Technician

FedEx Freight; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ASE certification bonus

Tool reimbursement

Shift differential

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

FedEx Freight is seeking a Mechanic/Technician to maintain and repair our fleet of diesel tractors, trailers, forklifts and related equipment. The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and timely service to ensure safe operation.

Starting pay is $29.04 per hour with additional earnings for ASE Master Certification, tool reimbursement, and other benefits. Must be able to lift heavy components and work independently or with a team in a dynamic fleet environment.

Qualifications

• One year of vehicle maintenance experience or completion of an ASE/Vocational program or FedEx Freight Apprentice with satisfactory performance.
• One or more Medium/Heavy Truck ASE Certifications and Class A CDL preferred.
• Must possess necessary tools to perform tasks.
• Valid driver's license may be required depending on work assignment.
• Knowledge of testing equipment, gauges and tools for troubleshooting.
• Basic computer skills including maintenance software and diagnostics.
• Basic knowledge of gas and diesel engines.
• Familiarity with precision measurement instruments and lifting devices preferred.
• Able to lift components weighing ~110 lbs with assistance.
• Ability to operate trucks with manual and automatic transmissions.
• Paint and body work experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently or as a team.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventative and routine maintenance on tractors, trailers, forklifts, and other equipment.
• Performs basic diagnostics to identify trouble sources and makes necessary adjustments.
• 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 and company policies/procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Diesel engines

Heavy equipment

Diagnostics

Documentation

Tool handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Vehicle maintenance certificate

Job description

Starting Rate of Pay: $ 29.04 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

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