Experienced Truck Technician

May's Fleet Sales and Service
Syracuse, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/30/2024
Experienced Truck Technician - up to $5,000. sign on bonus

About the Job

Experienced Truck Technician

The Company: 
May’s Fleet Sales and Service is a family owned business and is known for the great care we take with both customers and employees alike.  We are a growing medium and heavy-duty truck maintenance company based in Syracuse, NY that offers its employees a great workplace, good pay, benefits, bonus opportunities, and advancement.  We treat our employees with respect. 
 
Our mission:  
We strive to be the first choice for our customers by providing superior products and services; the first choice for our employees by offering safe and rewarding employment; and the first choice for our vendors by offering loyalty and support.
 
Primary Purpose:  
Perform diagnostics, repair, and maintenance of a variety of vehicles to ensure proper performance, repair, and safety of all customer vehicles.  
 
Qualifications:

Minimum Education/Certification:  
  • High School diploma or equivalent. 
  • Technical School training preferred.
  • Must Possess and maintain a valid NYS Driver’s License.
  • CDL license preferred but not required. 
  • Certified NYS DMV Vehicle Safety Inspector.
 
Special Knowledge/Skills:  
  • Must have a thorough knowledge of NYS DMV vehicle safety specifications. 
  • Must have a thorough knowledge of US DOT vehicle safety specifications. 
  • Must possess excellent work habits and attendance. 
  • Advanced knowledge of automotive/truck diagnostics, repair, and maintenance processes. 
  • Ability to lift heavy equipment and vehicle parts  
  • Ability to communicate effectively. (verbal and written)
  • Ability to work well with other shop personnel. 
  • Ability to diagnose and perform vehicle repairs, maintenance, and service operations.
 
Experience:  
  • At least three years of experience in truck repair.
  • Two years total experience performing complex mechanical repairs.
 
Responsibilities and Duties:  
  • Use diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles.  
  • Communicate diagnosis and repairs both written and verbally.
  • Prioritize work order and stay on task. 
  • Maintains vehicle records and repair orders in the company service management software program. 
  • Recommends vehicle repairs as needed. 
  • Practice safe work habits and use personal protective equipment as required. 
  • Submit to Drug and Alcohol Testing as required. 
  • Maintain a safe environment. 
  • Follow shop procedures and policies. 
  • Manage duty times as approved, logging all work hours as required. 
  • Works closely with Service Advisor and Parts Manager to ensure maximum efficiency and customer satisfaction with services performed.
  • Inspect work performed to assure all work meets company standards and customer expectations. 
  • Review work orders upon completion.
  • Perform state and federal safety inspections as needed.  
  • Assist other technicians, as needed.  
  • Performs other duties as assigned. 
 
Inventory and Equipment:
  • Maintain shop, equipment, and tools in safe operating condition.  
  • Request equipment and supplies as needed.   
  • Assist with the upkeep and appearance of shop and parking lot area, as needed. 
  • Other duties as assigned. 
 
Equipment Used: 
Small hand tools, drills, drill press, grinder, air-powered tools, torch, jack, lift equipment, vehicle diagnostic, repair equipment, personal computer, fax machine, phone, and copier. 
 
Physical Demands: 
Moderate walking, standing, climbing, heavy lifting, carrying, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching.; routinely lift and carry parts and equipment 15-75 pounds; possess manual dexterity to complete projects in a craftsman fashion. 
             
Environment: 
Work around moving objects or vehicles; fumes, solvents, grease, and oil. May work under conditions of inclement weather.

Compensation and Benefits:
We offer competitive compensation to all employees but individual pay depends upon experience.
Our benefit plan includes:
  • Company matching health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Disability
  • Company matching retirement plan
  • Paid time off
  • Holiday pay
  • Bonus plan

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