Technician

FedEx - Winchester, VA

Full-time

Winchester, VA

Couriers and Messengers

About the position

The Technician position at FedEx involves providing timely, quality, and cost-effective repair and maintenance for a diverse vehicle fleet, which includes tractors, trailers, forklifts, and other equipment. The role is essential in ensuring that all vehicles are operating safely and efficiently, requiring a combination of preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, modifications, and repairs. Technicians are expected to perform preventative and routine maintenance on various types of equipment, ensuring that all work is documented accurately both in writing and electronically. In addition to routine maintenance, the technician will conduct basic diagnostics to identify issues and make necessary adjustments to ensure safe operation. Collaboration with other technicians is a key aspect of the role, as they work together to perform preventative maintenance and repairs. Safety inspections of equipment are also a critical function, with technicians required to document their findings and any work performed. The position may also involve paint and body work on vehicles as needed, and adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies is mandatory. This job description serves as a general overview and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required for the position. Technicians may also be required to perform other duties as necessary, contributing to the overall efficiency and safety of the FedEx vehicle fleet.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and routine maintenance on tractors, trailers, forklifts, and other equipment.
• Conduct basic diagnostics to identify sources of trouble and make necessary adjustments for safe operation.
• Collaborate with other technicians in performing preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Ensure proper and accurate documentation of all maintenance performed, completing reports in writing and electronically.
• Perform safety inspections of equipment and document the work.
• Conduct paint and body work on vehicles as required.
• Comply with all applicable laws/regulations and company policies/procedures.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma (or GED) preferred.
• One (1) year experience performing vehicle maintenance or possession of a vehicle maintenance certificate from an accredited vocation/trade school or completion of the FedEx Freight, Inc. Apprentice Program with satisfactory performance.
• One or more Medium/Heavy Truck ASE Certifications and Class A CDL preferred.
• Possess necessary tools to perform assigned tasks.
• Valid driver's license may be required depending on work assignment.
• Knowledge of the use and operation of testing equipment, gauges, and tools associated with vehicle troubleshooting and repairs.
• Basic computer skills including maintenance programs and diagnostic systems.
• Basic knowledge of gas and diesel engines.
• Familiarity with precision measurement instruments, oxygen/acetylene equipment, and lifting devices preferred.
• Ability to frequently lift components weighing approximately 110 pounds with appropriate equipment and/or assistance from another person.
• Ability to safely operate vehicles equipped with manual and automatic transmission.
• Ability to enter and exit driver's compartment of truck and/or behind cab using normally available foot and handholds.
• Paint and body work experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and/or as a team member.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with precision measurement instruments, oxygen/acetylene equipment, and lifting devices.
• Paint and body work experience.