Technician Apprentice

About the role

Develop knowledge and skills to become a heavy-duty equipment technician and create a career path in Fleet Maintenance at FedEx Freight. Learn how to safely perform preventative maintenance and repairs on a vehicle fleet that includes tractors, trailers, forklifts, and other on- and off-road equipment.

Responsibilities

• Work safely and professionally in a shop / LTL operational environment
• Complete each learning objective timely to develop competency levels in preventative and routine maintenance on tractors, trailers, forklifts, and other equipment
• Work with other technicians in performing preventative maintenance and repairs
• Prepare records and reports both in writing and electronically to document work performed
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies/procedures
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or GED), preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid driver’s license may be required depending on work assignment; Class A CDL preferred
• Ability to safely operate vehicles equipped with manual and automatic transmission
• Ability to enter and exit driver’s compartment of truck and/or behind cab using normally available foot and handholds
• Ability to frequently lift components weighing approximately 110 pounds with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person
• Ability to follow instructions and complete required training
• Ability to stand, bend and twist
• Ability to work independently and/or as a team member
• Basic written and verbal communication skills

Working Conditions

• Exposure to heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job
• Exposure to dust, diesel fumes and noise
• Exposure to climate conditions of the geographic area
• Exposure to chemicals, oils, greases, paints or other irritants

Starting Rate of Pay: $26.53/hour