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Martin Produce, Inc

Diesel Fleet Technician Service

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What they do

A Diesel Mechanic repairs and rebuilds diesel engines for vehicles like trucks, ships, tractors, and buses.

$57,192 / year median in Illinois

+12% projected growth

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Job Description

POSITION TITLE
DIESEL
FLEET SERVICE TECHNICIAN PURPOSE
The purpose of this position is to provide safe, reliable, and cost-efficient vehicles by performing quality preventative maintenance inspections and repairs as well as performing expert diagnosis and repair as required to prevent breakdown on roads, reduce vehicle downtime and fleet reliability.
DEPARTMENT
Fleet
REPORTS TO
Fleet Manager
PAY RATE
__$29.00-31.00/hour_____________
HOURS/SCHEDULE
Full-Time, 1st shift and 3rd shift available. Monday-Friday Start 7:00 PM Sunday Start 3:00 PM
DRESS CODE
Steel toe boots, KEY
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for fleet preventative maintenance, repairs, and testing of vehicles and equipment Plan, organize, direct, schedule, coordinate, and review fleet work orders for in-house and out-sourced repairs/maintenance Maintain close communication with route scheduler and drivers Coordinate the ordering, purchasing, stocking and inventory of vehicle and equipment parts Perform complex and technical repairs Ensure the appropriate and efficient use of annual assigned budget Ensure record keeping is complete such repair and maintenance records, expenses, etc Maintain technical knowledge regarding mandated regulatory requirements for fleet operations Maintain safe work environment
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
CDL ASE Certification for diesel mechanics or Certification from technical or trade school
WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Minimum of 2 years' experience in diesel and heavy equipment repair Knowledge of principles and practices of fleet maintenance and repair Knowledge and experience in repairing refrigeration units and refrigerant evacuation and recharge Ability to analyze fleet repair, cost and recommend more cost-effective solutions Ability to stay current regarding the latest trends and innovations in fleet repair Ability to communicate clearly and consistently both orally and written Clean driving record
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to lift more than 50 lbs. Ability to sit, stand, walk, and bend for long periods of time Couch, squat, step, kneel Work in extreme temperature Availability on call and after hours
NOTE:
Employees car repair are not allowed during work hours
Pay:
$29.00 - $31.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Experience:
Diesel engine repair: 1 year (Preferred)
Mechanic:
2 years (Preferred) Power tools: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Diesel Mechanic Certification (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person