Diesel Fleet Mechanic Technician III

About This Role

Provide safe, reliable, and cost-efficient vehicles by performing quality preventive maintenance inspections and repairs. Responsibilities include expert diagnosis and repair to prevent breakdowns, reduce vehicle downtime, and improve total fleet reliability.

Responsibilities

• Perform required inspections and preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment within planned time tolerances
• Perform FAI/CVI (Annual) inspections on all fleet vehicles, including tractors, trailers, and light-duty vehicles, according to regulations
• Perform quality preventive maintenance inspections per company methods on all fleet vehicles and owned equipment
• Perform quality maintenance repairs to maximize safety and reliability on all fleet vehicles and equipment
• Perform preventive maintenance, diagnosis, and repair on refrigeration units (Reefer)
• Address all Driver Vehicle Inspection Report write-ups timely and efficiently
• Diagnose cause of any malfunction and perform repairs to manufacturer specifications on various vehicle systems
• Document all work performed on work orders following established procedures
• Mentor, teach, and share expertise with Fleet Technician I and II
• Perform moderate supervisory roles when Fleet Manager or Fleet Supervisors are not accessible
• Perform electrical repairs and welding projects as needed

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Current and valid driver's license
• Medium / Heavy Duty truck technical training
• Expert knowledge and skill of all vehicle systems and components
• Expert knowledge and skill in diagnosis and repair of electrical systems on all equipment
• Expert knowledge and skill in diagnosis and repair of refrigeration systems
• Expert knowledge and skill in Preventive Maintenance Inspections and repair
• Proficient in electrical meter testing
• Knowledge of controls and electric (DC low voltage)
• Electric motor knowledge (DC)
• Expert knowledge of all DOT (FMCSA) regulations
• Working knowledge of computer-based diagnostic software for OEM's and component manufacturers
• Ability to provide own tools necessary for maintenance, repair, and diagnostics

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• 2-year technical school and 4 years of experience OR 5 years of experience in fleet maintenance and repair

Nice to Have

• CDL preferred
• Moderate knowledge and skill in welding and cutting (gas, electric, MIG, TIG)
• Moderate computer skills and knowledge
• Moderate knowledge of OSHA safety regulations
• Moderate knowledge of environmental regulations

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