Diesel Fleet Mechanic
US Foods
Qualifications
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Required Licenses
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
Preferred Certifications
- Valid Class-A CDL license and DOT certification
Responsibilities
Primary Duties
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace and complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (i.e., tractors, trailers, bobtails, lift gates, etc.).
- Perform preventative maintenance within DOT standards.
- Receive road calls, assign third party vendor, and work with business partners on plan of action.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with workplace safety rules/regulations and government guidelines.
- Utilize fleet maintenance software system tablet to fully document equipment repair and parts used.
- Backup to other maintenance shop personnel.
- Willingness and capacity to assume increased responsibility and certificates.
- Other duties as assigned by manager.
About This Role
To provide a safe and reliable fleet by performing preventative maintenance and proper repairs on all fleet equipment.
Experience Requirements
Required
Must have 3 years of verifiable hands-on experience as a heavy-duty commercial diesel mechanic.
3 years of experience
Benefits & Perks
Benefits Package
- $100 Quarterly tool allowance
- New Boots Provided Yearly!
- Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for Family Coverage starting DAY 1!
- Paid vacation time, sick, and personal time.
- Employee uniforms provided.
- Employee referral bonus program
- 401K with FANTASTIC company match!
- Strong Safety Culture, newer equipment, and excellent local leadership and great place to work!
Required Skills
Technical Skills
Full Job Description
Ready to build a career with a company that's leading the foodservice industry? US Foods is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promoting from within, excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus.
Schedule: Sunday - Thursday Nights, 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM
Pay starts at: $30 / hour based on certifications and experience.
Excellent Benefits starting DAY ONE! Including:
- $100 Quarterly tool allowance
- New Boots Provided Yearly!
- Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for Family Coverage starting DAY 1!
- Paid vacation time, sick, and personal time.
- Employee uniforms provided.
- Employee referral bonus program
- 401K with FANTASTIC company match!
- Strong Safety Culture, newer equipment, and excellent local leadership and great place to work!
To provide a safe and reliable fleet by performing preventative maintenance and proper repairs on all fleet equipment.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace and complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (i.e., tractors, trailers, bobtails, lift gates, etc.).
- Perform preventative maintenance within DOT standards.
- Receive road calls, assign third party vendor, and work with business partners on plan of action.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with workplace safety rules/regulations and government guidelines.
- Utilize fleet maintenance software system tablet to fully document equipment repair and parts used.
- Backup to other maintenance shop personnel.
- Willingness and capacity to assume increased responsibility and certificates.
- Other duties as assigned by manager.
- Must have 3 years of verifiable hands-on experience as a heavy-duty commercial diesel mechanic.
- Diagnostic and troubleshooting competency relating to equipment repairs.
- Successfully demonstrated independent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Prior experience in administering appropriate PM program.
- Must furnish own personal hand tools.
- Able to read and write legibly (e.g., to attend trainings, hold conversations, receive safety and job-related coaching, and enter information on reports if needed); basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, divide).
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
- Valid Class-A CDL license and DOT certification PREFERRED
- Experience using fleet maintenance software PREFERRED
- Welding ability PREFERRED
- Onsite: The associate in this role is expected to perform assigned responsibilities inside a US Foods maintenance facility.
- Must be willing to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions.
OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVER
JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO: 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): OCCASIONALLY; Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): OCCASIONALLY
PUSH/PULL: FREQUENTLY; CLIMB/BALANCE: FREQUENTLY; STOOP/SQUAT: FREQUENTLY; KNEEL: FREQUENTLY; BEND: FREQUENTLY; REACH ABOVE SHOULDER: FREQUENTLY; TWIST: FREQUENTLY; GRASP OBJECTS: FREQUENTLY; MANIPULATE OBJECTS: FREQUENTLY; MANUAL DEXTERITY: FREQUENTLY
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 $30 and $34.
Benefits for this role may 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.
***EOE Race/Color/Religion/Sex/SexualOrientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***
Company Culture
Work Environment: US Foods is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promoting from within, excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus.
How to Apply
US Foods pays $32 for Industrial Mechanic in Altoona, Pennsylvania, with most salaries ranging from $22 to $47. Pay can vary based on role, experience, and local cost of living.
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