Sr 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, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Military encouraged to apply.

Pay Rates Starting between: $28.70 - $47.40 / hour

Summary
The purpose of this job is to perform mechanical fleet maintenance services for company trucks and trailers from a physical shop location or designated mobile unit.

1. Complete preventive and routine maintenance services on company trucks and trailers according to manufacturer guidelines and DOT regulations, under the supervision and direction of the management and administrative staff. Prepare trucks for inspection following company guidelines.
2. Obtain parts from vendors for maintenance repair jobs as needed; respond to maintenance service call requests, whether onsite or offsite, to diagnose and repair cause of vehicle malfunction.
3. Examine vehicle to determine the type of service needed, relay information to Service Writer for creation/update of repair order (RO). Document work performed in electronic recordkeeping system; include any additional services needed but not performed during service visit.
4. Maintain service truck to include cleaning, organizing side boxes, stocking truck, and performing minor service repairs; ensure the security of assets and inventory for the location and service vehicle
5. Replace tires and respond to roadside calls regarding tire repair as needed following all safety practices and procedures; clean shop areas and maintain organized and safe work spaces.
6. Perform preventive maintenance, tire services, and other maintenance tasks such as:

• Oil change and preventive maintenance services on petroleum cargo tank heavy duty trucks and trailers, and auxiliary power units (APU)
• Gear box changes
• Cooling system drain/flush and service
• 24-hour emergency road service
• Wheel end work of brakes, bearings, races, wheel seal, hubcaps, s-cam bushings, slack adjusters, etc.
• Removal and installation of new, used and retread tires
• Heavy duty HVAC diagnosis, part replacement, and evacuation and recharge of system
• Belt and hose replacement
• Electrical system diagnosis including performing minor wiring repairs, incandescent or LED light repairs, removing and replacing starter, battery, and alternator
• Drive train repairs including drive line, u-joint, carrier bearing, clutch, transmission, and differential installations
• Exhaust repairs including mufflers, flex pipe, u-clamps and exhaust clamps
• Suspension work including shocks, springs, shackles, bushings and air bags
• Diagnose and repair of power take off (PTO) driven hydraulic pump systems
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and perform repair using diagnostic software and other tools available to include but not limited to engine, anti-lock braking, overfill prevention, after-treatment and drivetrain components.
• Repairs or tasks related to earned Automobile Service Excellence (ASE) certification

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• At least 1 Year Experience
• Requires functional knowledge having full proficiency in a range of technical processes
• Applies understanding of how efforts impact broader objectives
• Does not manage team members but may act as an informal resource
• Uses existing procedures to solve standard problems
• Able to explain complex technical information within and outside of own team
• Must meet near term targets

Specialized Knowledge

• Basic Microsoft Office skills required; intermediate Microsoft Office skills preferred
• Knowledge of using RO electronic recordkeeping system to clock in and out on repairs preferred
• Knowledge of truck components and truck preventative maintenance