Fleet Technician Lead

Sysco•Raleigh, NC

1d•$48

About The Position

The Fleet Technician Lead provides safe, reliable, and cost-efficient vehicles by performing preventive maintenance inspections and repairs, diagnosing problems, and completing repairs to reduce roadside breakdowns and vehicle downtime and improve fleet reliability. The role may perform supervisory duties when fleet supervisors or the manager are unavailable, and mentors Fleet Technician I and II employees. The position calls for clear repair decisions, daily communication with fleet leadership, and working within established parameters. The technician inspects and maintains vehicles, completes required annual and other regulatory inspections, responds promptly to driver inspection reports, and diagnoses and repairs a broad range of vehicle systems. Work must follow manufacturer specifications and be documented on work orders using a complaint, cause, and correction format. The role also requires learning and using Sysco computer programs. The position is based in a fleet maintenance environment and frequently involves outdoor work, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, vibration, and loud noise. The employee may occasionally encounter extreme heat or cold. The job requires physical activity including standing, walking, climbing, bending, reaching, handling tools, and lifting or moving items up to 75 pounds. Pay is up to $48.17 per hour based on experience; second- or third-shift availability is offered. An annual boot and tool allowance and benefits are mentioned.

Requirements

Heavy-duty truck technical training.
High school diploma.
Current and valid driver's license; a CDL is preferred but not required.
Either two years of schooling and four years of experience, or five years of fleet maintenance and repair experience.
Knowledge of annual inspection and brake inspector certification requirements.
Working knowledge of computer-based diagnostic software for OEMs and component manufacturers.
Provide personal tools needed for maintenance, repair, and diagnostics; Sysco provides diagnostic equipment and major tools.
Expert knowledge of vehicle systems and components, electrical-system diagnosis and repair, refrigeration-system diagnosis and repair, preventive maintenance inspections, and repairs.
Moderate knowledge and skill in welding and cutting, including gas, electric, MIG, and TIG.
Moderate computer skills and knowledge.
Expert knowledge of DOT (FMCSA) regulations.
Moderate knowledge of OSHA safety and environmental regulations.
Ability to perform the physical activities and meet the physical demands described, including frequent lifting or moving of items up to 75 pounds, dexterous use of hand tools, and operation of various equipment.
Ability to work in conditions involving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, vibration, loud noise, outdoor weather, and occasional extreme heat or cold.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a leadership role.
CDL.
ASE certifications for automotive or medium/heavy-duty trucks.
Mobile Refrigeration (EPA 608) Type II Certification.
Mobile Air Conditioning (EPA 609) Certification.

Responsibilities

Perform supervisory duties when fleet supervisors or the manager are unavailable.
Mentor, teach, and share expertise with Fleet Technician I and II employees to support their development.
Make clear and concise decisions concerning fleet repairs and vehicle availability for operations teams.
Communicate and report daily to the fleet supervisor or manager.
Perform required vehicle inspections and preventive maintenance within planned time tolerances.
Promote fleet safety, reliability, and cost efficiency throughout vehicle life cycles.
Perform annual FAI/CVI inspections and other required inspections in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
Address driver vehicle inspection report write-ups promptly and efficiently.
Diagnose malfunctions and repair vehicle systems to manufacturer specifications, including refrigeration, engine, transmission, driveline, steering, suspension, fuel, ignition, exhaust, intake, electrical, brake, HVAC, and lift-gate systems.
Document work performed on work orders using the complaint, cause, and correction format.
Learn and use Sysco computer programs efficiently.
Work within designated parameters and communicate upward before exceeding them.