Diesel and Trailer Mechanic

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We help YOU make it! 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.

Pay range starts at $36 hourly based on certifications and experience.

• $250 Quarterly tool allowance, that's $1,000 extra per year!
• New Boots Provided Yearly!
• Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for Family Coverage.
• 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.

• 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.
• Mentor other maintenance shop personnel.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

• Must have 3 years of verifiable hands-on experience as a Fleet Reefer/Refrigeration technician. TK/Carrier Refrigeration Certifications.
• Must be willing to travel and attend training provided by US Foods.
• Diagnostic and troubleshooting competency relating to reefer 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).
• Ability to read and understand technical and online service manuals.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 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.

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 Occasionally1 (Push/Pull: Hand truck, gate,…