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A Heavy Equipment Mechanic maintains and repairs heavy equipment like construction vehicles and fire trucks.

$56,403 / year median in Pennsylvania

+9% projected growth

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sr technician Gibsonia, PA 5 DAYS AGO 22708942 Summary Gibsonia, PA In-Person Competitive Salary 5 Years Experience High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED) No Commission 40.00 hours per week / Day Shift / Full-Time
Description Starting Rate of Pay:
$ 36.17 per hour As a Mechanic / Technician with FedEx Freight, you will use your heavy equipment experience and/or diesel mechanic education to maintain and repair our fleet of diesel tractors. Diesel mechanics are also responsible for trailers, forklifts, and other equipment that requires preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, modifications, and repairs. Benefits for
Fleet Maintenance Technicians:
  • Additional $5.50 per hour for candidates with A.S.E. Master Certification
  • $1,000 Annual Tool Reimbursement Allowance
  • Shift Differential Pay Available
  • Tuition Reimbursement for Diesel Mechanic ASE Certifications
POSITION OVERVIEW
To provide timely, quality, and cost-effective repair and maintenance for vehicle fleet including tractors, trailers, forklifts, and other equipment that requires preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, modifications and repairs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Repairs, modifies and performs preventive maintenance inspections; troubleshoots vehicle fleet including tractors, trailers, forklifts and other equipment Performs advanced diagnostics to identify source of trouble and performs repairs and/or replaces or rebuilds all components and systems Makes necessary adjustments to equipment for safe and efficient operation and prepares required safety documentation Provides guidance and mentoring to less-experienced technicians Ensures proper and accurate documentation of all maintenance performed, completes reports in writing and electronically Performs safety inspections of equipment and documents the work Performs paint and body work on vehicles, as required Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures 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, essential functions and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma (or GED), preferred Minimum of five (5) years' experience performing vehicle maintenance A heavy-duty vehicle maintenance certificate obtained from an accredited vehicle maintenance vocational/trade school may substitute for one-year vehicle maintenance experience. A Master ASE certification may substitute an additional two year's vehicle maintenance experience. Demonstrated competency in repair and maintenance of Brakes, Electrical, PMI, Powertrain, and Trailing Equipment required Medium/Heavy Truck Master ASE Certification and Class A CDL preferred Must possess proficient computer skills including maintenance programs, and diagnostic systems Must possess in-depth knowledge of gas and diesel engines and on-board computers Experience using precision measurement instruments oxygen/acetylene equipment, and lifting devices (bottle, floor, wheel, or transmission jacks, floor cranes, etc.). Able to frequently lift components weighing approximately 110 pounds with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person Must possess necessary tools to perform assigned tasks Valid driver's license may be required depending on work assignment Ability to safely operate vehicles equipped with manual or automatic transmissions Ability to enter and exit the driver's compartment of the truck and/or behind cab using normal available footholds and handholds Paint and body work experience preferred Ability to work independently and/or as a team member Proficient written and verbal communication skills High School Diploma (or GED), preferred Minimum of five (5) years' experience performing vehicle maintenance A heavy-duty vehicle maintenance certificate obtained from an accredited vehicle maintenance vocational/trade school may substitute for one-year vehicle maintenance experience. A Master ASE certification may substitute an additional two year's vehicle maintenance experience. Demonstrated competency in repair and maintenance of Brakes, Electrical, PMI, Powertrain, and Trailing Equipment required Medium/Heavy Truck Master ASE Certification and Class A CDL preferred Must possess proficient computer skills including maintenance programs, and diagnostic systems Must possess in-depth knowledge of gas and diesel engines and on-board computers Experience using precision measurement instruments oxygen/acetylene equipment, and lifting devices (bottle, floor, wheel, or transmission jacks, floor cranes, etc.). Able to frequently lift components weighing approximately 110 pounds with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person Must possess necessary tools to perform assigned tasks Valid driver's license may be required depending on work assignment Ability to safely operate vehicles equipped with manual or automatic transmissions Ability to enter and exit the driver's compartment of the truck and/or behind cab using normal available footholds and handholds Paint and body work experience preferred Ability to work independently and/or as a team member Proficient written and verbal communication skills
WORKING CONDITIONS
Exposure to heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the jobExposure to considerable amounts of dust, diesel fumes and noiseMay be required to drive service van to off-site locations and perform workExposure to climate conditions of the geographic areaExposure to chemicals, oils, greases, paints or other irritantsHours may vary due to operational need
COMPENSATION USEFLSA
Status:
[ ] Exempt [X] Non-Exempt EST FedEx Freight, Inc FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans. If you have a disability and you need assistance in order to apply for a position with FedEx Freight, please e-mail at ADAAssistance@fedexfreight.com. FedEx Freight will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. FedEx Freight is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran. Additional Details
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