Technician

FedEx Freight, Inc.

Schaumburg (IL)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 49,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Tool reimbursement

Shift differential

Job summary

FedEx Freight, Inc is seeking a Mechanic/Technician to maintain diesel tractors, trailers, and related fleet equipment in Schaumburg, IL. The role involves preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs to ensure safe operation and compliance with procedures.

The position offers 2nd shift with a $1/hour differential, field tools allowance, and tuition reimbursement for ASE certifications. Applicants should have relevant ASE or CDL qualifications with strong documentation skills.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required or preferred.
Relevant vehicle maintenance experience or certification.
ASE certifications and a Class A CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive and routine maintenance on tractors, trailers, forklifts, and equipment.
Conduct basic diagnostics and adjust equipment for safe operation.
Document all maintenance and complete reports.
Conduct safety inspections and perform paint/body work as needed.
Operate and troubleshoot diesel engines and related systems.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Diagnostics

Documentation

Safety inspections

Paint and body work

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vehicle maintenance certificate or equivalent

FedEx Freight Apprentice Program completion

Tools

ASE Certifications

Class A CDL

Maintenance tools

Job description

Starting Rate of Pay: $ 32.36 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

Shift Times

2nd shift - Monday-Friday 1400-2230
2nd shift pay differential +$1/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 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.

If you have a disability and you need assistance in order to apply for a position with FedEx Freight, please e-mail at ADAAssistance@fedexfreight.com.

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: $32.36 - $35.58

Compensation listed reflects the pay range or pay rate reasonably expected for this position. 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, performance, schedule, and work assignment.