Fleet Service Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Role and Responsibilities:

The Fleet Service Mechanic performs journeyman-level work in repairing, trouble shooting and maintaining a wide variety of diesel, and electric powered equipment. The Technician must know a wide range of mechanical procedures to include electrical, fuel systems, brakes, suspensions, preventative maintenance, welding, and any other related work. 

• Determines vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.
• Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion.
• Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, brake, steering and hydraulics.
• Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.
• Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.
• Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance.
• Provides emergency roadside services, minor repairs, and assists in vehicle recovery.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Successfully pass drug screening.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years journey-level mechanic experience.
• Must be able to provide your own hand tools in both standard and metric and up to a minimum of ½ inch drive.
• Must be willing to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and varying shifts, as required.

Preferred Skills:

• D.O.T. Class A CDL preferred.
• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc.)
• Must be able to work independently.