Truck Fleet Mechanic; 3rd shift

Job Overview

We are looking for a skilled Diesel Mechanic to maintain and repair diesel semi‑trucks and trailers in our Norfolk facility. This position will be on a 3rd‑shift schedule.

1133 Kingwood Avenue – Norfolk, Virginia 23502

Hours:

8‑10 hour shift. Pay: $25.00 – $30.00 per hour, depending on experience. Benefits include PTO, 7 paid holidays, healthcare (single and family, effective first month after hire), 401(k) plan with employer match, employer‑paid life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, and paid parental leave after six months.

• Inspect, diagnose, and perform preventive and corrective maintenance and repair of diesel semi‑trucks and trailers.
• Adhere to company safety standards and comply with all applicable regulatory requirements.
• Assess the preventive maintenance schedule to ensure equipment maintenance is completed on schedule.
• Meet with supervisor/lead to discuss work orders and priorities, proactively identifying any issues or conditions that might affect the operation of equipment.
• Utilize maintenance systems to ensure timely and accurate documentation of maintenance and repair work performed.
• Effectively collaborate with other departments as appropriate.
• Perform tractor tasks: DOT inspections; repair and replace air brake components; replace starters, alternators, batteries; diagnose and repair cooling systems; service suspension components; replace wheel seals and hubs; perform minor electrical diagnostics; service fifth wheels; maintain service records and repair documentation.
• Perform trailer tasks: DOT inspections; repair and replace air brake components; replace wheel seals and hub assemblies; repair suspension and axle components; repair trailer electrical systems; maintain service records and repair documentation; service hydraulic liftgates (preferred).
• Perform reefer tasks:
  Diagnose refrigeration performance issues; replace sensors and electrical components; repair starter and charging systems; perform refrigerant leak detection and service; calibrate temperature controls; maintain service records and repair documentation.

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• 3–5 years of related experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must provide and maintain essential mechanic tools and toolbox for daily tasks.
• Must complete Spartan Nash certification for safe driving skills for material handling equipment, tractors, and trailers (training provided).

Abilities include frequent sitting, walking, standing, using hands to handle, grasp, and twist objects, using both feet for repetitive movements such as operating foot controls, walking, talking, crouching, kneeling, bending, stooping, twisting, and reaching. Ability to lift up to 75 pounds with assistance as needed. Must work in a warehouse environment with moderate to high noise, variable temperatures and humidity, and accommodate work on weekends, holidays, days, nights, and overtime as necessary.

Travel requirements vary by assignment.

Spartan Nash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two‑way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans. We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.