Fleet Technician

Pepin Distributing Company, LLC is a leading beverage distributor in the Tampa Bay area and distributes a broad selection of domestic, import, craft beers, craft and canned spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages and waters. Our products include mega brands such as Budweiser, Michelob Ultra, Stella Artois, Busch Light, Corona, and Modelo, just to name a few.

Position Overview

The Fleet Technician performs repair and maintenance work on diesel and non-diesel equipment and trucks including, but not limited to, chassis components, vehicle bodies and control systems, hydraulic electrical, air brake systems, general engine work, HVAC components, suspension, drive train and steering systems. Enjoy the benefits of working on a single fleet with state-of-the-art equipment, supporting our drivers as they run their routes and servicing some of the most technically advanced vehicles on the road. Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on company-owned tractors and trailers. Drive tractors and trailers to test that repairs meet requirements and conform to safety standards.

Work Schedule: Full-time. Monday - Friday; 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM with one-hour lunch.

Starting Pay: Starting at $23-33 per hour (with overtime opportunities)

Primary Responsibilities

• Repairs and required preventive maintenance of tractors, trailers, and other equipment.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, and perform maintenance on equipment.
• Run road calls to complete repairs on the road, if necessary.
• Observes and listens to trucks and other equipment in operation to determine malfunction and to plan work procedures. Also conducts fleet check weekly on all fleet equipment including checking mileage, fluid levels, belts, tires, leaks, and cab inspection.
• Drives repaired trucks or other vehicle to verify conformance to specifications.
• Inspects tires, DOT inspections and general appearance of vehicles and corrects any problems.
• Examines refrigeration units and makes any necessary repairs to electrical and diesel operation as needed.
• Maintains checklist of all repairs made on each truck and keeps accurate equipment files.
• Keeps service truck stocked sufficiently to facilitate road calls.
• Always keeps work area in clean working order.
• Assists outside vendors on yard fleet inspections/maintenance.
• Logs maintenance and repairs in shop software.

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintains quality appearance as outlined in PDC employee handbook.
• Attends all meetings, seminars, and training scheduled by management.
• Must maintain a Class-A Commercial Driver’s License.