Fleet Technician

Regional Food Bank of Northeastern NY • Town of Colonie, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Maintain a safe fleet of vehicles at the Regional Food Bank.

Requirements

• A minimum of 21 years old and a high school or equivalency diploma.
• A valid New York State Class B CDL drivers license and seven or more years of experience with class 7 and 8 trucks including the ability to diagnose/troubleshoot problems with trucks and trailers.
• Experience repairing 53' trailers.
• Must have experience with mig and stick welders.
• Must provide own hand tools.
• Must possess good customer skills and have the temperment and interpersonal skills to train other Technicians.

Responsibilities

• Follows all safety policies and procedures to ensure a clean and safe working environment for all employees, volunteers and visitors.
• Become knowledegeable on all aspects of preventive maintenance for all vehicle systems.
• Performs advanced diagnostic operations to successfully diagnose vehicle systems failures and accurate repair.
• Examines vehicles to determine the extent of damage or malfuntions.
• Adjusts, removes and replaces clutches and drivelines.
• Overhauls, troubleshoots and repairs diesel and gasoline engines.
• Troubleshoots and repairs fuel tanks, fifth wheels, trailer hitches, pindle hooks, auxiliary axles and frames.
• Performs tandem alignment, front axle king pin and bushings.
• Performs basic aluminum and steel wire welding.
• Files, grinds, sands and smooths filled or repaired surfaces using power tools and hand tools.
• Removes uphostery, accessories, electrical window and seat operating equipment and trim to gain access to vehicles bodies and fenders.
• Maintains a clean and organized workspace.
• Performs inspections and preventive maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
• Performs routine and scheduled maintenance such as oil changes, lubrications and filter replacements.
• Replairs, relines, replaces and adjusts brakes air, hydraulic, electric and brake accessories.
• Troubleshoots and repairs suspension systems including leaf and coil spring systems, and Hendrickson walking beam type suspension systems.
• Troubleshoots and repairs electrcal systems, exhaust systems, steering systems, air counditioning, PTO's and custom exhaust systems.
• Tests drive vehicles and test components using proper equipment.
• Trains other Technicians.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED