Class B Diesel Mechanic Technician - 3rd Shift

Performance Food Service; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 64,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits Day 1

401K employer matching

Education assistance

Paid time off

Tool allowance

Uniforms provided

Annual safety boot allowance

Job summary

Performance Foodservice is seeking a Class B Diesel Mechanic Technician for the 3rd shift to perform preventive maintenance on medium to heavy-duty trucks, trailers, and reefer units. The role ensures compliance with state and federal trucking regulations and requires accurate documentation of repairs and parts used.

Road-call services may be required. The position offers competitive pay, a tool allowance, and a comprehensive benefits package starting Day 1, with uniform provisions and safety

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED; 2+ years in medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair including PMs, tire & wheel, brakes, diagnostics and A/C refrigeration.
• Preferred: Associate degree or technical diploma; 3+ years experience in similar role and EPA, DOT inspections, engine/transmission knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on medium to heavy-duty trucks, trailers, and reefer units.
• Ensure roadworthiness with proper licensing and registrations.
• Document repairs and PMs in the EAM system and maintain work orders.
• Install and repair onboard computers; inspect brakes, steering, bearings and other key systems.
• Conduct routine maintenance including oil changes, battery checks, lubrication, and use of hand and power tools.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Diesel vehicle repair

Electrical troubleshooting

Computerized diagnostics

Road calls

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associates/2-year technical diploma

Tools

Enterprise Asset Management system

Job description

Class B Diesel Mechanic Technician - 3rd Shift

Company Description: Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants and other experts builds close relationships with each customer, providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection and operational strategies. The Performance Foodservice team delivers delicious food, but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

ob Description: Position Details:

• $31.00 - $34.00 per hour depending on experience
• Sunday - Thursday 10:00 p.m. - 6:30 a.m.
• $1,000 Tool Allowance per year, Free Uniforms, Annual Safety Boot Allowance, 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 Summary: Perform preventative maintenance of medium to heavy-duty trucks, trailers, reefer units, converter dolly under minimal supervision. Ensure compliance with all State and Federal trucking regulations. Communicates and interacts with co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner. Technicians are responsible for the documentation, completion, and to keep current on 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 causes of basic failures/conditions and perform repairs as required.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required Education: High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
• Required Experience: 2+ 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 experience in A/C refrigeration
• Preferred qualifications:
• Preferred Education: Associates/2-year technical - Vocational / Trade School Diploma
• Preferred Experience: 3 + 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 experience in A/C refrigeration
• Preferred Professional Certification(s): Preferred certifications in tire & wheel, brakes, AC &/or EPA, DOT inspections, transmissions, engines, ASE Heavy Duty

EEO Statement: Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.