Fleet Technician / Diesel Mechanic

Silver Eagle Distributors Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the beverage distribution industry seeks a 2nd Shift Technician responsible for maintaining and repairing various company vehicles such as gasoline and diesel. Candidates must have a strong mechanical background with at least 2 years of relevant experience and ASE certifications. The role requires adherence to safety practices, with numerous perks including competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive compensation with access to on-demand pay

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with a company match

Paid time off and paid holidays

Free beer and beverage gifts

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Diesel / Automotive Technician experience.
• 3+ ASE certifications required.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License is required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs mechanical malfunctions.
• Performs preventative maintenance and inspections.
• Makes road calls and delivers vehicles.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Technical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Automotive / Mechanical Trade or Vocational certification

Tools

Automotive hand tools

Job description

Technician for 2nd Shift (1pm - 9pm Monday - Friday)

Position Summary :

Maintains / repairs all types of company owned vehicles, including Gasoline, Diesel, Electric and Propane powered. Trouble shoots and diagnoses mechanical, electrical and hydraulic malfunctions, and efficiently repairs the same.

Job Duties and Responsibilities :

• Trouble shoots and repairs mechanical malfunctions
• Diagnoses mechanical malfunctions, determines parts needed and orders through the parts rooms
• Repairs engines, drive trains, front and rear ends, all air, electrical and hydraulic systems on Company owned equipment
• Repairs, on a minor and / or emergency basis, parts of bodies, i.e., doors, landing gear, etc
• Repairs all Company fork lifts
• Makes road calls on disabled Company vehicles and performs minor repairs on the road
• Performs preventative maintenance on a scheduled basis as determined by Fleet Supervisor
• Inspects vehicle (during P.M. inspection) to ensure all D.O.T. requirements are met
• Repairs all items not meeting D.O.T. requirements; informs supervisor if not immediately repairable
• Performs other tasks / projects as instructed by Fleet Supervisor including but not limited to delivering trucks to and from other branch locations and picking up parts
• Adheres to strict safe working practices, Company policies, rules, regulations, corrects obvious hazards immediately or reports to supervisor if not immediately correctable
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications :

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Automotive / Mechanical Trade or Vocational certification preferred
• 2+ years of Diesel / Automotive Technician experience
• Military experience equivalency may substitute for some requirements
• In person travel within the service territories of Silver Eagle required
• Demonstrated mechanical and technical aptitude
• Must supply automotive hand tools (not including heavy duty or diagnostic tools)
• 3+ ASE certifications
• Demonstrated mechanical and technical aptitude
• Must be able to safely operate a pallet jack, electric fork-lift / pallet-jack repair experience preferred
• Able to obtain and maintain Class C or A-CDL, and medical card
• Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License and driving record within MVR policy guidelines
• Must have the ability to operate both manual and standard transmissions

Physical Requirement :

• Talk, hear, and see (including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus)
• Frequent climbing, pushing, pulling and maneuvering dolly, hand truck, bay roll up doors, straps, curb ramps, truck doors, boxes, cases, kegs, truck gear shift
• Ability to enter and exit the driver's compartment of the truck and / or behind cab using normally available footholds and handholds
• Must regularly lift and move up to 100lbs
• Pushing / pulling : up to 100lbs force for turning wrenches, pulling out parts
• Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, kneel and crawl to inspect and or wash vehicles
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
• Ability to hear voice commands in areas with a high level of background noise
• Ability to demonstrate or learn to safely handle large trucks in a critically safe and precise manner within very constrained and compact areas

The Perks :

• Competitive compensation with access to on-demand pay
• A full range of benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with a company match
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave
• Free beer and beverage gifts throughout the year

Pre-Employment Screening :

• Drug test and background screen required

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.