Fleet Mechanic: Diagnostics, Repairs & Downtime Reduction

Forward Air; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Forward Air is seeking a skilled Mechanic to keep our tractors, trailers, and material-handling equipment safe, reliable, and road-ready. You will diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, brake, and hydraulic systems, perform preventive maintenance, and respond to breakdowns to keep our expedited LTL and logistics network moving.

You will work in a safety-focused, performance-driven shop, collaborating closely with drivers and operations to minimize downtime and maintain compliance with DOT

Qualifications

• Diagnose and repair mechanical systems, electrical systems, brake systems and hydraulic systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance on tractors, trailers and material-handling equipment.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns to minimize downtime and support DOT and company standards.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, brake, and hydraulic issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance and respond to breakdowns to keep equipment road-ready and compliant.

Job description

Forward Air is seeking a skilled Mechanic to keep our tractors, trailers, and material-handling equipment safe, reliable, and road-ready. You will diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, brake, and hydraulic systems, perform preventive maintenance, and respond to breakdowns to keep our expedited LTL and logistics network moving.

You will work in a safety-focused, performance-driven shop, collaborating closely with drivers and operations to minimize downtime and maintain compliance with DOT