Sr Technician

FedEx Freight

Billerica (MA)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 57,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Bonus potential

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Paid parental leave

Paid bereavement

Vacation

Job summary

FedEx Freight seeks a skilled maintenance technician to service tractors, trailers, forklifts and related equipment. You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose complex issues, and execute repairs to keep the fleet safe and efficient.

You will mentor junior technicians, document work thoroughly, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards. This role involves lifting heavy parts and working in varied conditions. Comprehensive benefits and competitive hourly pay apply.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED preferred.
5+ years of vehicle maintenance experience.
Heavy-duty maintenance cert may substitute for 1 year experience.
Master ASE cert may substitute for additional 2 years.
Competent in brakes, electrical, PMI, powertrain and trailing equipment.
Master ASE and Class A CDL preferred.
Proficient in maintenance programs and diagnostic systems.
Valid driver's license may be required.
Ability to lift and handle heavy parts and use lifting devices.

Responsibilities

Repairs, modifies and performs preventive maintenance inspections on fleet equipment.
Performs advanced diagnostics and repairs or rebuilds components.
Adjusts equipment for safe operation and documents work.
Mentors less-experienced technicians.
Ensures accurate documentation and reporting of maintenance activities.
Performs safety inspections and records findings.
Performs paint and body work as required.
Complies with laws, regulations and company policies.
Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Brakes

Electrical systems

Powertrain

PMI

Diagnostics

Team mentoring

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Heavy-duty vehicle maintenance certificate

Master ASE certification

Class A CDL

Tools

Maintenance software

Diagnostic systems

Job description

Starting Rate of Pay: $37.70/ hour

POSITION OVERVIEW

To provide timely, quality, and cost-effective repair and maintenance for vehicle fleet including tractors, trailers, forklifts, and other equipment that requires preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, modifications and repairs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Repairs, modifies and performs preventive maintenance inspections; troubleshoots vehicle fleet including tractors, trailers, forklifts and other equipment
Performs advanced diagnostics to identify source of trouble and performs repairs and/or replaces or rebuilds all components and systems
Makes necessary adjustments to equipment for safe and efficient operation and prepares required safety documentation
Provides guidance and mentoring to less-experienced technicians
Ensures proper and accurate documentation of all maintenance performed, completes reports in writing and electronically
Performs safety inspections of equipment and documents the work
Performs paint and body work on vehicles, as required
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 GED), preferred
Minimum of five (5) years’ experience performing vehicle maintenance
A heavy-duty vehicle maintenance certificate obtained from an accredited vehicle maintenance vocational/trade school may substitute for one-year vehicle maintenance experience.
A Master ASE certification may substitute an additional two year’s vehicle maintenance experience.
Demonstrated competency in repair and maintenance of Brakes, Electrical, PMI, Powertrain, and Trailing Equipment required
Medium/Heavy Truck Master ASE Certification and Class A CDL preferred
Must possess proficient computer skills including maintenance programs, and diagnostic systems
Must possess in-depth knowledge of gas and diesel engines and on-board computers
Experience using precision measurement instruments oxygen/acetylene equipment, and 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
Must possess necessary tools to perform assigned tasks
Valid driver’s license may be required depending on work assignment
Ability to safely operate vehicles equipped with manual or automatic transmissions
Ability to enter and exit the driver’s compartment of the truck and/or behind cab using normal available footholds and handholds
Paint and body work experience preferred
Ability to work independently and/or as a team member
Proficient 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, Inc

FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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.

Pay:

Hourly: $37.70 - $41.02

The compensation listed reflects the pay range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position at the posted location(s). If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the pay information represents the minimum and maximum range for all levels. Actual pay is determined by job-related factors permitted by law and relevant to the position, such as experience, tenure, market level, pay at the location for this job, performance, schedule, and work assignment.