Experienced Fleet Trailer Technician

C&S Wholesale Grocers • North Hatfield, MA

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About The Position

As a Fleet Maintenance Trailer Technician, B Level, you will perform core fleet maintenance, primarily on trailer chassis assets, with exposure to other fleet assets. You will perform and troubleshoot preventive maintenance and repairs, complete work orders effectively, and support shop projects that optimize asset uptime and productivity while working safely and supporting the company’s safety culture.

The role includes inspecting assets by individual task with oversight, completing small repairs, conducting post-maintenance inspections, and performing preventive maintenance to internal fleet maintenance and trailer chassis OEM specifications with a tenured technician’s guidance. You will also perform maintenance on lift gates and related components. Training includes reading technical materials, classroom learning, observing experienced technicians, demonstrating proficiency, and completing certifications and competency tests.

This is a third-shift position, Monday through Friday, listed as 11 a.m.–7:30 a.m. Pay depends on experience and skill set and is listed at $24–$38 per hour, with a shift differential. The employer is willing to train candidates with relevant experience. The work environment includes warehouse areas at varying temperatures, including freezer and perishable-product areas. Travel is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma; General Studies is listed.
• Two to five years of experience is listed.
• Mechanical exposure and understanding of internal combustion engine principles; previous work experience is strongly recommended.
• Base understanding of mechanical principles and aptitude to complete heavy-duty equipment repairs with moderate instruction.
• Knowledge of vehicle maintenance systems, commercial truck components, and driver D.O.T. regulations.
• Proficiency in preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of all lift-gate types.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling, and to stand continuously for eight hours with periods of squatting and twisting.
• Ability to use computers for some of the workday.
• Pride in high-quality work and completing repairs correctly the first time; strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work safely in warehouse areas that include freezer and perishable-product temperatures.

Nice To Haves

• ASE certifications.
• Relevant experience; the employer is willing to train candidates with relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Inspect fleet assets by item-level task with oversight.
• Complete small repairs and post-preventive-maintenance inspections.
• Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with internal fleet maintenance and trailer chassis OEM specifications, with guidance from an experienced technician.
• Perform preventive maintenance on lift gates and related components.
• Troubleshoot maintenance issues and repairs on trailer chassis and other fleet assets.
• Complete work orders thoroughly, documenting complaint, cause, correction, and detailed repair history.
• Support other technicians and participate in learning activities to develop technical skills.
• Study and test technical materials, complete certifications, and demonstrate technical competency.
• Support shop projects and related tasks to improve asset uptime and productivity.
• Work safely and contribute to the workplace safety culture.

Benefits

• Paid training.
• Benefits available from day one, including medical, dental, vision, and company-matched 401(k).
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• In certain locations, $100 toward the purchase of safety shoes.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Health & Wellness program.
• Employee discounts and purchasing programs.
• Employee Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

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