DoD SkillBridge Fleet Mechanic - Diesel Technician

Overview

DoD Skill Bridge Fleet Mechanic - Diesel Technician opportunity at US Foods. This application is only available to active-duty service members eligible to participate in a DoD Skill Bridge Internship. The service member must be within the last 12 months of their active-duty contract. This is an unpaid, non-benefit eligible internship position in partnership with the DoD Skill Bridge program.

Are you a current US Foods employee? Please apply directly through our internal Workday career site.

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace and complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (tractors, trailers, bobtails, reefers, lift gates, etc.).
• Perform preventative maintenance within company standards.
• Complete documentation of all repair orders, PM lists 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.
• Must furnish own personal hand tools.
• CDL A and DOT certified preferred.

• Must have three (3) years of verifiable hands-on experience as a heavy duty commercial diesel mechanic or reefer mechanic or a combination of both; or two (2) 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 an appropriate PM program.
• Must furnish own personal hand tools.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: 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; ability to manage multiple functions 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;
  
  overtime ability when needed.
• CDL A and DOT certification preferred.

• EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status

• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Food and Beverage Services