged in repair and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair equipment with accuracy and speed.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions in English.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Good attendance and punctuality a must.

Licensing and Certification

• EPA 608/609 certifications preferred.
• Manufacturer certifications preferred. ASE certifications and State Inspections License preferred.
• ASE certifications preferred.
• State Inspectors License or Federal DOT Inspectors License preferred.
• Class A or B commercial driver license preferred.
• Must have a clean driving record and AK state driver’s license.
• Forklift certification.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

This is a safety-sensitive position.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

We do not provide H1-B sponsorships at this time.

Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

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