Fleet Mechanic III

Keurig Dr Pepper•Woodbridge Township, NJ

11d•$33 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The Fleet Mechanic III supports the fleet shop in Avenel, New Jersey. The role performs scheduled preventive maintenance and repairs on automobiles, light- and heavy-duty trucks, trailers, vans, and forklifts. It also involves disassembling and overhauling motors, transmissions, clutches, rear ends, and electrical systems; completing required documentation and vehicle records; and managing parts ordering and inventory. The mechanic will mentor Class I and Class II mechanics. The schedule is Monday through Friday, from 5:00 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. or until work is finished. Flexibility to work overtime and weekends as needed is required. Starting pay is $33.36 per hour, increasing to $35.11 per hour in the quarter after the employee's six-month anniversary.

Requirements

At least one year of fleet mechanic experience.
Ability to work on all types of vehicles, including diesel trucks and electric and propane forklifts.
Ability to lift, push, and pull at least 50 pounds.
Ability to supply a personal set of tools needed to perform the job.
Willingness and ability to obtain required certifications and licenses within the first year of employment, including ASE Heavy and Medium Duty certification, a DOT Commercial Driver's License (CDL A), DOT brake and annual inspection certification, and A/C certification.
Self-motivation, communication skills, problem-solving ability, technical aptitude, and willingness to continue learning.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and necessary repairs on automobiles, light- and heavy-duty trucks, trailers, vans, and forklifts.
Disassemble and overhaul motors, transmissions, clutches, rear ends, and electrical systems.
Complete necessary documentation, including vehicle records.
Manage parts ordering and inventory.
Mentor Class I and Class II mechanics.