Job Description

Who We Are:

Velocity Truck Rental and Leasing is a rapidly growing, employee and customer focused company, servicing the Commercial Truck Rental and Full-Service Lease markets across the U.S. Southwest and Southeast regions and in Canada. With over 3,000 company trucks in our local markets plus the support of NationaLease across the country we have proven to be a premier partner. Velocity Truck Rental and Leasing is part of the Velocity Vehicle Group family, a premium commercial brand medium to heavy truck dealership that offers the full-service experience for our customers, from an outstanding sales organization to highly skilled technicians to service your vehicle, and on demand parts.

What’s in it for You:

Velocity Truck Rental and Leasing is a fast paced and growing organization that is looking for candidates that are ready for a daily challenge and cannot wait to provide superior customer service both internally and externally. VTRL offers fantastic Culture as well as competitive pay, 401K W/Match, Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits. Become a part of our team and immerse yourself in a company that fosters a Great Place to Work™ culture!

What You’ll Do

Fleet Technician-Intermediate Level; Works under general supervision of the Service Manager, Service Supervisor, or designated Lead Technician. This employee with proper training and experience will diagnose minor mechanical and electrical problems working in accordance with all standard repair practices along with Federal and State compliance guidelines. This position will road test vehicles to ensure the quality and effectiveness of repairs performed along with identifying potential concerns and will exercise judgement and discretion in resolving issues or making repairs. This position will include performing all other duties / skills in lesser classifications.

Job Duties:

• Determines vehicle condition by conducting Preventive Maintenance Inspections, oil changes, chassis lubrication while identifying worn and damaged parts, installing component and part upgrades on light, medium, and heavy-duty tractors and other equipment.
• Performs inspections at customers location with a service truck which could include inclement weather at times. Maintains the service truck to standard including cleanliness and resupply.
• Performs service calls dispatching to provide diagnosis and repairs related to vehicle breakdowns.
• Corrects vehicle deficiencies identified by repairing, replacing, adjusting, disassembling and assembling, components in all major equipment system areas.
• Verifies vehicle performance by conducting test drives; adjusting controls and systems.
• Performs tire replacements, rotations, mounting and dismounting on and off of vehicles as needed.
• Complies with federal and state vehicle requirements by testing engine, safety, and combustion control standards.
• Maintains vehicle records by annotating services and repairs.
• Contains costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or its equivalent required.
• Post-Secondary vocational education strongly preferred.
• 4 years’ experience in mechanical inspections and repairs in a related field
• Must have valid Class B Driver’s License
• Ability to understand and adhere to Company Policies in all areas.
• Ability to follow all written and oral instructions
• Attention to Detail, Dependability, Verbal Communication, Documentation Skills, Inventory Control
• Ability to always implement and work in a strong safety environment.
• Ability to work alone with little or no direction at times.
• Advanced knowledge and full understanding of Heavy-Duty Electrical systems utilizing the proper Diagnostic Tools
• Able to identify the root cause of failures / conditions on all systems and components along with performing the repairs as required.
• Must be CFC 609 Certified
• Basic welding skills

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times
• Must be able to pass post-offer drug screening, physical examination (including a lift test),
• Background check

Compensation

• $34-$38/hour depending on skills and experience

Benefits VTRL Offers:

• 401k + match
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance + HSA & FSA
• Employer paid Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation Days
• Generous Sick Leave
• Company perks such as employee discounts, company events and training programs
• Excellent Training and Career Advancement Opportunities
• Our Fantastic Culture

Velocity Vehicle Group is an equal opportunity employer. Velocity Vehicle Group prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.