Fleet Tech III for Transportation (Light & Heavy Duty Equipment)

Liberty University, Inc.; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty University, Inc. is seeking a Fleet Technician III responsible for skilled repairs and maintenance on a variety of vehicles and equipment, including light and heavy-duty trucks. The role includes supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the Shop Manager.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, 9 years of experience in automotive repair, and a valid state inspector's license. Key skills required are automotive repair, electrical diagnostics, and effective communication. The position is full-time and onsite.

Qualifications

• 9 years experience in automotive equipment repair alongside an apprenticeship.
• Thorough knowledge of methods and tools used in fleet maintenance.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled repairs and maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical problems using diagnostic tools.
• Maintain records of repairs and ensure high service standards.

Skills

Automotive repair

Electrical diagnostics

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma

State inspector’s license

ASE certifications (at least 8)

Tools

MIG welding equipment

Automotive diagnostic tools

Job description

The Fleet Technician III is responsible, under general supervision, for performing skilled repairs and maintenance on automobiles, light and heavy duty equipment and light/medium/heavy duty trucks; and performs related duties as required. The job will involve supervisory duties, in the absence of the Shop Manager, of the fellow employees to include but not limited to: assigning of work, issuing parts, inventory, prioritizing day‑to‑day activities, verifying repairs, etc. The technician is responsible for providing their own tools to complete repairs and maintenance assigned. May be required to respond to emergency calls as needed for the best interest of the University. The technician is to produce work that meets the high standards of the Transportation Department and to assist in accomplishing the mission of Liberty University.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

1. Inspects, diagnoses, and repairs mechanical, electrical, and other defects on automotive vehicles; including, but not limited to tune‑ups, relining, and adjusting brakes, tire replacement and balancing, steering gears, starters, generators, universal joints, and minor body repair.
2. Inspects, diagnoses, and repairs mechanical, electrical, and other defects on university equipment ( Equipment includes, but is not limited to, University assets such as SUV, heavy equipment, mowers, trailers, ATVs, lifts, etc. that exist or may at any time be added to the University’s fleet).
3. Diagnose mechanical and electrical problems using electronic diagnostic automotive equipment and determine appropriate installation, service, and maintenance needs.
4. Diagnose, inspect, and repair air conditioning systems on various vehicles and equipment.
5. Diagnose, inspect, and repair hydraulic systems on multiple types of equipment and vehicles.
6. Rebuild gas/diesel engines.
7. Rebuild automatic and manual transmissions.
8. Maintains records of repairs made, work orders, and time worked through departmental approved means.
9. Must follow departmental approved method of documentation known as the 3 C’s: Complaint, Cause, Correction.
10. Provide guidance to Fleet Technicians.
11. Must be able to communicate service and repair problems and procedures with operator and supervisor.
12. Completes work in a professional standard and as meets the University Mission and needs.
13. Shall enhance organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments. Such as the participation with various projects and presentations assigned by Management.
14. Assist with implementing and maintaining shop efficiency and policy.
15. Issue parts when Shop Manager or Parts Manager not present.
16. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Credentials, and Competencies

A high school diploma and 9 years’ experience in the repair of automotive equipment in conjunction with an apprenticeship required. State inspector’s license and at least 8 ASE certifications required. Thorough knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in fleet maintenance, inspection and repair practices; occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair; safe operation of vehicle/equipment repair and maintenance tools. Proficient in modern methods, equipment, materials, and tools used in repairing automobiles, light trucks, and other gas‑powered equipment. MIG and acetylene welding skill is preferred. Effective communication both verbally and in writing. Ability to intuitively reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgement in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.

Regularly required to lift 50+ pounds. Visits to campus sites, maintenance shops, and associated vendors may be required. Work may be conducted on site of asset failure or at the Transportation Shop. This may include frequent standing, walking, reaching, bending, handling, grasping, and the ability to lift, push, pull and carry objects. Some duties involve exposure to inclement weather, noise, dust, oil, chemicals, fumes and traffic hazards. Proof of a valid Virginia driver’s license, an acceptable DMV record, and liability insurance is required, must be able to pass all requirements to be on Liberty University insurance.

Time Type: Full time. Location: Onsite.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious‑affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University’s hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the “religion” component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.