Fleet Service Technician

Frontier Waste Solutions; Dayton (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety boots

Uniforms

All PPE

Job summary

Frontier Waste Solutions is seeking a Fleet Service Technician in Dayton, Texas. The role requires inspecting, repairing, and maintaining all vehicles and equipment safely and efficiently. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years of heavy equipment maintenance experience and be able to perform repairs and inspections with limited supervision.

The position provides safety boots, uniforms, and PPE. A valid driver's license is required, with additional certifications being a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in heavy equipment maintenance.
• Knowledge of gasoline and diesel equipment diagnosis and repair.
• Ability to perform basic inspections with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, repair, diagnose, and perform routine preventative maintenance.
• Perform repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services.
• Conduct safety checks on vehicles.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Gasoline and diesel repair

Effective communication

Welding skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate from an accredited automotive college or technical school

Tools

Own hand tools

Job description

What We Do!

We are a Texas Based - Texas Proud waste solutions provider servicing your local residential, commercial and municipal trash and recycling needs. We pride ourselves in providing exceptional customer service, starting with our hardworking Operations team to our Corporate Leadership. Since 2017, Frontier Waste Solutions has continued to grow and expand its footprint in Texas. We are looking for those looking to be part of this exciting endeavor and share our mission of being the best waste solutions company in Texas.

As they say, "There is no business, like trash business."

What We Are Looking For!

FLEET SERVICE TECHNICIAN

Position Summary

To inspect, repair, diagnose, and perform routine preventative maintenance on all vehicles and equipment, in a safe, timely, cost-effective manner.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services
• Perform inspection, diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment
• Review, complete or assigns repairs identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports
• Prepare and maintain maintenance records in accordance with Company policies and State and Federal regulations in the absence of a Shop Manager
• Read reports, technical manuals, and other documents to keep abreast of changes in Company fleet, including all component parts
• Perform service calls for emergency breakdowns
• Conduct safety checks on vehicles
• When applicable, use welding skills and knowledge of metals to complete vehicle repairs
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned or apparent

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 year of experience on heavy equipment and truck maintenance experience preferred
• Minimum of 2 year of experience in a technician position demonstrating knowledge of both gasoline and diesel powered equipment diagnosis and repair
• Ability to perform basic inspections with limited supervision in some (not all required) of the following heavy truck, or automotive systems: suspensions & steering; general engine, transmissions, brakes, electrical, hydraulics, drive train, diesel emissions
• Experience with welding a plus
• Must possess own hand tools
• Able to work well with minimal supervision
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and follow specified procedures

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking
• Ability to climb, bend, or crawl into awkward spaces
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move 75-100 pounds
• Exposure to physical occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) often
• Exposure to physical environment which involves moving mechanical parts, fumes, dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes or similar elements often

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate from an accredited automotive college or technical school

License and Certifications

• Valid Driver’s License
• Commercial Driver’s License is a plus but not required
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications (T1-T8) are a plus but not required

Company supplies

Safety boots, uniforms and all PPE