Fleet Technician

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Job Summary:

Job Description

Essential Functions

• Perform repair work on vehicles such as breakdowns, malfunctions and emergency roadside repair in a safe efficient, and quality manner. Comply with all state and federal regulations in regards to vehicle maintenance and repairs.
• Perform required inspections and preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment to maximize the safety, productivity, and life of the unit.
• Repair and maintain all Goodwill Industries forklifts and other warehouse equipment, as assigned within scheduled time frame, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Perform maintenance and repair welding on equipment. Fabricate parts as required including any design work needed.
• Be knowledgeable of and comply with all company policies and procedures, as well as legal requirements, at all times.
• Perform DOT inspections.
• Perform preventive maintenance on trucks such as fluid changes, lubrications, safety inspections, and brake repairs.
• Regular, reliable attendance, as defined in Goodwill’s attendance policy.
• Other duties as assigned by management.
• Fabricate parts as needed to complete repair including any design work. Perform welding repair to manufacturer's guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Skills:

Education

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Skilled in diagnosis and repair of electrical systems on trucks and equipment.
• Skilled in welding and cutting.
• Skilled in DOT inspections.
• Ability to operate various pieces of equipment.

Experience

• Five (5) years experience in the maintenance of transportation equipment is required.
• Current and valid driver's license - Must be able to pass MVR search.
• DOT Certification

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of engines and controls.
• Knowledge of transmissions and controls.
• Knowledge of brakes and suspensions.
• Self-motivated to work independently toward agreed upon goals and objectives.
• Possess written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to relate well with clients, employees, and others interfacing with the transportation department, donation department and production department.
• Basic computer skills.
• Welding, electrical, hydraulics, diesel/gasoline/propane mechanics, air brakes, painting, working with sheet metal, HVAC and mounting and dismounting tires.

Preferred Education / Experience / Knowledge & Skills / Certifications & License

• Prefer certification from an accredited school in diesel/gasoline/propane mechanics