Mobile Heavy-Duty Truck Technician II

FleetPride; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

FleetPride in Dothan, AL is seeking a Mobile Technician II to perform preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on heavy-duty truck and trailer equipment. The role involves in-shop work between service calls and may include after-hours on-call rotation to meet customer needs.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, a diesel technology certificate (preferred), and 3+ years of experience with class 7 & 8 trucks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; Diesel Technology certificate/degree is a plus, but not required.
• 3+ years of experience with repairing class 7 & 8 trucks and trailers
• Welding
• Air Brake Certified

Responsibilities

• Examine vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunction(s).
• Provide customers with preventative maintenance solution, whenever appropriate.
• Maintain 80% productivity.
• Prevent comebacks.
• Perform inspections and preventative maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
• Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications and filter replacements.
• Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes (air, hydraulic, electric and brake accessories).
• Test drive vehicles and test components using proper equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair suspension systems including leaf and coil spring systems, and Hendrickson walking beam type suspension systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, exhaust systems, steering systems, air conditioning, PTO”S and custom exhaust systems.
• Adjust, remove and replace clutches and drivelines.
• Troubleshoot and repair fuel tanks, fifth wheels, trailer hitches, pintle hooks, auxiliary axles and frames.
• Perform tandem alignment, front axle king pin and bushing repairs.
• Perform basic aluminum and steel wire welding.
• Utilize machinery in order to repair or fabricate any driveshaft.
• File, grind, sand and smooth filled or repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.
• Remove upholstery, accessories, electrical window and seat operating equipment and trim to gain access to vehicle bodies and fenders.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace and service truck.
• Practice safe driving.

Skills

Diagnostics

Preventative maintenance

Brakes repair

Electrical systems

Welding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Diesel technology certificate

Tools

Hand tools

Air tools

Toolbox

Job description

FleetPride in Dothan, AL is seeking a Mobile Technician II to perform preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on heavy-duty truck and trailer equipment. The role involves in-shop work between service calls and may include after-hours on-call rotation to meet customer needs.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, a diesel technology certificate (preferred), and 3+ years of experience with class 7 & 8 trucks.