Fleet Mechanic

Loomis AB; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Loomis AB in Springfield, MO is seeking a Fleet Technician responsible for maintenance and repair of all fleet vehicles, reporting to the Branch Manager.

The role requires 5+ years in fleet service, a valid CDL or higher, ability to drive a wide range of vehicle weights, and DOT brake/inspection certifications. You will perform preventive maintenance, order parts, and keep accurate work orders.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of fleet maintenance experience.
• Valid driver’s license (C or better) and ability to drive both automatic and standard transmission vehicles.
• Meet FMCSA 391 qualifications and DOT brake/inspection certification.
• 1 year experience or a recognized training certificate for inspections.
• Ability to read English technical manuals and write work/purchase orders.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair of all fleet vehicles.
• Perform preventive maintenance monthly (lubrication, oil changes, belts, hoses, brakes, bearings, tires).
• Diagnose mechanical, engine and electrical issues on vehicles of all sizes.
• Test drive vehicles for testing, transfer, and parts delivery.
• Perform inventory and order parts as needed.

Skills

Fleet maintenance

Preventive maintenance

Diagnostics

Inventory & parts

English communication

Education

DOT brake inspection certification

Tools

Repair manuals

Job description

Job Overview:

This position is responsible for the Fleet Operations and Maintenance and reports to the Branch Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Service and repair of all fleet vehicles.
• Perform preventive maintenance (lube, oil change, replace belts, hoses, inspect brakes, repack bearings, check tires, on all size vehicles. Must perform per month.
• Diagnose and effectively repair mechanical, engine and electrical irregularities/malfunctions on all size vehicles.
• Drive automatic and standard shift vehicles for testing, transfer, and pick-up/delivery of parts.
• Perform inventory and order parts, supplies, as needed.

Primary Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience (Preferably Dealership. Foreign/Domestic vehicle experience a plus)
• Possession of valid driver’s license (C or better) and ability to drive both automatic and standard transmission vehicles from 2,000 to 50,000 lbs. in size.
• Must meet qualifications as outlined in section 391 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety regulations.
• Must meet DOT standards to achieve brake and annual inspection certifications. A minimum of 1 year experience or a certificate from an approved training program.

Individual Skills and Competencies:

• Ability to read and understand technical service manuals, repair orders, labels, and gauges (in English).
• Ability to write work orders, purchase orders.
• Ability to communicate verbally (in English) using telephone for ordering parts and supplies.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in a semi-enclosed structure and outdoors.
• Environment involves chemical handling, gasoline/diesel fumes and intermittent high noise exposure.
• Exposed to wet and dry conditions in extreme heat and/or cold.
• Full -time schedule consists of an average of 40 hours per week for a 5-day period.