Mechanic, Fleet

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.

Military encouraged to apply.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under close supervision, performs basic preventive and remedial diagnostics and troubleshooting, along with performing maintenance and repairs of truck/trailer and/or automotive vehicles, and assists other mechanics in more complex assignments; performs other related duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Moves parts and components with approved hoists, lifts (not all locations have lifts) and dollies to perform maintenance and repair
• Removes, repairs, replaces and adjusts components of major truck and/or automotive systems, including, but not limited to, engine, electrical, suspension, fueling, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Performs remedial diagnostics and troubles-shooting on heavy duty diesel and or automotive systems
• Performs regular preventive maintenance inspections of truck and/or trailer systems, repairs minor problems, and completes written form documentation of defects repaired and or needing repair
• Uses computerized management systems (Collective Data) to report to and from work, logon to work order assignments, and create work orders for repairs needed
• Performs brake inspection to include lubricating bearings, checking and replacing worn components, installation of brake shoes and final adjustments of all wheel end components
• Repairs minor damage to interior and/or exterior of trucks/trailers and/or other equipment including, but not limited to, torn seats, broken windows, door panels, and windshields, minor dents, and cosmetic paint damage
• Maintains, supports, and promotes a safe work environment while complying with all of SC Fuels safety rules, policies, and procedures

Knowledge of:

• Methods, materials, equipment and safety procedures utilized in the maintenance of ther or either diesel or gasoline engines, electrical systems, fueling systems, Skully system, system, Tanker plumbing, and other systems found in heavy equipment and other vehicles.
• Shop math, vehicle operations and safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Pay Rates Starting between: $25.85 - $42.70 / hour

• 2 years' experience as a heavy equipment or automotive mechanic; OR Successful completion of a 2-year, full-time training program in automotive technology or heavy-duty truck maintenance and repair from an accredited trade or vocation school; OR 1 year work full time vocational (30 semester units) and 1 year experience as a heavy equipment or automotive mechanic. 
• Basic understanding of DOT CFR 40, North American out of Service Criteria, CHP regulations.
• Experience with air brake system, Ability to troubleshoot, repair and adjust different types of air brake systems.
• Must have a valid California Class C driver’s license or be able to obtain a California Class C driver’s license prior to beginning employment with SC Fuels.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by direct supervisor.
• Maintain and repair heavy mechanical and/or automotive equipment, safely operate a variety of hand tools and shop power equipment.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Read, write, speak, and understand English.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Lift and move objects weighing up to 75 pounds
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Nation-wide Medical Plan/Dental/Vision
401(k) and Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Fuel Discount
Adoption Assistance
Tuition Reimbursement
Onsite Gym and Cafeteria
Weekly Pay

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines