The Diesel Mechanic Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining fleet road equipment including tractors, trailers, and related machinery. This role ensures compliance with state and federal trucking regulations, performs preventative maintenance, and documents all repairs using fleet maintenance software. The position requires hands-on experience, troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
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Schedule :
Tuesday-Friday
Start time is 8:30PM
10-12 hours a day!
Overtime as needed
Our Fleet Mechanic’s pay is based on certifications, experience, and qualifications!
**$10,000 Sign On Bonus for Eligible New Hire**
Benefits Day One!
Medical, dental, vision, 401k, life insurance, strong safety culture, excellent local leadership, and much more!
BASIC PURPOSE
Mechanic will be responsible for the troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of the Fleet road equipment including tractor, trailer, thermo-king, converter dolly and maintenance vehicles. Ensure compliance with all State and Federal trucking regulations. Mechanics will also be responsible for the documentation, completion, and to keep current the maintenance logs for all repairs and parts used daily. The position will be required to perform road rescue as needed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Independently troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace, and complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (i.e., tractors, trailers, bobtails, reefers, lift gates, etc.).
Perform preventative maintenance within DOT standards.
Mentor other maintenance shop personnel.
Receive road calls, assign third party vendor, and work with business partners to triage appropriate plan of action including equipment swaps etc.
Utilize fleet maintenance software system tablet to fully document equipment repair and parts used.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with workplace safety rules and regulations and government guidelines.
Other duties as assigned by manager.
SUPERVISION :
N/A
RELATIONSHIPS
Internal: All Fleet Technicians, Drivers, Coordinators and Manager
External: Dealer Service Managers
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Onsite : The associate in this role is expected to perform assigned responsibilities inside a US Foods maintenance facility.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must have 5 years of verifiable hands-on experience as a heavy-duty commercial diesel mechanic.
Diagnostic and troubleshooting ability using fleet maintenance software.
Successfully demonstrated independent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Must furnish own personal hand tools.
Ability to comply with EPA and OSHA regulations pertaining to the shop and fleet.
Ability to read and understand technical and service manuals.
Excellent communication skills; able to communicate with co-workers and drivers with demonstrated teamwork skills.
Ability to manage multiple functions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs.
Computer and software experience.
EDUCATION
High school diploma or equivalent required.
CERTIFICATIONS/TRAINING
Brake certification
LICENSES
Must possess a valid driver's license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
JPRO software experience.
Welding ability
Knowledge with electrical schematics
Basic Microsoft Excel and Word skills.
Leadership experience or qualifications
Valid Class A CDL license and DOT certification
EPA 608 (Type 2 or Universal) certification
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS
OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVER
JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:
FREQUENCY:
STAND: CONTINUOUSLY
WALK: CONTINUOUSLY
DRIVE VEHICLE: FREQUENTLY
SIT: FREQUENTLY
LIFT
1-10 lbs (Sedentary): FREQUENTLY
11-20 lbs (Light): FREQUENTLY
21-50 lbs (Medium): FREQUENTLY
51-100 lbs (Heavy): FREQUENTLY
Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): OCCASIONALLY
CARRY
1-10 lbs (Sedentary): FREQUENTLY
11-20 lbs (Light): FREQUENTLY
21-50 lbs (Medium): FREQUENTLY
51-100 lbs (Heavy): FREQUENTLY
Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): FREQUENTLY
PUSH/PULL 1: FREQUENTLY
CLIMB/BALANCE 2: FREQUENTLY
STOOP/SQUAT: FREQUENTLY
KNEEL: FREQUENTLY
BEND: FREQUENTLY
REACH ABOVE SHOULDER: FREQUENTLY
TWIST: FREQUENTLY
GRASP OBJECTS 3: FREQUENTLY
MANIPULATE OBJECTS 4: FREQUENTLY
MANUAL DEXTERITY 5: FREQUENTLY
1 (Push/Pull: Hand truck, gate, straps, metal ramp, truck door, dolly, boxes, truck gear shift)
2 (Climb/Balance: In/Out Truck/Trailer to cab. On/Off ramp to ground level and side doorsteps and Platform of trailer. Stairs)
3 (Grasp Objects: Hand truck, boxes, cartons, steering wheel)
4 (Manipulate Objects: Boxes, dolly, metal truck ramp, hand truck, paperwork, truck gate, straps)
5 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as copiers, printers)
Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base rate for this role is between $32.00 and $42.00
This role is also eligible for overtime pay and retention bonus.
Benefits for this role include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: .
diesel mechanic, fleet maintenance, truck repair, preventative maintenance, DOT compliance, heavy-duty equipment, troubleshooting, fleet software, commercial vehicles, diesel engine repair
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