Fleet Mechanic

Loomis • Springfield, MO

3d

About The Position

This position is responsible for fleet operations and maintenance and reports to the Branch Manager. The Fleet Mechanic services and repairs fleet vehicles of all sizes, performs preventive maintenance, diagnoses and repairs mechanical, engine, and electrical problems, and handles vehicle testing and parts-related tasks.

Work is performed in a semi-enclosed structure and outdoors. The environment involves chemical handling, gasoline and diesel fumes, intermittent high noise exposure, wet and dry conditions, and extreme heat and/or cold. The full-time schedule averages 40 hours per week over a 5-day period.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience; dealership experience is preferred.
• Possess a valid driver’s license (Class C or better) and be able to drive automatic and standard-transmission vehicles weighing from 2,000 to 50,000 pounds.
• Meet qualifications outlined in Section 391 of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• Meet DOT standards to achieve brake and annual inspection certifications.
• Have at least 1 year of experience or a certificate from an approved training program for brake and annual inspection certifications.
• Be able to read and understand technical service manuals, repair orders, labels, and gauges in English.
• Be able to write work orders and purchase orders.
• Be able to communicate verbally in English by telephone for ordering parts and supplies.

Nice To Haves

• Foreign and domestic vehicle experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair all fleet vehicles.
• Perform preventive maintenance, including lubrication, oil changes, belt and hose replacement, brake inspections, bearing repacking, and tire checks on vehicles of all sizes.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, engine, and electrical irregularities or malfunctions on vehicles of all sizes.
• Drive automatic and standard-transmission vehicles for testing, transfer, and parts pickup or delivery.
• Perform inventory and order parts and supplies as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed