Chief Pilot (Non-Jet Fleet) jobs in Long Beach, CA

Company Description

Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.

Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

Job Description

Pay Rates Starting between: $35 - 42 / hour

Tuesday - Saturday 1:30 PM - 10:00 PM

• Complete preventive and routine maintenance services on company trucks and trailers according to manufacturer guidelines and DOT regulations, under the supervision and direction of the management and administrative staff
• Prepare trucks for inspection following company guidelines
• Obtain parts from vendors for maintenance repair jobs as needed
• Respond to maintenance service call requests, whether onsite or offsite, to diagnose and repair cause of vehicle malfunction
• Examine vehicle to determine the type of service needed, relay information to Service Writer for creation/update of repair order (RO)
• Document work performed in electronic recordkeeping system; include any additional services needed but not performed during service visit
• Maintain service truck to include cleaning, organizing side boxes, stocking truck, and performing minor service repairs
• Ensure the security of assets and inventory for the location and service vehicle
• Replace tires and respond to roadside calls regarding tire repair as needed following all safety practices and procedures
• Clean shop areas and maintain organized and safe work spaces
• Perform preventive maintenance, tire services, and other maintenance tasks such as:
• Oil change and preventive maintenance services on petroleum cargo tank heavy duty trucks and trailers, and auxiliary power units (APU)
• Gear box changes
• Cooling system drain/flush and service
• 24-hour emergency road service
• Wheel end work of brakes, bearings, races, wheel seal, hubcaps, s- cam bushings, slack adjusters, etc.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent certificate required 
• OSHA Forklift Certification preferred; required post-hire 
• Minimum of three ASE certifications preferred; obtain a minimum of  three ASE certifications required post-hire 
• Minimum one year’s experience in truck or automotive service business  required 
• Certified to perform DOT, mid trip, tire analysis and Compliance, Safety and Accountability (CSA) inspections required 
• Minimum one year’s experience with using engine diagnostic software required 
• Valid state driver’s license required; Class A Commercial Driver’s license (CDL) preferred

Additional Information

This role is part of the SC Fuels team - a pilot company