Fleet Technician/Diesel Mechanic

Fleet Technician

Primo Brands is a leading branded beverage company in North America with a focus on healthy hydration. The Fleet Technician's primary purpose will require the individual to perform preventative and corrective maintenance on fleet vehicles and equipment including gas and diesel engines, hydraulic systems, air brakes, forklifts, tankers, and trailers. Reporting Location: Lafayette, Louisiana Compensation: $32.00 / hour + 6% or 8% shift differential applicable to hours worked (paid weekly) Schedule: Monday Friday (Saturdays dependent on business needs) Start Time: 5:00am until workload completed Benefits of working for Primo Brands: Health Benefits: Medical, prescription, dental, vision, flexible spending account (FSA), dependent care flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA) Retirement/Investing: 401K with a 5% match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Insurance: Employee Life Insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, spouse/domestic partner/child life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment Other great benefits: Employee discounts, save on auto, home, and pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation and sick time, 9 paid holidays and 3 paid floating holidays, paid leave for when you have a baby, adopt a child, or become a foster parent, legal services, identity theft protection, employee assistance program (EAP), adoption reimbursement benefit, FEDlogic, commuter benefits Responsibilities Troubleshoot and repair fleet vehicles and equipment to include planned preventive maintenance, warranty repair, and other scheduled services. Program and record all repair work in Trimble TMT electronic maintenance system and on company PM Cards Electronically bill out parts in Trimble TMT Fleet software or company proprietary systems. Ensure planned preventive maintenance, warranty repair, and other scheduled services are completed daily Assist in education of the Route Sales Representatives' pre and post-trip inspections Adhere to all department policies and procedures; track all required documentation Maintain work area ensuring organization and cleanliness Ensure company safe work practices are always followed Will travel to Lake Charles, Baton Rouge and Alexandria Qualifications Minimum five years hands-on experience in commercial fleet repair (gas, diesel or propane accepted) High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience Accredited vocational / trade school certification preferred Ability to handle physical requirements, including, but not limited to, repeated bending, stretching, twisting, and lifting up to 60 pounds in all work conditions (indoor and outdoor), with or without a reasonable accommodation Ability to secure and maintain a CDL Class B with airbrake endorsement within specified period Ability to secure and maintain T4 (airbrake) certification within specified period Must possess mechanic hand-tools and toolbox for secure storage Self-motivated and capable of working independently without direct supervision Proficient with Microsoft Office programs, Electronic Diagnostic Tools, and Electronic Maintenance Database applications Strong customer service and communication skills Must be willing to travel to Lake Charles, Baton Rouge and Alexandria when needed