Fleet Mechanic – Keep Tractors & Trailers Road-Ready

Forward Air; Lewis Center (OH); 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 issues, perform preventive maintenance, and respond to breakdowns to support our expedited LTL and logistics network.

In a safety-focused, performance-driven shop, you will collaborate closely with drivers and operations to minimize downtime and maintain compliance with DOT and company

Qualifications

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, brake, and hydraulic issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Respond to breakdowns to minimize downtime and keep fleet road-ready.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, brake, and hydraulic issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance on tractors, trailers, and material-handling equipment.
• Respond to breakdowns to minimize downtime and keep operations moving.
• Collaborate with drivers and operations to ensure safety and DOT compliance.
• Maintain, inspect, and repair according to company standards.

Skills

Mechanical

Electrical

Brake systems

Hydraulics

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 issues, perform preventive maintenance, and respond to breakdowns to support our expedited LTL and logistics network.

In a safety-focused, performance-driven shop, you will collaborate closely with drivers and operations to minimize downtime and maintain compliance with DOT and company