Position Summary
The Fleet Service Mechanic is responsible for inspecting, diagnosing and performing necessary maintenance and repairs for CoServ’s light and heavy-duty vehicles, trailers, and construction equipment as assigned. Perform light and heavy-duty preventive maintenance such as changing oil, checking and refilling other vehicle fluids, replacing filters, and inspecting and replacing lights and wipers, cleaning and lubricating components of a vehicle, trailer, and construction equipment. Perform light and heavy-duty repairs such as brakes, exhaust system, diagnosis, tire service and repair, and other mechanical repairs.
Primary Position Responsibilities
•Perform work specified on the repair order with efficiency and in accordance with industry best practices.
•Test drive vehicles, and test components and systems, using diagnostic tools and special service equipment.
•Diagnose, maintain, and repair gas and diesel automotive systems.
•Communicate directly with the Fleet Coordinator (FC)/Manager (FM) so they can be informed if any additional service is needed.
•Complete necessary paperwork and documentation.
•Inspect and test new vehicles and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made.
•Continue ongoing company and manufacturing training to stay current with changing technology and new vehicle models.
•Performs light and heavy-duty tire diagnostic and repair.
•Dismount, replace, mount and reprogram tires.
•Performs Fleet Preventive Maintenance (PM) services and performs multipoint inspections on light and heavy-duty trucks and construction equipment.
•Coordinates appointments with drivers for light and heavy-duty vehicle service.
•Assists the Fleet Coordinator in preparing service schedules for construction equipment, light, and heavy-duty vehicles.
•Completes Service Requests in accordance with established Fleet Management (FM) processes.
•Cleans and maintains fleet facilities.
•Updates vehicle service files in Fleet Work Management System (WMS).
•Installs, maintains, and replaces vehicle branding, unit identification, safety equipment and GPS systems on all vehicles, trailers, and construction equipment.
•Performs the inspections and records such inspections for construction equipment, light, and heavy-duty vehicles.
•Road tests light and heavy-duty vehicles as needed to ensure repairs are completed properly.
•Communicates additional service/repair needs to FM/FC.
•Services universal joints, grease fittings, and steering knuckles using hand- or compressed-air powered grease guns and/or tools.
•Inspects fluid levels in steering gears, power steering reservoirs, transmissions, differentials, rear axle housings and shackles on construction equipment, light, and heavy-duty vehicles.
•Diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel emission systems.
•Checks tire pressure, rotate tires, repair tires, and replace tires.
•Lubricates moving parts with specified lubricants.
•Drains oil from crankcase and refills with required amount of oil.
•Repair and maintains construction equipment, light, and heavy-duty coolant systems.
•Replaces oil, fuel, cabin, and air filters on construction equipment, light, and heavy-duty vehicles.
•Inspects all vehicles for additional repairs in accordance with Fleet Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
•Maintain and clean garage equipment and tools to ensure they are kept in a safe and operable condition at all times.
•Assess light and heavy-duty vehicles and/or construction equipment to accurately diagnose and repair issues.
•Complies with established CoServ safety and operating rules, procedures and guidelines including reporting unsafe practices to a supervisor.
•Complies with established CoServ Information Security Handbook, policies, procedures, and guidelines including reporting suspected information security incidents to Tech Support.
Secondary Position Responsibilities
•Communicates regularly with Fleet staff.
•Attends/completes required safety training.
•Attends CoServ University training as required.
•Attends approved professional development conferences, seminars, and workshops to maintain knowledge on all industry relevant publications.
•Performs other duties and activities as directed.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Position Requirements
Experience, Education and Certifications Required
•High School Diploma or G.E.D equivalency.
•At least six (6) years of experience as a light and/or heavy-duty mechanic.
•Knowledge in all aspects of gas and diesel repair and maintenance.
•Fast, eager learner and team player.
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•Strong customer service skills.
•Computer skills and willingness to learn new programs.
•Ability to operate electronic diagnostic equipment for light and heavy-duty vehicles.
•In depth knowledge of gas and diesel electronics.
•Extensive knowledge of diesel mechanics.
•Have an ASE certificate and great communication skills.
Experience, Education and Certifications Preferred
•Other certifications or licenses as may be required by state law.
•One (1) year operating electric utility vehicles or equivalent.
•One (1) year operating other electric field equipment, such as trenching equipment, vacuum equipment, hole digging equipment, aerial lifts, etc.
•Prior experience electric and gas utility vehicle repair and maintenance preferred.
•Extensive knowledge with all aspects of construction equipment, light, and heavy-duty vehicle repair/maintenance.
•Working knowledge of hydraulic systems.
•At least six (6) years of experience at auto dealership or equivalent.
Skills and Abilities Required
•Ability to communicate effectively.
•Ability to listen to and understand employees’ needs.
•Good problem-solving skills.
•Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, climb, reach, lift and use hand tools.
•Knowledge of vehicles and equipment.
•Ability to prioritize tasks.
•Ability to speak to others professionally and make decisions quickly.
•Ability to operate an automobile.
Skills and Abilities Preferred
•Knowledge of state and federal motor carrier regulations.
•Knowledge of the automotive service and repair trade to include both mechanical and electrical systems of automobiles, diesel, and light trucks.
Physical Requirements
•Works both in the office, shop and outdoors.
•Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
•Operates office equipment such as a computer, telephone, fax machine, copier, etc.
•Requires a significant amount of walking and/or standing. May also require working in the seated position for long periods while operating controls with arms and legs.
•Prolonged periods of standing, stooping and bending.
Other Requirements
•Must have and maintain a valid Texas driver's license.
•Ability to acquire and maintain a Class A Texas Commercial Driver’s License if needed.
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