Lead Fabricator- Tech B

Job Description

Job Description

WHY JOIN THE FLEET DIRECT TRUCK AND TRAILER SALES TEAM? 

Ready to drive your career to new heights? Fleet Direct Truck and Trailer Sales is on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our dynamic team! If you’re fueled by ambition and a love for all things trucks and trailers, we want YOU! 

As part of our family, you’ll have the opportunity to steer your career in the right direction. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or a fresh graduate eager to hit the road running, Fleet Direct is the perfect pit stop for your career journey. 

Explore endless possibilities, collaborate with a diverse team, and accelerate your success in an industry that’s always on the move. We offer competitive benefits, a supportive work environment, and a roadmap for growth within the company. 

Don’t just follow the path - help us pave it! Join Fleet Direct Truck and Trailer Sales and drive your ambitions into a future full of opportunities. 

BENEFITS 

• Excellent Insurance Coverage: Health, dental and vision plans available.
• Disability Insurance: Company-paid short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.
• Paid Time Off: Sick, personal, vacation and holidays.
• 401k: Retirement savings with company match.
• Life Insurance: $150,00.00 company-paid life insurance.
• Uniform Allowance: Spend less out of pocket.
• Employee Discounts: Receive discounts on goods and services from our partners.

• And More: Voluntary benefits including accident, hospital indemnity, & critical illness.

MORE ABOUT THE LEAD FABRICATOR ROLE: 

What will the Lead Fabricator do? 

The Lead Fabricator will support the team during the second shift by maintaining diesel equipment operations, completing inspections and preventive maintenance requirements; correcting vehicle deficiencies; making adjustments and alignments; and keeping records. 

What is the Lead Fabricator responsible for? 

1. Perform proficient inspection, diagnosis and moderately complex repair of assigned vehicles and equipment to include structural components and non- structural components of head rack and trailer assemblies.
2. Fabricate and welding of head rack and trailers to make repairs from normal wear and tear, accident repairs, driver damage and structural integrity from rust or other outside factors. 
3. Inspect the quality of outside/supplier repairs and or rebuilds. Assess structural damage and assign needed repairs utilizing the most appropriate method(s).
4. Conduct safety checks on trucks.
5. Perform maintenance related work as required.
6. Maintains a clear line of communication to the Lead Mechanic/Foreman and other staff in the maintenance department.
7. Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance.
8. Contains costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options.
9. Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.
10. Occasionally may perform service calls for emergency breakdowns.
11. Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate/OSHA Standards and perform all work in accordance with established procedures.

What knowledge, skills and abilities are required for the Lead Fabricator role? 

1. Class A CDL license is preferred but not required. 
2. Certified welder is preferred but not required. 
3. 5+ years’ experience in class 8 tractor truck maintenance and/or equivalent schooling, background of hydraulics a plus. 
4. Experience with electronic diagnostics. 
5. Experience with Peterbilt chassis a plus. 
6. Knowledge of DOT compliance, laws, rules, regulations and safety is helpful. 
7. Knowledge of transportation management system, a plus. 
8. Computer literate.  Microsoft, Outlook and Excel a plus. 
9. Attention to detail and possess a high level of accuracy. 
10. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and ability to stay calm under pressure. 
11. Strong interpersonal skills to develop and maintain positive relationships with dispatch team and auto haulers. 
12. Excellent communication skills both internally and with customers. 
13. Work may require more than 40 hours per week. 

What are the physical demands of the Lead Fabricator role? 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.  

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit/stand for most of his/her job duties.  There is the need to frequently walk and sit.  There will be a great deal of standing, stooping, kneeling, bending, lifting and reaching for some of his/her job duties.