Sr Technician

FedEx Freight, Inc.; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift Differential Pay

Tool Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

ASE Certification Bonus

Job summary

FedEx Freight, Inc. is seeking a Mechanic/Technician to maintain and repair a diesel fleet including tractors, trailers, forklifts, and related equipment. The role requires extensive repair knowledge, diagnostics, and adherence to safety procedures.

Starting pay is $37.70 per hour with potential increase to $41.02; eligible for shift differential, tool reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and ASE-related benefits. Must meet the listed qualifications and be able to lift up to 110 pounds.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated five years of vehicle maintenance experience or equivalent.
• Master ASE certification or higher preferred; CDL may substitute experience.
• Strong computer skills and familiarity with maintenance programs and diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Repair, modify, and perform preventive maintenance on diesel tractors, trailers, and forklifts.
• Diagnose faults with advanced diagnostics and perform necessary repairs or rebuilds.
• Provide safety documentation and documentation of work performed.
• Mentor less-experienced technicians and maintain accurate records.
• Perform paint/body work and ensure compliance with laws and policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Five years experience

Strong communication

Independence & teamwork

Safety compliance

Manual transmission operation

Mentoring others

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Heavy-Duty Vehicle Maint. Certificate

Master ASE Certification

Class A CDL (preferred)

Tools

Maintenance software

Diagnostics systems

Precision measurement tools

Job description

Starting Rate of Pay: $37.70 per hour

As a Mechanic / Technician with FedEx Freight, you will use your heavy equipment experience and/or diesel mechanic education to maintain and repair our fleet of diesel tractors. Diesel mechanics are also responsible for trailers, forklifts, and other equipment that requires preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, modifications, and repairs.

Benefits for Fleet Maintenance Technicians:

• Additional $5.50 per hour for candidates with A.S.E. Master Certification
• $1,000 Annual Tool Reimbursement Allowance
• Shift Differential Pay Available
• Tuition Reimbursement for Diesel Mechanic ASE Certifications

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 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 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.
• Complies with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures.
• Performs other assignments (or 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 of vehicle maintenance experience
• A Master ASE certification may substitute for an additional two years of 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 up to 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 USE

FLSA Status: [x] Exempt [ ] Non-Exempt

EST FedEx Freight, Inc

FedEx 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.

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.

Eligible employees offered health, vision, and dental insurance, personal/sick paid time, 401(k) retirement savings plan, bonus potential, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, paid bereavement, vacation (FT only), paid holidays (FT only).