Diesel Mechanic

## Diesel Mechanic Apply:
Norwich CT:
Full time:
Posted Today:
R282856

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITEJoin Our Community of Food People!
** COME WORK FOR US FOODS!
** Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the food service industry?  
** 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.  
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* Schedule:

2pm - 10:30pm
**** Pay range is $30- $34 hourly based on certifications and experience.*
* ** Excellent Benefits starting DAY ONE! Including:*** **$250 Quarterly tool allowance first year, Amount DOUBLES after first year! That's an extra $1,000 first year and $500 every 3 months after that!*** **$8,000 Retention bonus!**
* ** New Boots and Uniforms Provided at LEAST 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!**
* ** Training and Advancement Opportunities!!**
* ** 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.  
** ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*
* * 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.
* Other duties as assigned by manager.  
** QUALIFICATIONS
* ** Must have 3 years of verifiable hands-on experience as a heavy-duty commercial diesel mechanic.
* 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.
* 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).
* Must possess a valid driver's license.
* High school diploma or equivalent required.  
** PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
*** Valid Class A CDL license and DOT certification preferred
* Experience with Maximo fleet maintenance system preferred
* Previous mechanical and PM program experience preferred
* Experience using fleet maintenance software preferred
* Welding ability preferred  
** WORK ENVIRONMENT**
* ** Onsite**:
The associate in this role is expected to perform assigned responsibilities inside a US Foods maintenance facility.
* Ability to work flexible schedule.
* Must be willing to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions.

Physical Requirements:

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…