Mechanic (Fleet/Transport)

J.J. Taylor Companies, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

J.J. Taylor Companies, Inc. in Tampa, FL is seeking a dedicated Mechanic to repair and maintain delivery trucks, trailers and related equipment. You will troubleshoot, perform PMs, and assist drivers with on-road issues when needed.

The position supports a Monday–Friday schedule from 12:00 to 9:00 p.m. with standby Saturdays. Paying about $25 per hour plus depending on experience, the role emphasizes safety, inspections and fleet readiness.

Qualifications

• Mechanical repair of trucks, trailers, forklifts and related equipment.
• Ability to read technical manuals and diagrams for repairs.
• Willingness to perform PMs and inspections on a weekly basis.
• Must hold a valid CDL A and maintain safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assist drivers with on-site vehicle issues and road calls.
• Repair and maintain trucks, trailers and related equipment.
• Perform weekly fleet checks including fluids, tires and cab inspection.
• Drive repaired vehicles to verify conformance with specs.
• Document maintenance and enter data into shop software.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Repair trucks & equipment

Organize and prioritize tasks

Customer service mindset

Able to listen actively

Read and follow manuals

Education

High School diploma or GED

Class A CDL

ASE certification desired

A/C and Refrigeration certs preferred

Tools

Hand tools

Air tools

Fleet maintenance software

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Mechanic
Schedule: M-F 12 - 9 p.m. (standby Saturday rotation)
Pay Range - $25+ per hour doe

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Repairs and maintains delivery trucks, trailers, and other mechanical equipment. Maintains cleanliness of garage area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist drivers with small mechanical problems that may arise when leaving yard to make deliveries.


• Run road calls to complete repairs on the road, if necessary.


• Observes and listens to trucks and other equipment in operation to determine malfunction and to plan work procedures. Also conducts fleet check weekly on all fleet equipment including checking mileage, fluid levels, belts, tires, leaks, and cab inspection.


• Drives repaired trucks or other vehicles to verify conformance to specifications.


• Repairs forklifts, floor sweepers, pallet jacks, chargers and batteries, and other mechanical equipment as needed.


• Performs preventative maintenance (PM’s) on trucks and equipment by checking oil, water, and transmission fluids each Monday. Determines if repairs need to be performed by outside company, with approval from Fleet Director, and schedules repair work.


• Inspect tires, DOT inspections and general appearance of vehicles and correct any problems.


• Keeps current registrations and insurance cards in all vehicles.


• Examine refrigeration units on weekly basis and make any necessary repairs to electrical and diesel operation as needed.


• Collects Vehicle Condition Reports (VCR’s), repairs any problems identified, and files paperwork according to retention policy (three months).


• Enters PM’s and DOT inspection information into Tatum’s system, and ensures entries are kept current.


• Reports all accidents and equipment damages to Director of Fleet Operations immediately.


• Records mileage of vehicles on a monthly basis.


• Maintains checklist of all repairs made on each truck and keeps accurate equipment files.


• Keeps service truck stocked sufficiently to facilitate road calls.


• Maintains parts inventory and operable safety equipment in vehicles.


• Always keeps garage in clean working order.


• Assists outside tire vendor on yard fleet inspections.


• Performs regular maintenance on forklifts and pallet jacks.


• Logs maintenance and repairs in shop software.


• Promptly processes all invoices.


• Drives a tractor trailer to other company facilities, as needed.


• Assists Warehouse Manager with facility maintenance, as needed.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Performs any additional duties and special tasks assigned by the Director of Fleet Operations.

Foundation Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Able to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.


2. Able to adapt to changing priorities.


3. Mechanically oriented. Able to repair trucks, trailers, forklifts, and other mechanical equipment.


4. Able to identify and solve problems with the functioning of trucks and equipment.


5. Able to organize and prioritize tasks to ensure timely completion of all requests.


6. Able to provide courteous and timely service to customers.


7. Able to listen actively to requests from others.


8. Able to understand technical manuals and diagrams to aid in repairs.

• Able to work effectively in a multi-tasking environment.

Physical Demands:

• Regularly required to move around tight, low areas when repairing trucks and other equipment.


• Able to adeptly use hand and air tools, including wrenches, drills, and grinders.


• Able to occasionally move up to 75 lbs.

Educational/Vocational/Previous Experience:

• High School diploma or GED preferred.


• Minimum of 5-6 years of mechanical experience desired.


• Valid Class A Commercial driver’s license required.


• ASE certification desired.


• Technical Certifications in the following: A/C and Refrigeration, preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Warehouse environment.


• Exposure to extreme temperatures, fumes, or airborne particles, chemical or other toxicants, dusty conditions, outside weather conditions, and machinery with moving parts.


• Some possible exposure to loud noise and vibration.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned as needed.