Shop Utility Technician

FedEx Freight, Inc.; Edwardsville (KS); On-site; USD 53,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight, Inc. is seeking a maintenance helper to assist in keeping our vehicle fleet in safe, reliable condition. You will support preventive maintenance, repairs, and documentation for tractors, trailers, and related equipment.

Under supervision, you will help with shop duties, safety inspections, and record-keeping while following company policies. A valid driver's license and ability to lift heavy parts are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Basic computer skills.
• Willing to be educated on lifting devices and procedures.
• Able to lift up to 110 pounds with assistance.
• Able to safely operate vehicles as directed.
• Able to enter/exit driver’s compartment and work independently or in a team.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preventive maintenance and repairs of tractors, trailers, and equipment.
• Support shop operations, including job setup, organization, and tool maintenance.
• Prepare electronic and manual records and reports.
• Assist with safety inspections and document work performed.
• Move parts to/from job site and install components on vehicles as directed.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Use power and hand tools as directed by leadership.
• Comply with laws, regulations, and company policies.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Able to lift 110 pounds

Basic computer skills

Teamwork / independence

Basic written and verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Starting Rate of Pay: $25.64/ 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 [e-mail]. 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.