FLEET TRUCK TECHNICIAN - Military veterans preferred

Carter Machinery


Location: Elkridge, MD 21075, USA
Category: Service
Posted Date: June 26, 2025
Requisition_Number: FLEET005444
Schedule: Full Time

EOE Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Carter Machinery Company, the authorized Caterpillar dealer serving Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Washington D.C. is hiring a Fleet Truck Technician. The Fleet Truck Technician is responsible for diagnosing problems, performing repairs, reconditioning and servicing fleet equipment and components in a shop environment. Seeking candidates with previous experience Caterpillar or related fleet truck service experience or completion of post-secondary diesel engine or related program. Previous diesel and gas engine experience. High school diploma or GED required.

Requirements for the Fleet Truck Technician position include:

• Self-starter able to work with limited supervision.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and excellent troubleshooting skills; ability to accurately diagnose and repair equipment.
• Strong light and medium fleet truck vehicle operating knowledge.
• Proficient in the use of a computer, Microsoft Office products and service software required in position; able to complete service reports and provide pertinent details for work orders.
• Candidate should possess excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to read and understand operating manuals
• Promote a positive customer experience.
• Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way.

Physical requirements must be met for the Fleet Truck Technician job, including regularly being required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 70 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Additional duties may be assigned.

Starting Compensation Range: $29.26 – $36.16 per hour

Actual base pay may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, education, geographic location, and other business needs. In addition to base pay, total compensation may include participation in performance-based incentive programs, such as discretionary or non-discretionary plans.

Competitive Compensation and Benefits:

• Health, dental and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k), $0.75 to $1.25 match up to 6%.
• Life and disability insurance.
• In-house training instructors/programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Discounts: cellular phone service, computers, tooling, cars and trucks.
• Opportunities for overtime
• Shift differential (if applicable)

Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law – are encouraged to apply.

Carter Machinery is a drug-free workplace.

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