Technician

FedEx Freight; Town of Geddes (VT, NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled technician to provide essential maintenance and repair services for a diverse fleet of vehicles. This role involves performing preventative maintenance, conducting diagnostics, and ensuring safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in vehicle maintenance, possess relevant certifications, and demonstrate the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Join a dynamic environment where your skills will contribute to the efficient operation of a vital service. This is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to advance their career in vehicle repair and maintenance.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• One year experience in vehicle maintenance preferred.
• Knowledge of gas and diesel engines is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and routine maintenance on vehicles.
• Ensure proper documentation of all maintenance performed.

Skills

Vehicle Maintenance

Basic Diagnostics

Safety Inspections

Basic Computer Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vehicle Maintenance Certificate

Tools

Testing Equipment

Precision Measurement Instruments

Oxygen/Acetylene Equipment

Job description

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, responsibilities 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

Preferred Qualifications:

Pay Transparency: 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).

Pay: Pay Range: $29.79 - $32.92 per hour

Additional Details: Starting Rate of Pay: $29.79 / hour

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 call 800-888-8252 or 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.