Class A Diesel Mechanic Technician

Performance Foodservice; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits Day 1

Stock purchase plan

401K match

Education assistance

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Performance Foodservice is seeking a skilled diesel/heavy-duty truck technician in the Richmond, VA area. Responsibilities include diagnostics, repairs, preventative maintenance, and road call support for tractors, trailers, and reefer units.

The role requires 5+ years of experience, with a strong focus on PMs, electrical troubleshooting, and component repair. Competitive pay, health benefits starting Day 1, and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of proven medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair experience.
• Experience with PMs, tire & wheel, air & air disc brakes, diagnosis, computerized diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, and components repair.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on fleet diesel equipment (tractors, trailers, refrigeration units).
• Inspect braking, steering, wheels, and related components for proper operation and replace parts as needed.
• Ensure roadworthiness with proper licensing and registrations.
• Document work orders and repairs in the Enterprise Asset Management system.
• Install, replace, and repair onboard computers.
• Train other employees and support cross-team activities.

Skills

Medium-heavy vehicle repair

Diagnostics

Electrical troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Hand tools

Pneumatic wrenches

Welding equipment

Jacks and hoists

Job description

• $36.00 - $40.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Sunday-Thursday 2:00 p.m. - 10:30 a.m.
• Internal and External Training Courses provided, Free Uniforms, Annual Safety Boot Allowance, and $500 Annual Tool Allowance

Job Description

Position Details

• $36.00 - $40.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Sunday-Thursday 2:00 p.m. - 10:30 a.m.
• Internal and External Training Courses provided, Free Uniforms, Annual Safety Boot Allowance, and $500 Annual Tool Allowance

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

$36.00 - $40.00 per hour, depending on experience