Shop Utility Technician

FedEx Freight, Inc.; Bessemer (AL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight, Inc. in Alabama is seeking a shop assistant to support maintenance of tractors and trailers. Under supervision, you will help with preventive maintenance, inspections, and documentation to keep a safe and efficient fleet.

You will set up jobs, move parts, operate basic tools, and keep the shop clean. The role requires a valid driver's license, ability to lift heavy parts, and basic computer skills to prepare records.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Able to lift up to 110 pounds with assistance.
• Must be 18+ and able to operate vehicles.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs with technicians.
• Set up jobs, clean and maintain shop equipment.
• Prepare electronic and manual records and reports.
• Assist with safety inspections and document work.
• Move parts to/from job site and install/remove parts.
• Maintain a clean work environment and use power/tools as directed.

Skills

High School Diploma

Driver's license

Age 18+

Basic computer skills

Lifting devices training

Heavy lifting (110 lbs)

Operate vehicles

Independent / team

Written & verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Starting Rate of Pay: $ 26.41 per hour

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under supervision, assist with shop duties in providing timely, quality, and cost-effective maintenance for vehicle fleet including tractors, trailers and other equipment that requires inspection preventive maintenance, repairs, and documentation to ensure a safe and efficient fleet of vehicles.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Work with other technicians in performing preventative maintenance and repairs
• Support shop operations by performing duties such as job set up, cleaning and shop equipment maintenance
• Prepare electronic and manual records and reports
• Assist with safety inspections of equipment and document the work.
• Moves parts to and from the job site and removes or installs these parts on vehicle as directed
• Assist with fleet maintenance activities.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Utilize power tools and hand tools to accomplish the job as educated and directed by leadership.
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Disclaimer: This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, essential functions and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• Valid driver's license
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Basic computer skills
• Willing to be educated on proper use of lifting devices (bottle, floor, wheel, or transmission jacks, floor cranes etc.)
• Able to frequently lift components weighing approximately 110 pounds with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person.
• Ability to safely operate vehicles as directed.
• Must be able to enter and exit driver's compartment of truck and/or behind cab using normally available foot and handholds.
• Ability to work independently and/or as a team member.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Exposure to heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job.

Exposure to considerable amounts of dust, diesel fumes and noise

May be required to drive service van to off-site locations and perform work.

Exposure to climate conditions of the geographic area

Exposure to chemicals, oils, greases, paints, or other irritants

Hours may vary due to operational need.

COMPENSATION USEFLSA

Status: [] Exempt [X] Non-Exempt

EST FedEx Freight, IncFedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. If you have a disability and you need assistance in order to apply for a position with FedEx Freight, please e-mail at . FedEx Freight will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.