Diesel Fleet Mechanic Technician Lead

Sysco•Syracuse, KS

23h•$31 - $47

About The Position

To provide safe, reliable and cost-efficient vehicles by performing quality preventive maintenance inspections and repairs as well as performing expert diagnosis and repair as required to prevent breakdowns on road, reduce vehicle downtime and improve total fleet reliability.

Requirements

Heavy Duty truck technical training
High school diploma required
Current and valid driver's license (CDL Preferred, Not Required)
2-year school and 4 years of experience or 5 years of experience in fleet maintenance and repair
Annual Inspector Certification
Brake Inspector Certification
Working knowledge of computer-based diagnostic software for OEM's and component manufacturers
The technician must provide own tools (diagnostic equipment and major tools provided by Sysco)
Expert knowledge and skill of all vehicle systems and components
Expert knowledge and skill in diagnosis and repair of electrical systems on all equipment
Expert knowledge and skill in diagnosis and repair of refrigeration systems (
Expert knowledge and skill in Preventive Maintenance Inspections and repair
Moderate knowledge and skill in welding and cutting (gas, electric, MIG, TIG)
Moderate computer skills and knowledge
Expert knowledge of all DOT (FMCSA) regulations
Moderate knowledge of OSHA safety regulations
Moderate knowledge of environmental regulations
Ability to operate various pieces of equipment
Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, reach
Ability to push/pull
Ability to lift /carry
Ability to grasp tools
Ability to perform Repetitive motion: wrenches and hand tools

Nice To Haves

1-year experience in a leadership role (preferred)
ASE certifications & Automotive or Medium/Heavy Duty Trucks (Preferred, Not Required)
Mobile Refrigeration (EPA 608) Type II Certification preferred.
Mobile Air Conditioning (EPA 609) Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs supervisory roles when the fleet supervisors or manager is not accessible.
Mentor, teach and share expertise with the fleet technician I and II to aid in their development to positions of greater responsibility.
Expressed desire to advance to management positions of greater authority.
Demonstrates clear and concise decision-making skills related to fleet repair and availability of fleet for operations teams.
Provides clear communication and reporting to the fleet supervisor or manager on a daily basis.
Perform required inspections and preventive maintenance on vehicles within planned time tolerances.
Maximize the safety, reliability, and cost efficiency throughout the life cycle of the fleet.
Perform FAI/CVI (Annual) inspections in accordance with all federal, state and local legal and regulatory agencies. (Includes all state-required inspections and frequencies).
Address all driver vehicle inspection report write ups timely, and efficiently.
Diagnose cause of any malfunction and perform repairs to manufacturer specifications including but not limited to transport refrigeration systems, engines, transmissions and clutches, drive-line, differential, steering and suspension, fuel and ignition system, exhaust systems (including regeneration systems), intake systems, electrical systems, brake systems, HVAC and Refrigeration systems and lift-gate hydraulic, mechanical and electrical systems.
Follow procedures including documenting all work performed on work order using complaint, cause, and correction format.
Learn and develop efficiency in Sysco computer programs
Operates competently within designated parameters and communicates upward before exceeding those parameters.