Vehicle Mechanic (Fleet – Heavy & Light Duty)
About The Position
The Vehicle Mechanic diagnoses, repairs, maintains, and overhauls company-owned fleet vehicles and equipment, including light-duty vehicles, heavy-duty trucks, tank trucks, tractors, trailers, and related equipment. The role helps ensure fleet safety, reliability, and compliance with DOT and FMCSA regulations while minimizing vehicle downtime. Work includes diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and fuel-system issues; performing preventive maintenance and road-service repairs; handling heavy truck tires; and maintaining repair documentation and DOT-required paperwork. All work must comply with FMCSA, DOT, and Hazardous Materials Safety Regulations.
Requirements
- 2–4 years of fleet, diesel, or automotive mechanic experience, or equivalent training.
- Valid CDL or ability to obtain a CDL with required hazmat and tank endorsements.
- Strong diagnostic, troubleshooting, and mechanical repair skills.
- Working knowledge of DOT and FMCSA compliance requirements.
- Safe driving record.
- Ability to lift and maneuver parts and tires weighing up to 125 pounds.
- Ability to stand, bend, kneel, climb, and work under vehicles.
Responsibilities
- Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and fuel-system issues through inspection, testing, and road evaluation.
- Repair, rebuild, or replace engines, transmissions, differentials, braking systems, suspension, exhaust, cooling, and fuel systems.
- Troubleshoot and repair diesel and gasoline fuel-injection systems, electrical wiring, lighting, ignition, starters, alternators, and batteries.
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance in accordance with company preventive-maintenance programs.
- Respond to road-service calls and perform on-site repairs or coordinate vehicle recovery.
- Safely remove, repair, and replace heavy truck tires weighing up to 125 pounds.
- Complete accurate maintenance records, repair documentation, and DOT-required paperwork.
- Perform all work in compliance with FMCSA, DOT, and Hazardous Materials Safety Regulations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
