Diesel Mechanic - Experienced

Diesel Mechanic – Experienced

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Frito-Lay Fleet Technicians are essential to our team because they work on our fleet vehicles and keep our drivers safe. Are you looking for a job at a company that rewards the mechanically gifted? Although you will start out working for Frito-Lay, this job can open the door to career opportunities with our parent company, Pepsi Co.

We are proud to offer you a generous starting salary which ramps up quickly for top performers. We also offer unbeatable benefits including health insurance, dental and vision, retirement savings benefits including 401(k) with company contribution, vacation days and much more.

You may already be familiar with what this position entails. You will help us maintain and repair our vehicles, diagnose mechanical issues, manage parts inventory, and charge parts and labor to work orders. We asked our Fleet Technicians what else we should let you know about working here, and this is what the team had to say about frequent tasks you can expect to perform:

• You will use your extensive knowledge to assist entry-level mechanics with difficult repairs.
• You will build relationships with vendors when getting estimates for parts or labor.
• You will interact with a variety of Frito-Lay drivers, from professional truck drivers to salespeople.
• This is a physical job which often involves working in tight spaces under vehicles.
• You will be responsible for maintaining CNG Cummins ISX 12L, Volvo 12L CNG, Volvo D13 XE, Allison 4000, Volvo I Shift, Eaton ultra shift, Freightliner Cascadia, multiple Volvo models and multiple trailer platforms.
• The make-up of the fleet is comprised of diesel, CNG, and electric vehicles.
• You will manage day-to-day activities such as scheduling and prioritizing work and preventative maintenance inspections, and proactive/follow-up repairs.
• You will perform demand work, including but not limited to brakes, u-joints/bearings, steering/suspension, starting/charging, emissions/drivability diagnosis, and light engine repair such as water pumps, injectors, and fuel pumps.

• You are at least 18 years of age or older.
• You may be required to work on weekends, holidays as well as off shift.
• You can lift 50 pounds or more with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• You are able to climb, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and stretch for extended periods with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• You have the ability to work in tight spaces for extended periods with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• You will be required to work on/under trucks for an entire shift (8 to 12 hours) with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• 2 years of previous technical experience with Class 8 Commercial Tractors and Trailers.
• Air Brake Systems Certification.
• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot repairs using diagnostic systems.

Given the fact that we offer high wages and phenomenal benefits, you might be wondering what will give you an edge when you apply to Frito-Lay. Here is an idea of the characteristics our managers look for:

• Safety-Focused:
  Drivers are counting on your focus on safety which means doing the job correctly and not taking shortcuts.
• Flexibility:
  Like all Frito-Lay team members, your work on weekends and holidays helps us maintain our industry dominance. We place a high premium on teamwork.
• Attention to Detail:
  We want to avoid breakdowns and stranded drivers. Your approach to preventative maintenance should be diligent, even meticulous, when it comes to maintaining our fleet.
• Initiative:
  You are out in the field by yourself much of the time. Our best people would put it this way: we need folks who can show up and work until the job is done.
• Leadership:
  You will manage situations that might involve providing instructions to coworkers in the spirit of safety, efficiency, and cooperation. Frito-Lay leaders will trust you to make good decisions.
• Tech Savvy:
  Technology will enable you to quickly diagnose mechanical problems, and you will also draw upon your computer…