What are the responsibilities and job description for the FLEET MECHANIC position at Wells?
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Fleet Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing fleet vehicles and heavy equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation. This role performs both preventative maintenance and complex repairs across a variety of mechanical systems. Success requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.
SAFETY IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY. Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day.
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?
At Wells, youre part of a team that takes pride in building something that lasts. Whether youre in operations, a manufacturing facility, or out in the field, your work plays a direct role in creating quality structures that support our communities. We value hard work, reliability, and teamwork because getting the job done right requires teamwork. With a strong focus on safety, collaboration, and ingenuity, we create an environment where you can build your experience, contribute to meaningful work, and make an impact.
WHAT WE OFFER
Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company-paid disability and life insurance, wellness incentives, paid holidays, PTO, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, a 401(k) with profit sharing, access to Nice Healthcare, employee assistance resources, pet insurance, and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.
- Health and family care leave is available to both union and non-union employees.
- Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements
WHAT YOULL DO
- Diagnose and repair rolling stock equipment, including trucks, trailers, cranes, and forklifts.
- Perform repairs on mechanical systems such as brakes, transmissions, hydraulics, and electrical components.
- Rebuild and replace parts including bearings, gears, valves, and related components.
- Conduct scheduled preventative maintenance, including inspections, servicing, and tune-ups.
- Perform welding and fabrication using stick and MIG welding processes.
- Maintain parts inventory and coordinate ordering of necessary replacement components.
- Operate equipment such as forklifts, overhead cranes, and other machinery as needed.
- Safely move vehicles and equipment within the yard.
- Test equipment to confirm proper operation before returning to service.
- Follow established procedures and complete work accurately and efficiently.
- Support facility maintenance activities as needed.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area and adhere to safety standards.
WHO WERE LOOKING FOR
The ideal candidate is an experienced heavy equipment mechanic with a strong background in diagnosing and repairing fleet vehicles. They are detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and capable of managing both routine maintenance and complex repairs. This individual is dependable, adaptable, and committed to maintaining equipment performance and supporting operational success.
IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE
- Proven experience repairing and troubleshooting heavy equipment and mechanical systems.
- Knowledge of preventative maintenance programs and procedures.
- Experience using a Maintenance Management system for tracking maintenance activities.
- Ability to read and interpret OEM manuals and technical documentation.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Effective communication skills with the ability to work across teams.
- Ability to work in fast-paced environments and adapt to changing priorities.
- Experience working safely in industrial settings and varying weather conditions.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and mechanical aptitude.
- Ability to document maintenance activities accurately.
- Self-motivated with the ability to follow direction and work independently.
- Reliable attendance and ability to maintain composure under pressure.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 75 lbs occasionally and frequent bending, climbing, kneeling, twisting, squatting, crawling, and repetitive hand/arm use
- Capable of standing, walking, and moving throughout the facility for extended shifts of up to 12 hours
- Comfortable working at heights using ladders, scaffolding, swing stages, and man lifts frequently
- Ability to work safely in a production or field environment with moderate to high exposure to safety risks and hazards
- Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions, including wet, hot, humid, and cold weather, and outdoors (Depending on location)
- Ability to wear all required PPE, including but not limited to safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, high visibility vest, hard hat, and other PPE as required by the task, department, or work area.
This profile summarizes key duties and expectations but does not list every possible job task. Employees must follow all job-related instructions and duties assigned by supervisors.
Wells is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.