Fleet Technician I

G&J-Pepsi-Col; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Matching

Pension

Union Insurance benefits

Employee uniforms provided

Job summary

G&J Pepsi in Lexington, KY is seeking a Fleet Technician I to maintain and repair our fleet of medium to heavy-duty trucks. You will perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and basic diagnostics to keep vehicles safe and reliable for internal customers.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 1 year of relevant experience, a valid driver's license, and ability to work around fumes, moving equipment, and in a loud environment. We offer competitive benefits and uniforms.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; diesel mechanics training preferred.
• 1 year of experience with medium to heavy duty trucks.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability.
• Basic understanding of diagnostic software.
• Ability to work around fumes, moving equipment and in a loud environment.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventative maintenance repairs on equipment.
• Operates Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT).
• Adheres to policies, standards and procedures and wears required PPE.
• Complies with safety and DOT regulations.
• Communicates with coworkers and supervisor.
• Transports equipment to outside maintenance shops for repair work not completed in-house.
• Orders parts and maintains inventory.
• Maintains cleanliness of the fleet garage.
• Completes inspection reports and required paperwork.
• Works assigned schedule and exhibits regular attendance.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Vehicle inspection

PIT operation

Parts inventory management

Safety compliance

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Diesel mechanics certificate/degree

Tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

Fleet Technician I

Build your future with G&J Pepsi. Our Fleet Technicians earn $29.50 per hour and receive competitive benefits, such as:

• 401K Matching
• Pension
• Union Insurance benefits
• Employee uniforms provided

Position Summary

To serve our internal customers by maintaining and repairing the company’s fleet of vehicles according to established company standards and federal law to ensure the safety, reliability, and functionality of the fleet.

Essential Functions

• Performs preventative maintenance repairs on equipment.
• Operates Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT).
• Adheres to all company policies, standards and procedures and wears all required personal protective equipment.
• Complies with all safety and DOT regulations.
• Communicates with co-workers, internal customers, and supervisor's.
• Transports equipment to outside maintenance shops for repair work not completed in-house.
• Orders parts and maintains parts inventory.
• Maintains cleanliness and assists in the organization of the fleet garage.
• Completes Federal annual inspection reports, preventative maintenance records, service repair order forms, time-off requests and other required paperwork according to established standards.
• Works assigned schedule and exhibits regular attendance.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Education Level

• Minimum - High School or GED
• Preferred - Vocational / Technical or equivalent degree; 2 Year / associate degree in diesel mechanics

Experience

• Years of Experience – 1 year - with medium to heavy duty trucks required

Certificates & Licenses

• Valid Driver's License; Employee must be insurable to operate a vehicle, as a condition of initial and continued employment.

More about us

G&J Pepsi is a family-owned Pepsi bottler with a legacy of serving Ohio and Kentucky for more than 100 years. We take pride in delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service while fostering a culture built on dignity, respect, and integrity. At G&J Pepsi, you'll have the opportunity to build your future with a company that invests in its people, values long-term career growth, and provides the stability and support to help you succeed.

Additional Requirements

Basic understanding of diagnostic software. Must be able to work around fumes, airborne particles, and toxic/caustic materials. Must be able to work around moving equipment (e.g. forklifts, pallet jacks) and in a loud noise environment.