T3 Fleet Mechanic
Listed on 2026-03-01
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic
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Basic PurposeTo provide a safe and reliable fleet by performing preventative maintenance and proper repairs on all fleet equipment.
Join Our Fleet Team!Tool allowance included to support your trade.
Our Diesel Mechanics start at $37.56/hour depending on experience!
Benefits- 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.
- Paid vacation time, sick, and personal time.
- Employee uniforms provided.
- Strong Safety Culture, newer equipment, and excellent local leadership.
Sunday-Thursday 10:00pm- 6:30am
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- 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 company standards.
- Complete documentation of all repair orders, PM list and parts accountability.
- Handle road service calls; perform road rescue/transport equipment as needed.
- Keep track of assigned repairs by logging in and out of the Shop Fax system.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with workplace safety rules and regulations and government guidelines.
- Maintain inventory and proper recordkeeping.
- Backup to other maintenance shop personnel.
- Willingness and capacity to assume increased responsibility and certifications.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Internal: VP of Operations, Transportation Manager, various other USF personnel.
External:
Vendors, Parts and equipment delivery personnel.
Education/Training: High school diploma or equivalent required.
Related Experience/Requirements:
- A valid Class‑A CDL license and DOT certification preferred.
- Must have (5) years of verifiable hands‑on experience as a heavy duty commercial diesel mechanic or reefer mechanic or a combination of both; or (3) years verifiable hands‑on experience with either Diesel Mechanic Certification or TK/Carrier Refrigeration Certification or both.
- 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.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to comply with EPA and OSHA regulations as 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.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.
- Must be able to work overtime when needed.
Physical Requirements:
- JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:
- SIT Occasionally
- STAND Frequently
- WALK Frequently
- DRIVE Occasionally (Test drives equipment)
- TO LIFT: 1-10 lb (Sedentary) Continuously; 10-20 lb (Light) Frequently; 25-50 lb (Medium) Occasionally; 50-100 lb (Heavy) Occasionally;
Over 100 lb (Very Heavy) May lift up to 120-150 pounds (2‑man lift) - TO CARRY: 1-10 lb (Sedentary) Frequently; 10-20 lb (Light) Frequently; 25-50 lb (Medium) Occasionally; 50-100 lb (Heavy) Occasionally;
Over 100 lb (Very Heavy) Occasionally - PUSH/PULL Occasionally Item: transmissions, tires & clutches)
- CLIMB/BALANCE Occasionally (Item: ladders & liftgates)
- STOOP/SQUAT Frequently
- KNEEL/BEND Occasionally
- BEND Frequently
- REACH ABOVE SHOULDER Occasionally
- GRASP OBJECTS Frequently
- MANIPULATE OBJECTS Frequently
- TWISTING Occasionally
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 37.56/hour
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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.
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