Job Description

Maintenance Technician at US Foods, Inc. summary:

Experienced Maintenance Technician specializing in diagnosing, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on heavy-duty diesel equipment such as tractors and trailers. Skilled in using fleet maintenance software, ensuring compliance with DOT, EPA, and OSHA standards, and mentoring team members. Adept at troubleshooting, maintaining safety protocols, and managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

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Our Diesel Mechanics start at $33.00 – $45.00/hour depending on experience!

• 401K with 2% automatic company contribution plus company match up to an additional 6%.

• Medical Benefits Start Day One!

• We offer weekly pay, low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for Family Coverage.

• $5,000 Retention bonus!

• Paid vacation time, sick, and personal time.

• Employee uniforms provided.

• $250 Quarterly tool allowance.

• Employee referral program. $1,000 per referral

• Strong Safety Culture, newer equipment, and excellent local leadership.

Schedule:

Sunday - Thursday

3:00pm-11:30pm

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 Requirements:

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO: 1. SIT Occasionally 2. STAND Frequently 3. WALK Frequently 4. DRIVE Occasionally (Test drives equipment) TO LIFT: 1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Continuously 2. 10-20 lbs (Light) Frequently 3. 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally 4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally 5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) May lift up to 120-150 pounds (2 man lift) TO CARRY: 1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Frequently 2. 10-20 lbs (Light) Frequently 3. 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally 4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally 5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) Occasionally 1. Push/pull Occasionally Item: transmissions, tires & clutches 2. Climb/balance Occasionally Item: ladders & lift gates 3. Stoop/squat Frequently 4. Kneel/bend Occasionally 5. Bend Frequently 6. Reach above shoulder Occasionally 7. Grasp objects Frequently Type: 8. Manipulate objects Frequently type: 9. Twisting Occasionally

The following information is provided in accordance with certain state and local laws. Compensation depends on experience, geographic locations, and other factors permitted by law. In New York, the expected compensation for this role is $33.00 – $45.00/hour This role is also eligible for overtime compensation. 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: .

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)

Keywords:

Diesel mechanic, Fleet maintenance, Equipment repair, Preventative maintenance, Diesel engines, Troubleshooting, DOT compliance, EPA regulations, Heavy-duty trucks, Maintenance technician

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Full time, Temporary work, Work at office, Local area, Shift work, Sunday,

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