Diesel / Mechanic Technician

Company: FedEx Freight
Location: Saint Charles
Posted on: May 4, 2022

Job Description:

FedEx Freight has an immediate need for qualified individuals for our Diesel Mechanic Technician position at our operations location in St Charles MO.
Starting pay is $29.55 an hour with a $5,000 sign-on bonus.
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 equipment2.--Performs basic diagnostics to identify source of trouble and makes necessary adjustments to equipment for safe and efficient operation3.--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 electronically5.--Performs safety inspections of equipment and documents the work6.--Performs paint and body work on vehicles, as required------7.--Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures8.--Perform other duties as requiredDisclaimer:----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.
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
    FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans..
    

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