Job Description

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GP Transco is a modern trucking company that hires experienced drivers, talented office staff, and uses state-of-the-art equipment & software to deliver goods in the U.S. and Canada. We are currently seeking an experienced individual to join the Maintenance Team as a Fleet Maintenance Technician for our brand-new maintenance facility and headquarters in Joliet, IL.

As the Fleet Maintenance Technician, your key responsibility is to Execute directives as set forth by the Maintenance Department and Maintenance Manager to guarantee safe and timely repairs to equipment in the shop for P.M. or repair. Supervises activities of shop employees to provide efficiency, productivity, and safety. Assists Technicians in troubleshooting, servicing, and repairing tractors, trailers, and related mechanical components.

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

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• Creates and maintains a safe and efficient work environment.

• Assigns jobs to technicians and follows up on progress. 

• Reviews Repair Orders for accuracy and completeness.

• Assist Technicians in troubleshooting, testing, cleaning, and adjusting parts or assemblies, use various instruments to make sure they are working properly.

• Inspects vehicles for roadworthiness and lists any work required.

• Responsible for floor level operations of the shop.

• Accounts for all employees’ time.

• Assists the maintenance manager with employee scheduling, productivity reviews, and daily operation of shop.

• Assists manager with repair coordination, OSHA compliance, data entry, and warranty work as needed.

• Assists manager with equipment tracking and quality control.

• Ensures inspection of new driver assigned trucks.

• Meets with staff to ensure consistency with company policy, procedures, and other issue resolutions.

• Assists with training of shop employees.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

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REQUIREMENTS:

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• General knowledge of the transportation industry

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work well under pressure

• Ability to multitask efficiently

• Professional attitude and team mindset

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BENEFITS OFFERED:

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• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance - paid by the company

• Voluntary Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance

• 401(k) with 5% company match

• Paid time off and paid national holidays

• Employee assistance program

• Health savings account

• Referral program

• Retirement plan

• Company-paid Friday lunch and other company-sponsored activities

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LOCATION:

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• On-site at HQ - Joliet, IL

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JOB TYPE: 

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• Full-time

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COMPENSATION: 

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• $26.00 - $32.00 per hour

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LICENSE/CERTIFICATION: 

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• Driver's License (Preferred)

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EDUCATION:

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• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

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EXPERIENCE:

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• Fleet Maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)

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SCHEDULE: 

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• Monday to Friday

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SHIFT AVAILABILITY:

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• Night Shift (Preferred) - 2nd Shift