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US Foods hiring Diesel Fleet Mechanic, Altoona, Pennsylvania

Diesel Fleet Mechanic

US Foods

Altoona, Pennsylvania
Posted 1 weeks ago
Sunday - Thursday Nights, 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM

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

Diagnostic and troubleshooting competency relating to equipment repairs.Successfully demonstrated independent analytical and problem-solving skills.Prior experience in administering appropriate PM program.

Full Job Description

Come Work For Us Foods!
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!
Basic Purpose
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.
Qualifications
  • 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
Work Environment
  • 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.
Physical Qualifications:
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

Estimated Salary

$32
/ hour

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.

Median
$32
Low
$22
High
$47

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