Fleet Mechanic - Austin

Roy Jorgensen Associates, Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in maintenance management is seeking a full-time Fleet Mechanic in Austin, TX. The role involves inspecting, servicing, and repairing tractors, trailers, and heavy equipment, ensuring high safety standards and operational efficiency. Candidates should have mechanical expertise, a valid driving record, and the ability to work under varying weather conditions, with a strong emphasis on safety.

Benefits

Health, Vision, and Dental insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Free PPE

Qualifications

• Independent and team work under high vehicle traffic conditions.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. and stand for extended periods while operating.
• Knowledge and experience with roadway equipment repair.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, service, and repair company-owned vehicles and equipment.
• Diagnose malfunctions and perform repairs to manufacturer's specifications.
• Perform preventive maintenance on fleet trucks and heavy equipment.

Skills

Roadway equipment repair

Vehicle maintenance

Use of hand tools

Effective leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational or Technical certification

Job description

Roy Jorgensen Associates, Inc. (Jorgensen) is a world leader in maintenance management. For over 65 years Jorgensen has provided a diverse range of facility and highway infrastructure, consulting, maintenance and management services. Our professionals are in the forefront as facility managers, maintenance engineers,trainers, assets managers and solution providers. Our firm is focused on the operations and maintenance of transportation and public works infrastructure assets. Our maintenance operations is comprised of professional engineers, certified quality control inspectors, and experienced maintenance technicians with proficiency developing and executing highway infrastructure maintenance contracts throughout the United States. Our system approach to maintenance management is unparalleled in our industry. We know how to identify and implement innovative solutions for our client's toughest challenges.

Position summary:

Roy Jorgensen Associates, Inc. is currently seeking full-time Fleet Mechanic to perform fleet maintenance operations in Austin, TX area. This position is technical and skilled role responsible for inspecting, servicing, and repairing company-owned tractors, trailers, heavy equipment and vehicles both in the maintenance shop and in the field. The mechanic position requires experience servicing and performing maintenance, diagnosis, and repairs on fleet trucks (from ½ to 1 ton) and off-road equipment in a safe, efficient, quality minded and client-focused manner. Candidate is expected to adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Jorgensen Company policies and procedures.

Major Functions of the Job

• Diagnose, along with other mechanic, cause of any malfunction and perform repairs to manufacturer’s specifications including engines, transmissions and clutches, suspension and steering, fuel and ignition (gas and diesel), electrical systems, brakes, HVAC systems, malfunctions and emergency roadside repair in a safe, efficient, and quality manner.
• Perform required inspections and preventive maintenance on Fleet trucks, Trailers, Mid-size trucks & Heavy Equipment to maximize the safety, productivity, and life of the unit.
• Repair vehicles and equipment inside the yard, maintenance shop, and in the field as directed.
• Safely repair vehicles that have broken down on the road to ensure that the Company’s equipment is returned to operation in a safe and efficient manner.
• Manage the scheduling and performing of all routine service maintenance for the fleet.
• Effective scheduling of work to maximize the workday and meet deadlines.
• Safely operate hand/power tools and equipment required to do each job; care for and maintain these tools and equipment to prolong the useful life.
• Observes safety and security procedures, reports potentially unsafe conditions, reports injuries/accidents immediately, demonstrates safe behavior at all times, especially when using company property and/or operating equipment or vehicles.
• Safely operate company owned vehicles & equipment.
• Performs other job-related duties as required
• Must be able to work with technicians during snow, ice, and other weather related events

Required Experience:

• This position requires independent and team work under ranging weather and environmental conditions, including high vehicle traffic operations.
• Must regularly lift and /or move up to 25 lbs. frequently lift and/or move up to 40 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Regularly required to stand; walk; sit and talk or hear.
• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Will ascend/descend structures to perform job duties.
• Work safe and independently in vehicle traffic zones.
• Ability to work safely in a wide range of environmental and weather conditions (i.e. work in hot, cold or wet conditions for extended periods of time).
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time while operating equipment.

Preferred Experience:

• Hydraulic systems preferred
  Bilingual: English/Spanish (read/write) preferred but not required

Clean driving record is essential
Must pass criminal background check

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Vocational or Technical certification preferred
• Knowledge of and experience with:
  • Roadway equipment repair and maintenance
  • Vehicle and small engine repair and maintenance
• Working knowledge in the use of hand tools required
• Speak, read, write and comprehend the English language
• Demonstrated effective leadership abilities
• Maintain company standards for background checks (i.e. criminal record, driving record and controlled substance/drug testing)
• Knowledge of local driving rules and regulations
• Carry out simple arithmetic functions
• Maintain proper safety equipment required for each job
• Neat, clean and presentable appearance
• Knowledge and ability to adapt to the latest technology
• Ability to use smart phone and applications
• Ability to adjust to changing work schedule and multitask

Schedule

• Full time; M-F 7:30am-4:00pm. On-call as needed.
• Must be able to work during snow, ice, and other weather related events

Total Compensation Package to include: FREE PPE!Competitive base pay, annual profitability based bonus, recognition incentives and extensive training opportunities. Comprehensive Benefit Plan options for full time employees to include: Health, Vision, & Dental insurance for you and your family, 401(k) Retirement Plan, 2 weeks of Vacation time, 2 weeks of Sick time, paid Holidays, Free Life Insurance, Free Long Term Disability coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Critical Illness coverage, Free Employee Assistance Plans, Nationwide Pet Insurance Discount, and more!

Company will conduct Background check, MVR and Controlled Substance testing prior to hire.

Roy Jorgensen Associates, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employers and is committed to diversity in our workforce. EOE/M/F/D/V