Technician

FedEx Freight; North Arlington (NJ); On-site; USD 46,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional $5.50 per hour for ASE Cert

$1,000 Annual Tool Reimbursement

Shift Differential Pay

Tuition Reimbursement for ASE

Job summary

FedEx Freight is seeking a Mechanic/Technician to maintain and repair diesel tractors, trailers, forklifts, and other fleet equipment. The role requires preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and proper documentation.

Starting pay is hourly with potential certifications and training opportunities; benefits include tuition reimbursement and other program perks. Strong safety awareness and ability to lift heavy components are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or GED) preferred.
• One year vehicle maintenance experience or certificate within 60 days.
• ASE certifications and CDL preferred.
• Must possess necessary tools to perform tasks.
• Valid driver’s license may be required.
• Knowledge of testing equipment and diagnostic systems.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to operate manual/automatic transmissions.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and routine maintenance on tractors, trailers, forklifts, and other equipment.
• Perform basic diagnostics to identify trouble sources and adjust equipment.
• Work with other technicians on preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Document maintenance and complete reports written and electronic.
• Perform safety inspections and document results.
• Perform paint and body work as required.
• Comply with laws, regulations, and company policies.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance experience

Diagnose and troubleshoot

Basic computer skills

Safety and documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma (or GED)

FedEx Freight Apprentice Program completion

ASE Certifications (Medium/Heavy Truck)

Class A CDL preferred

Tools

Testing equipment & gauges

Diagnostic systems

Oxygen/acetylene equipment

Floor jacks & lifting devices

Job description

Starting Rate of Pay: $33.33 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 preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, modifications, and repairs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs preventative and routine maintenance on tractors, trailers, forklifts, and other equipment
• Performs basic diagnostics to identify source of trouble and makes necessary adjustments to equipment for safe and efficient operation
• Works with other technicians in performing preventative maintenance and repairs
• 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
• Must have one (1) year experience performing vehicle maintenance or either possess (or be within sixty (60) days of obtaining) a vehicle maintenance certificate from an accredited vocation/trade school or completion of the FedEx Freight, Inc. Apprentice Program with satisfactory performance.
• One or more Medium/Heavy Truck ASE Certifications and Class A CDL preferred
• Must possess necessary tools to perform assigned tasks
• Valid driver’s license may be required depending on work assignment
• Knowledge of the use and operation of testing equipment, gauges and tools associated with vehicle troubleshooting and repairs
• Basic computer skills including maintenance programs, and diagnostic systems
• Basic knowledge of gas and diesel engines
• Familiarity with precision measurement instruments, oxygen/acetylene equipment, and lifting devices (bottle, floor, wheel, or transmission jacks, floor cranes, etc.) preferred.
• Able to frequently lift components weighing approximately 110 pounds with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person
• Ability to safely operate vehicles equipped with manual and automatic transmission
• Ability to enter and exit driver’s compartment of truck and/or behind cab using normally available foot and handholds
• Paint and body work experience preferred
• 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 USE

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

EST FedEx Freight, Inc

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

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Pay:

Hourly: $34.23 - $34.23

This compensation range is a reasonable estimate of the current starting pay range in NJ. If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the range is a reasonable estimate of the current starting salary for the lowest level to the current starting salary of the highest level. Actual starting pay is determined by experience relative to the job, market level, specific location and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Regular full & part-time employees (who complete 91 days of employment and work a minimum average of 12 hours per week) are eligible to enroll in medical, dental, and/or vision coverage, tuition reimbursement. Full/part-time employees who are age 21 are eligible for 401(k) after one month of employment.