Fleet Technician at CANTON CBG – Canton, Mississippi

Position Summary

The Fleet Technician serves as the backbone of our distribution network, ensuring that our fleet of delivery trucks, trailers, and warehouse equipment remains safe, reliable, and road-ready. Working in a fast-paced beverage distribution environment, this role involves performing preventative maintenance, diagnosing complex mechanical issues, and executing repairs on a variety of vehicles ranging from box trucks, heavy-duty Class 8 tractors to specialized side-load beverage trucks, trailers and forklifts.

Key Responsibilities

1. Preventative Maintenance & Inspection

• Scheduled PMs: Perform rigorous preventative maintenance on diesel trucks, tractors, and trailers in accordance with DOT regulations and company schedules.
• Safety Checks: Conduct thorough safety inspections including brakes, tires, lights, and steering systems.
• Proactive Repair: Identify potential wear-and-tear issues before they cause road breakdowns to minimize route downtime.

2. Diagnosis & Repair

• Engine & Drivetrain: Troubleshoot and repair diesel and gas engines, transmissions, and drive trains.
• Electrical Systems: Diagnose and fix 12V electrical system issues, including starters, alternators, and complex wiring harnesses.
• Braking Systems: Repair air and hydraulic brake systems, ensuring full DOT compliance.
• Specialized Beverage Equipment:
  • Repair and maintain trailer doors (rollers, tracks, counterbalances, and locking mechanisms).
  • Service hydraulic lift gates and ramps.
• Warehouse Equipment: Service and repair Material Handling Equipment (MHE), including forklifts, electric pallet jacks, and ride-on jacks.

3. Documentation & Compliance

• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate digital records of all repairs, parts usage, and labor hours using the company's fleet management software.
• Regulatory Adherence: Ensure all vehicles meet DOT, OSHA, and EPA regulations.
• Shop Safety: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment (following 5S standards) and properly handle hazardous materials (oil, coolant, batteries).

4. Emergency Support

• Road Calls: Respond to breakdowns on the route to perform on-site repairs or coordinate towing if the vehicle cannot be repaired roadside.
• Communication: Provide accurate ETAs and repair status updates to the dispatch and logistics teams to ensure delivery schedules are adjusted.

Qualifications & Requirements

Technical Skills

• Experience: 2+ years of experience as a diesel mechanic or fleet technician.
• Specialization: Prior experience with trailers is highly preferred.
• Certifications: ASE Certifications (T-Series) are a plus.
• Licensing: Valid Driver’s License required. CDL Class D is strongly preferred (or the ability to obtain within 6 months) for test driving and shuttling equipment.
• Tools: Must possess a personal set of professional-grade hand tools & tool box (specialty shop tools and diagnostic computers are provided).

Soft Skills

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure to get trucks back on the road during peak seasons (e.g., summer, holidays).

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs regularly (tires, brake drums, etc.).
• Comfortable working in various weather conditions (heat, cold, rain) both in the shop and on road calls.
• Frequent standing, bending, kneeling, and reaching.