Class A Diesel Mechanic Technician

Performance Foodservice; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness Benefits Day 1

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Foodservice is seeking a skilled truck and fleet technician in Houma, LA. You will diagnose and repair medium to heavy-duty trucks, perform PMs, and ensure roadworthy status with proper documentation.

Responsibilities include electrical diagnostics, brake and fuel system inspections, and road-call support as needed. Work hours are typically Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm, with benefits beginning Day 1.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; ASE or related certifications preferred.
• 5–7 years of medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair experience with PMs and diagnostics.
• Minimum 2 years of A/C refrigeration experience and strong electrical troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on fleet diesel equipment and identify root causes of failures.
• Inspect brakes, steering, wheel bearings, and core components for safe roadworthiness.
• Ensure licensing/registration is valid before road use and document work orders.
• Install, replace, and repair onboard computers; use diagnostic tools and manuals.
• Train other employees and perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Vehicle repair

Diagnostics

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Team training

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Diagnostic software

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

• $30.00 per hour or more depending on experience and skill level
• Free Uniforms, Safety Boot Allowance and Benefits Day 1 of Employment

Position Details

• Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
• $30.00 per hour or more depending on experience and skill level
• Free Uniforms, Safety Boot Allowance and Benefits Day 1 of Employment

We Deliver the Goods

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Purpose

Responsible for diagnosing and repairing medium to heavy-duty trucks, trailers, reefer units, converter dolly and maintenance vehicles under minimal supervision. Ensure compliance with all State and Federal trucking regulations. Communicates and interacts with co-workers. Technicians are responsible for the documentation, completion, and keeping the work orders for all repairs and parts used daily. The position will be required to perform road call services as needed.

Primary Responsibilities

• Complete and perform preventative maintenance on minor repairs and standard component inspections/ repairs of fleet diesel equipment (tractors, trailers, refrigeration units) as well as, identifying root cause of basic failures/conditions and perform repairs as required
• Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition which may require replacement of parts
• Ensure equipment has required licensing and registration prior to being deemed as "roadworthy"
• Complete thorough documentation for work orders of repairs and preventative maintenance through the online Enterprise Asset Management system
• Install, replace, and repair onboard computers
• Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating equipment and machinery requiring the use of hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists
• Train other employees
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent
• Required Experience: 5 - 7 Years
• 5+ years of proven medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair including PM's, tire & wheel, air & air disc brakes, diagnosis, computerized diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, electronic component repair and a minimum of 2 years' experience in A/C refrigeration.

Compensation

$30.00 per hour or more depending on experience