Fleet Mechanic

Bimbo Bakeries USA•Springfield, MO

About The Position

The Fleet Mechanic performs service work, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and DOT/State inspections in the shop for route trucks and semi-trailers, as well as road-call work as needed. The role ensures work assignments are completed and provides feedback to the Lead/Shop Foreman on work issues. The mechanic performs repairs and preventive maintenance so vehicles and equipment are safe and ready to operate, inspects trucks for DOT infractions, and makes timely service calls.

Requirements

At least 3 years of light/medium-duty truck repair experience.
Be at least 21 years of age.
Pass a DOT physical and DOT road test.
Obtain a chauffeur license if the job location is in Indiana, Michigan, or Tennessee.
Be able to lift and push/pull up to 50 pounds, stack/unstack or carry items, and stand and/or stoop for prolonged periods.
Be able to work shifts of 8 or more hours and work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Read and speak English sufficiently to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic signs and signals, respond to official inquiries, and make entries on reports and records.

Responsibilities

Perform service work, troubleshooting, and diagnostics on route trucks and semi-trailers.
Complete DOT/State and federal inspections and repair vehicles as required.
Perform mechanical repairs and preventive maintenance on fleet trucks and other vehicles/equipment.
Ensure vehicles and equipment are safe and ready to operate when needed.
Make service calls in a timely manner, including road calls as needed.
Complete assigned work and provide feedback to the Lead/Shop Foreman about work issues.