Mobile Technician, Service- Bowling Green, KY

Latruck; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k with matching

Paid Vacation & Sick Leave

Life Insurance

Job summary

Velocity Vehicle Group is seeking a skilled Fleet Technician to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on light to heavy-duty tractors and equipment. The role involves on-site service work from a service truck, diagnosing issues, and ensuring safety and performance through tests.

Responsibilities include tire service, compliance with regulations, and meticulous record-keeping. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits accompany full-time employment.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Class B license.
• Strong verbal communication and documentation skills are required.
• Experience in mechanical inspections and repairs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and repairs on tractors and equipment.
• Operate a service truck and conduct on-site inspections in various weather conditions.
• Diagnose, repair, replace components and verify repairs with test drives.
• Maintain vehicle records and manage costs using warranties and service options.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Class B license

Strong verbal communication

Documentation skills

Ability to work with limited direction

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Post-Secondary vocational education

Job description

Who We Are: At Velocity Vehicle Group (VVG), we represent a premium commercial brand in medium to heavy truck dealerships. We provide a full-service experience, from exceptional sales teams to highly skilled technicians and readily available parts. Our mission is to be the ultimate one-stop shop for truckers, owner operators, fleets, and companies. Combined with our Leasing and Rental business and financial services division, VVG stands as the premier truck dealership.

What's in it for You: Velocity Vehicle Group is a dynamic and rapidly expanding organization, and we're on the lookout for individuals who relish daily challenges and are passionate about delivering top-notch customer service, both within the company and to our valued clients. When you join VVG, you'll experience an extraordinary work environment, complete with competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including 401K with matching, as well as Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage. Become a part of our team and immerse yourself in a company that fosters a Great Place to Work culture!

What You’ll Do: The role involves conducting comprehensive preventive maintenance inspections and repairs on light, medium, and heavy-duty tractors and equipment, ensuring optimal vehicle performance and safety. This technician operates a service truck, performing on-site inspections—often in challenging weather conditions—and is responsible for the upkeep of the truck itself. Duties include diagnosing and addressing vehicle breakdowns, replacing and adjusting worn or damaged components, and verifying repairs through test drives. Additionally, the technician handles tire services, ensures compliance with federal and state regulations, maintains meticulous vehicle records, and manages costs effectively by utilizing warranties and evaluating service options.

Job Duties:

• Determines vehicle condition by conducting Preventive Maintenance Inspections, oil changes, chassis lubrication while identifying worn and damaged parts, installing component and part upgrades on light, medium, and heavy-duty tractors and other equipment.
• Performs inspections at customers location with a service truck which could include inclement weather at times. Maintains the service truck to standard including cleanliness and resupply.
• Performs service calls dispatching to provide diagnosis and repairs related to vehicle breakdowns.
• Corrects vehicle deficiencies identified by repairing, replacing, adjusting, disassembling and assembling, components in all major equipment system areas.
• Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.
• Performs tire replacements, rotations, mounting and dismounting on and off of vehicles as needed.
• Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.
• Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.
• Contains costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or its equivalent required.
• Post-Secondary vocational education strongly preferred.
• Experience in mechanical inspections and repairs in a related field.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a Class B license.
• Fleet and mobile maintenance experience a plus.
• Ability to understand and adhere to company policies in all areas.
• Must have a basic set of hand tools up to 1 ½"and ½ drive pneumatics.
• Technical understanding with attention to detail.
• Strong verbal communication and documentation skills.
• Capable of maintaining accurate inventory control.
• Ability to implement a strong safety environment at all times.
• Ability to work alone with little or no direction at times.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to pass post-offer drug screening, physical examination (including a lift test), and background check.
• Must have a valid drivers license.

Compensation:

• $20-$40/hour depending on skills and experience
• Full Time position

Benefits:

• A fantastic culture in a welcoming, great place to work environment.
• 401k with matching.
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance, along with HSA & FSA options.
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance.
• Vacation + Sick Leave.
• Company perks such as employee discounts, company events, and training programs.
• Excellent Training and Career Advancement Opportunities

Velocity Vehicle Group is an equal opportunity employer. Velocity Vehicle Group prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.