About this role
Fleet Maintenance Technician
Merrell Bros., Inc. Indy Disposal Solutions is seeking applicants for a Full-time Diesel Technician. Ideal candidates for this Technician opening will have experience as a diesel mechanic working on heavy Class 8 (Tractor Trailers), knowledge of PM requirements, a CDL License is a plus!
This position specializes in operation and maintenance of a semi transport tractor and trailer. Performs preventative maintenance and troubleshoots problems on vehicles. Teamwork to efficiently manage priorities based on operational needs.
Responsibilities:
- Perform minor level repairs on trucks and trailers.
- Conduct regular preventative maintenance on semi-trucks/trailers.
- Perform DOT Inspections, including safety and brake inspections.
- Perform scheduled service, and oil changes.
- Collaborate with repair team to diagnose problems with vehicles and plan repairs in a timely manner.
- Performing electrical system repairs on vehicles.
- Perform regular diagnostic tests on vehicles.
- Report defects, accidents, or violations.
- Document vehicle records and report both manually and via computer.
- Advocate safety protocols and document findings.
- Ensure all personnel are compliant and wearing all required Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) for the specific work activity being performed.
Qualifications
Requirements:
- Minimum of 2 years of diesel technician and/or maintenance experience.
- Preventative maintenance expertise.
- Computer diagnostic skills.
- Knowledge of shop equipment.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Deadline and detail oriented.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
- Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl along with inte rmittent standing, sitting, pushing and pulling.
- Willing ness to work outside in various weather conditions.
- Ability to work well as part of a team.
- Ability to pass a background check and drug test
- Valid Driver license and clean driving record (MVR).