Entry-Level Fleet Technician
Employment Type : Full-Time
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Position performs basic diagnostic and repair work, including scheduled preventative maintenance, oil and filter changes, and necessary repairs to automobiles, trucks (light, medium, and heavy commercial/DOT-regulated vehicles), vans and forklifts. Working knowledge of air brake repairs is required. Position works with a high degree of independence. This position requires that you have your own basic hand tools diagnostic, ergonomic, and high-tech equipment will be provided. Due to the scope and variety of Pepsi's fleet, our department includes a variety of positions and job opportunities, ranging from entry-level to master technicians. We provide extensive training and continuous education to build onto your current basic maintenance education. Position also requires a number of physical movements including lifting, pinching, bending, reaching, climbing, and manipulating and handling objects. PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES:- Diagnose failures of vehicles and disassemble, repair and reassemble parts as necessary
- Complete oil and filter changes
- Take direction from senior technicians and supervisors
- Computer-based diagnostics interface with modern truck interfaces
- Basic computer use (email and web browser)
- Adherence to DOT regulationsPerform preventative maintenance on vehicles
- Answer road calls
- Maintain vehicle records as required
- Maintain and repair fleet equipment
- Fill out all necessary documents
- Maintain records such as daily check list (pre-trip inspection)
Requirements:BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:- Commercial Driver's License: CDL Permit or Class A CDL or ability to obtain Class A CDL [90 days] post-hire
- Able to lift up to 50 pounds (with or without an accommodation)
- Able to reach, lift, carry, push and pull (with or without an accommodation)
- Able to speak English
HELPFUL EXPERIENCE:- Previous experience working under limited supervision (performing work on your own, working remotely from direct supervisor)
- Previous experience working outdoors (making road calls, responding to breakdowns, working in outside parking lots)
- Previous experience with shift work (being on-call, 24/7 availability, 2nd/3rd shift work, flexible work weeks)
- Previous experience using shop tools (engine hoists, welding, changing tires, small tools)
- Basic understanding of preventative maintenance programs
- Working knowledge of hydraulic and air brake systems
- Basic computer skills
- Previous experience with preventative maintenance programs and activities (following schedules for oil changes, documentation of work completed, tracking miles and usage hours, identifying and repairing defects)
- Working knowledge of hydraulic and air brake systems
- Knowledge of internal combustible engines
- Formal schooling in technical industry (e.g., certification program, military training, technical/community college)
Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.