Fleet Maintenance Technician

Utili-Serve; Conover (NC); On-site; USD 82,656,000 - 89,268,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Job summary

Utili-Serve in Conover, NC is seeking a Fleet Maintenance Technician to support the Fleet Director in planning, scheduling, and overseeing vehicle maintenance programs. You will aid in repairs, preventive maintenance, and record-keeping while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The role requires strong problem-solving, communication skills, and the ability to work across multiple job sites. A company vehicle is provided as part of the compensation package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Ford Factory Certification training in gas/diesel/heavy-duty is preferred and beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses, maintains, and repairs Ford commercial and light-duty fleet vehicles.
• Ensures compliance with State, Federal and Company requirements and maintains a safe work environment.
• Reviews and completes repair orders; may order fuel, parts, and subcontract repairs as needed.
• Initiates projects to improve efficiency and reduce operating costs.
• Provides day-to-day support for field crew members and schedules projects.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Time management

Multi-tasking

Independent work

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Ford Factory Certification training (gas/diesel/heavy-duty)

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Conover, NC 28613

Position Type: Full Time

Position Summary

The Fleet Maintenance Technician supports the Fleet Director with oversight and day-to-day management of an effective fleet maintenance program to ensure that vehicles are maintained in an efficient and safety-conscious manner. They aid in planning, scheduling, performing, directing, evaluating the repairs, and servicing of vehicles, and maintaining appropriate records. They help with repairs and preventive maintenance programs that minimize cost and maximize the use of vehicles. They routinely advise, consult, and help crew members, providing guidance on complex maintenance issues as needed. They deal with day-to-day issues and find suitable solutions under difficult circumstances. They must have an excellent command of decision-making and problem-solving techniques and are able to apply them appropriately. They must be able to work at various job locations.

Pay and Benefits

Pay/Benefit(s): $30/hr. + Company Vehicle

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Diagnoses, maintains, and repairs Ford commercial and light-duty fleet vehicles.
• Ensures compliance on a day-to-day basis with State, Federal and Company requirements. Ensures a safe environment exists and that all maintenance and related activities are in conformance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Reviews and completes repair orders. May order fuel for vehicles, order parts, and subcontract repair work as needed.
• Initiates and recommends projects that improve efficiency and/or reduce operating costs.
• Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards and procedures, complying with legal regulations.
• Provides day-to-day direct support for field crew members.
• Enhances organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; explores opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Schedules and completes projects efficiently/effectively.
• Follows up on questions, concerns, and requests promptly.
• Always presents a professional image.
• Perform other duties as assigned by The Fleet Director.

Skills and Specification Requirements

• Able to work in fast-paced multi-functional changing environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Attentiveness to detail.
• Possession of strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as accept directions on given assignments.
• Exceptional time management skills.
• Able to work flexible hours to complete job tasks at hand.
• Able to multi-task and manage priorities.
• Must be honest, assertive, and systematic.
• Responsible for ensuring that their company vehicle is properly maintained.
• Must be capable of working in close proximity of energized substation equipment.
• Must be capable of working in confined space areas.
• Must be at least 21 years of age to drive a company vehicle.
• Successful completion of background, MVR, and drug screening requirements.

Education and Experience Required

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Active Ford Factory Certification training (gas/diesel/heavy-duty).
• Mechanical aptitude and at least one (1) yearof automotive or diesel repair experience preferred.
• Knowledge of safe working practices, DOT, OSHA, and other federal and state regulations