Diesel Technician
FedEx Freight
2920 Davey Allison Blvd
Bessemer, AL 35020
United States
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Category
Transportation
Industry
Automotive / Motor Vehicles / Parts
Application Closing Date
10/31/2022
Manages Others
No
Experience Required
Yes
Degree Required
No
Security Clearance Required
No
Pay
From $26.75 To $32.80
Per Hour
Employment Type
Employee
Work Schedule
Full-Time
Travel
Some Travel
Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW:

To provide timely, quality, and cost-effective repair and maintenance for vehicle fleet including tractors, trailers, forklifts, and other equipment that requires preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, modifications, and repairs.   

                                                                       

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.  Performs preventative and routine maintenance on tractors, trailers, forklifts, and other equipment

2.  Performs basic diagnostics to identify source of trouble and makes necessary adjustments to equipment for safe and efficient operation

3.  Works with other technicians in performing preventative maintenance and repairs 

4.  Ensures proper and accurate documentation of all maintenance performed, completes reports in writing and electronically

5.  Performs safety inspections of equipment and documents the work

6.  Performs paint and body work on vehicles, as required   

7.  Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures

8.  Perform other duties as required

Disclaimer:  This job description is general in nature and is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.


 
Job Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma (or GED), preferred

Must have one (1) year experience performing vehicle maintenance or either possess (or be within sixty (60) days of obtaining) a vehicle maintenance certificate from an accredited vocation/trade school or completion of the FedEx Freight, Inc. Apprentice Program with satisfactory performance.

One or more Medium/Heavy Truck ASE Certifications and Class A CDL preferred

Must possess necessary tools to perform assigned tasks

Valid driver’s license may be required depending on work assignment

Knowledge of the use and operation of testing equipment, gauges and tools associated with vehicle troubleshooting and repairs

Basic computer skills including maintenance programs, and diagnostic systems

Basic knowledge of gas and diesel engines

Familiarity with precision measurement instruments, oxygen/acetylene equipment, and lifting devices (bottle, floor, wheel, or transmission jacks, floor cranes, etc.) preferred.

Able to frequently lift components weighing approximately 110 pounds with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person

Ability to safely operate vehicles equipped with manual and automatic transmission

Ability to enter and exit driver’s compartment of truck and/or behind cab using normally available foot and handholds

Paint and body work experience preferred

Ability to work independently and/or as a team member

Basic written and verbal communication skills

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job

Exposure to considerable amounts of dust, diesel fumes and noise

May be required to drive service van to off-site locations and perform work

Exposure to climate conditions of the geographic area

Exposure to chemicals, oils, greases, paints or other irritants

Hours may vary due to operational need
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FedEx Freight
Billi Massey
461 Winchester Rd
Memphis TN 38109
United States
FedEx Freight Billi Massey
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