Heavy Duty Technician

Fleet Services by Cox Automotive keeps your fleet moving! Headquartered in Indianapolis, Fleet Services is one of the largest fleet maintenance companies in the country and the leading provider of on-site mobile maintenance and repair services nationwide. We offer mobile on-site fleet service for light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks and trailers, as well as services through 50+ nationwide service centers, including accident repair, painting, refurbishment, and heavy mechanical repair. Supported by a 24/7 in-house call center, we provide scheduled and unscheduled services to fleets anywhere, anytime.

About the role

The Heavy-Duty Technician will maintain and repair a variety of trucks and equipment involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair rental equipment involving mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and diesel systems.
• Read diagrams, schematic drawings, and service manuals on equipment.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair heavy equipment, off-road equipment, and cranes (light crane work).
• Repair electrical and mechanical components.
• Maintain electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical knowledge via ongoing training, industry workshops, and technical reading.
• Carry out preventative maintenance programs for mobile equipment.
• Observe competitive activities and contribute to company image and reputation.
• Manage and maintain assigned tools and equipment.
• Maintain and follow driving guidelines for assigned company vehicle.
• Identify and request replacement parts to perform repairs.
• Complete all paperwork thoroughly and in a timely fashion.
• Understand and comply with all Safety and Environmental requirements.
• Perform all other duties as required by Supervisor within the physical constraints of the job.

Requirements

• 3-5 years' experience in the heavy equipment repair industry.
• Extensive knowledge of all aspects of heavy equipment.
• Off-road equipment experience.
• Light crane repair experience.
• Knowledge of gas and diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, electrical systems, etc.
• Familiarity with hydraulic and electrical schematics.
• Able to perform tasks independently.
• Must have own hand tools.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Skills & Abilities

• Understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Ability to lift, bend, climb, stand, and walk for long periods of time; ability to perform moderately heavy laboring work.
• Ability to exert oneself physically over long periods without tiring, including performing repetitive tasks.
• Communicates information (facts, ideas, or messages) in a succinct and organized manner; engages in effective two-way communication with individuals and groups.
• Ability to determine the type of tools and equipment needed.
• Ability to accurately judge distances between objects and the observer.
• Use logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

Benefits

• Production-based pay ranging from $26.73 to $40.10 per flag hour based on location.
• Eligibility for additional compensation, including commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or incentive programs.
• Safety boots and safety glasses reimbursement.
• Uniforms provided with laundry service where available.
• Technical training to advance your career.
• Dedicated career path—over 50% of front-line managers are promoted from within.