Petroleum Transport Fleet Mechanic - Winston-Salem

7-Eleven; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 2,755,200 - 3,857,280; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

401k plan

Paid PTO

Uniform allowance

Fuel discount

Job summary

7-Eleven is seeking a Fleet Mechanic to support our transportation fleet, diagnosing, repairing and maintaining Class 8 vehicles and petroleum trailers. You will perform preventive maintenance, inspect vehicles, test equipment and coordinate repairs with outside contractors when needed.

The role requires knowledge of FMCSA, EPA and OSHA regulations, and the ability to lift heavy equipment. You will work in a safety‑conscious environment, keeping detailed repair records and staying current with

Qualifications

• Knowledge of FMCSA, EPA and OSHA regulations.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, and MS Office.
• Capable of lifting heavy equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair and maintain Class 8 vehicles and tank trailers.
• Coordinate repairs with outside contractors when needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections.
• Test equipment and verify proper repairs.
• Respond to breakdowns and arrange cost‑effective services.
• Maintain clean, safe workshop per OSHA guidelines.
• Keep repair history and warranty notes up to date.
• Stay current with vehicle technologies and manufacturer bulletins.

Skills

FMCSA knowledge

EPA/OSHA familiarity

MS Office (Word/Excel)

Tool handling

Safety mindful

Heavy lifting 125 lb+

Tools

Hand tools & power tools

Vehicle diagnostics equipment

Job description

7-Eleven is an iconic family of brands with over 86,000 locations, surpassing every retailer in the world. We revolutionize convenience, restaurants and fuel through cutting edge innovation — working hard to be the customer's first choice. 7-Eleven empowers our employees to "activate awesome" and make a meaningful impact in their stores and communities every day. If you're ready to grow, lead and make a difference, come join our team and help shape the future of convenience.

SWTO, LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary and private fuel delivery fleet of 7-Eleven & SEI Fuels.

We compliment 7-Eleven’s existing carrier portfolio with a fleet of 200+ power units. Our 450+ drivers will deliver ~1.8 billion gallons of gas, diesel and ethanol, mainly to retail convenience stores and commercial fueling centers.

Essential Functions of a Fleet Mechanic at SWTO:

Provides mechanical and technical support for the Company transportation fleet; diagnoses, repairs and maintains Class 8 vehicles, petroleum tank trailers, medium duty specialty vehicles and light duty automotive vehicles; utilizes outside contractors to complete repairs as needed

Responsibilities

• Ensures accurate diagnosis and effective repair and/or replacement of components necessary for safe, proper function of assigned equipment, including, but not limited to, electrical, brakes, chassis, power train, suspension, engine and other specialty items such as PTO’s and petroleum tank truck items
• Completes preventive maintenance and vehicle inspections in accordance with Company fleet practices
• Performs daily inspections of fleet vehicles; completes preventative maintenance and repairs any problems or defects identified during preventative maintenance inspections
• Tests necessary equipment for defect diagnosis and ensures proper repairs have been completed
• Responds to calls when a driver breaks down; determines if an outside contractor is required and ensures that repairs are made efficiently and in a cost effective manner
• Reviews equipment repair history and documents similar repairs; identifies trends and provides tags/parts of repairs for warranty assistance
• Maintains working knowledge of current technologies and equipment being utilized in the transportation fleet. Keeps abreast of manufacturer technical bulletins by attending training seminars and courses
• Maintains a clean, safe work environment in compliance with Company guidelines and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards
• Ensures compliance with Federal, State, and local laws and Company guidelines by completing required trainings, as well as obtaining required certifications
• Performs work in accordance to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requirements
• Performs repairs to building and facility as needed
• Provides timely communication of critical events that need to be considered and/or addressed by Management
• Works on outside equipment, in a safe manner, regardless of weather conditions, as needed
• Completes other duties, including special projects, as assigned by Management

Skill Requirements

• Knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), EPA and OSHA
• Demonstrated expertise with Word, Excel, and other MS Office suite applications
• Ability to conduct and complete Company business in a professional and ethical manner
• Ability to lift equipment weighing in excess of 125 pounds
• Ability to operate hand and power tools and special equipment to complete work assignments
• Good understanding of intra-department functions and operations
• Ability to perform repeated bending, standing and reaching

Offering

• Coverage in medical, dental, life, and vision insurances available
• 401k Plan
• Paid PTO Plans
• Uniform Allowance
• Fuel Discount

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the individuals assigned to this job. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Management reserves the right to amend and change the duties and responsibilities of this job to meet business and organizational needs as necessary.

7-Eleven, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to workplace diversity.

If an hourly or salary range is included in this ad it represents the range 7-Eleven in good faith believes is the range of compensation for this role at the time of this posting. The Company may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range is only applicable for jobs to be performed in this state. This range may be modified in the future. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, long-term incentive compensation, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

For a general description of all benefits 7-Eleven is offering in the US for the position, please visit this link.

For a general description of all benefits 7-Eleven is offering in Canada for the position, please visit this link.