Technician I

Fleetpride; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

FleetPride in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking an entry-level Diesel Technician to perform heavy-duty truck and trailer maintenance in a non-climate controlled environment. You will complete routine services, inspect components, and ensure compliance with standards.

The role requires a Diesel Technology associate degree, 1+ year mechanical experience, Air Brake certification, and a valid driver's license. CDL preferred but not required; lifting 50 lbs may be required.

Qualifications

• Diesel technology degree required.
• Minimum 1 year mechanical experience.
• Air Brake certification required.
• Valid Driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance such as oil changes, lubrications and filter replacements.
• Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes (air, hydraulic, electric and brake accessories).
• Test drive vehicles and components using proper equipment.
• Troubleshoot exhaust and steering systems and air conditioning.
• Record services and parts used and note customer requests.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace.

Skills

Hand tools

Air tools

Grinders

Tool box

Education

Diesel Technology associates degree

Air Brake certified

Valid Driver’s license

Job description

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

Perform heavy-duty truck and trailer maintenance and repairs to both company and federal regulations ( standards, guidelines ). Technician 1 is an entry level opportunity that will require you to perform basic mechanical repairs.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications and filter replacements.


• Maintain 80% productivity.


• Limit comebacks to zero.


• Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes (air, hydraulic, electric and brake accessories).


• Test drive vehicles and test components using proper equipment.


• Troubleshoot and repair, exhaust systems, steering systems, air conditioning.


• Record final measurements, services and parts used during the last stage of a job, noting any special customer request(s).


• File, grind, sand and smooth filled or repaired surfaces, using power tools and hand tools.


• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

• Diesel Technology associates degree.


• 1+ years of mechanical experience.


• Air Brake certified.


• Valid Driver’s licenses.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Experience as a Class 7 and 8 Technician.


• Experience repairing 53’ trailers.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Ability to supply the require tools to perform daily repairs i.e. Hand Tools, Air tools, Grinders and tools box.

Valid CDl preferred but not required.

Ability to lift 50lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Non-climate controlled environment.

FleetPride is the leader in the industry comprised of retail, service, distribution and wholesale divisions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Headquartered in Irving, TX, FleetPride is the nation’s largest distributor of heavy duty parts and service in the independent heavy duty aftermarket.

FleetPride’s sophisticated network of over 450 locations, more than 110 service centers, and six distribution centers ensures customers get the parts and services they need, when and where they need them.

We also offer heavy duty expertise with some of the best and brightest people in the industry.

FleetPride offers career opportunities for self-motivated professionals and now boasts more than 5,500 experts who are empowered and driven to create tailored solutions and solve problems for each customer’s unique needs.