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Location
Texarkana, AR
Job status
Full time
Benefits
Paid personal time, Paid holidays, Paid vacation, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Health Insurance
Pay
$22.00 Hourly
Job description
FedEx Freight has job openings for individuals to fill our Shop Technician position at our Texarkana facility.
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, repairs, modifications and documentation to ensure a safe and efficient fleet of vehicles.
Education requirements
High School Diploma (or GED)
Medium/Heavy Truck Master ASE Certification preferred
Class A CDL preferred
Brake Inspection Certification eligible
Experience requirements
Must have a minimum of three (3) 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
Experience using oxygen/acetylene equipment (cutting, heating, bending, fabricating equipment during repair)
Experience using lifting devices (bottle, floor, wheel, or transmission jacks, floor cranes, etc.)
Experience using precision measurement instruments (micrometers, dial indicators, electronic multimeters/testers, A/C charging station, etc.)
Qualifications
Must possess necessary tools to perform assigned tasks
Valid drivers license may be required depending on work assignment
Must possess proficient computer skills including email, maintenance programs, and diagnostic systems
Must possess in-depth knowledge of late model gas and diesel engines and on-board computers
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 or automatic transmissions
Ability to enter and exit the drivers compartment of the truck and/or behind cab using normal available footholds and handholds
If paint and body work duties required, experience required
If forklift repair duties required, prior forklift repair experience required
Ability to follow instructions and complete required training
Ability to work independently and/or as a team member
Proficient written and verbal communication skills
Responsibilities
1. Performs preventative and routine maintenance on tractors, trailers, forklifts, and other equipment (which will include the use of diagnostic equipment)
2. Diagnoses cause of malfunctions and performs repairs from preventative maintenance up to component replacements
3. Diagnoses and trouble shoots general vehicle operating systems
4. Documents work performed, prepares vehicle records and reports in writing and electronically
5. Works with other technicians or independently in performing preventative maintenance and repairs
6. Performs necessary adjustments in equipment to ensure safe and efficient operations and prepares required safety documentation
7. Performs paint and body work on vehicles, as required
8. Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
9. Perform other duties as required
Work hours
Hours may vary due to operational need
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
Additional employee benefits for this position include: shift pay differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts, and safety shoe reimbursement.
We are an EOE Employer.
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.
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