Sr Technician

FedEx Freight, Inc.; Huber Heights (OH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

FedEx Freight, Inc. is seeking a fleet maintenance technician in Ohio to repair and maintain tractors, trailers, forklifts and related equipment. The role covers preventative maintenance, diagnostics and repairs to ensure safe, efficient operation.

The technician will document work, mentor junior staff, and support compliance with safety and company policies. A high school diploma or GED is preferred; ASE certification and CDL are advantageous.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Five years of vehicle maintenance experience.
• A heavy-duty vehicle maintenance certificate can substitute for experience.
• Master ASE certification may substitute for more experience.
• Competency in brakes, electrical, PMI, powertrain, and trailing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs, preventive maintenance and inspections on fleet equipment.
• Diagnose issues and perform repairs or component replacement.
• Adjust equipment for safe operation and complete safety documentation.
• Provide guidance to less-experienced technicians.
• Document all maintenance in reports, written and electronic.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Diagnostics

Documentation

Team mentoring

Computer skills

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ASE certification beneficial

CDL preferred

Tools

Brakes

Powertrain

Gas/Diesel engines

On-board computers

Measurement instruments

Job description

Starting Rate of Pay: $36.17/ 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, 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.