Fleet Maintenance Technician – Heavy Equipment

Location: Geismar, Louisiana

Schedule

Monday–Thursday: 6:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Friday: 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
Evenings and weekends as operational needs require

About the role

Bengal Transportation Services is seeking a dependable Fleet Maintenance Technician – Heavy Equipment to perform preventive maintenance, inspections, cleaning and minor repairs on our fleet of cranes and heavy equipment. Equipment includes crawler cranes, hydraulic and truck cranes, forklifts, telescopic handlers/Lulls and other heavy equipment. This position does not service tractor-trailers or semi-trucks. The technician will operate a company service vehicle throughout Bengal's yard and must be capable of working independently with minimal oversight and direction.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance services on cranes and heavy equipment.
• Complete oil and filter changes, lubrication, greasing, fluid checks and other routine maintenance.
• Wash and detail equipment.
• Inspect equipment for leaks, damage, excessive wear and other maintenance or safety concerns.
• Accurately document completed inspections, maintenance performed and repairs needed.
• Collect oil samples for analysis as required.
• Perform minor repairs identified during inspections, including replacing light bulbs, wiper blades and similar components.
• Assist mechanics with equipment repairs and maintenance as needed.
• Safely operate and maintain the assigned company service vehicle.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the service vehicle.
• Clean and organize the shop and work area after use.
• Properly handle tools, filters, lubricants, fluids and other maintenance materials.
• Follow all company safety policies and established maintenance procedures.
• Complete assigned work independently with minimal supervision.

Requirements

• Must be at least 23 years old to meet company vehicle eligibility requirements.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle Record review and maintain an acceptable driving record.
• Basic knowledge of heavy-equipment preventive maintenance, lubrication and inspection procedures preferred.
• Ability to recognize and document leaks, worn components, damage and needed repairs.
• Ability to follow maintenance schedules, instructions and safety procedures.
• Must be dependable, organized and capable of working independently.
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends when needed.
• Ability to work outdoors and in shop and yard environments.
• Ability to climb on and off equipment and regularly bend, kneel, reach, lift and handle tools and maintenance materials.

Preferred Credentials and Training

• Current Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) preferred.
• Current Alliance Safety Council training credentials preferred.
• Current Security Passport preferred.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of:

• Pre-employment drug screen
• Background check
• Motor Vehicle Record review

Required Tools

The technician must provide the basic hand tools necessary to perform routine maintenance, including but not limited to:

• Wrenches
• Sockets and ratchets
• Hammers
• Filter wrenches
• Grease gun
• Other commonly used basic hand tools

Bengal will provide specialty tools and equipment required for the position.

Benefits

• Direct deposit paid weekly
• Major medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) plan

Pay

Paid weekly via direct deposit.