Diesel Fleet Mechanic Technician I

Sysco Northeast Rdc; Fargo (ND); Hybrid; USD 30,996 - 36,506; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $26.50 per hour

$2/hour night shift differential

$600 Annual Tool Allowance

Uniforms Paid For

Job summary

Sysco Northeast Rdc is hiring a Fleet Technician Apprentice in Fargo, ND. This role involves assisting in the maintenance of fleet vehicles, performing inspections and repairs under guidance. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and a basic understanding of vehicle systems. Sysco offers training, benefits, and opportunities for career advancement. The position pays up to $26.50 per hour, includes shift differentials and allowances for uniforms and tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred 2-year technical training in Medium/Heavy Duty trucks.
• No prior experience needed; valid driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in quality preventive maintenance inspections on fleet vehicles.
• Perform annual inspections and document findings under guidance.
• Diagnose and repair vehicle malfunctions to manufacturer specifications.

Skills

Basic knowledge of vehicle systems

Basic knowledge of electrical systems

Basic welding and cutting skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medium/Heavy Duty truck technical training

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

Pay: up to $22.50-$26.50 per hour, based on experience.

2 Shifts available-

Day Shift: Sunday – Tuesday, 6AM – 6PM

Night Shift (Preferred): Sunday – Tuesday, 6PM – 6AM

$2/Hour shift differential on night shift.

Uniforms Paid For

$600 Annual Tool Allowance

Annual Boot Allowance

Training provided - OEM training, Thermo King Training, EPA training

Outstanding benefits: www.syscobenefits.com

Excellent full-time career with a stable and growing company

Move your career FORWARD with Sysco Foods!

JOB SUMMARY

To assist Fleet Technician II and Fleet Technician III in providing safe, reliable and cost‑efficient vehicles by learning to perform quality preventive maintenance inspections and repairs as well as learning to diagnose and repair as required to prevent breakdowns on road, reduce vehicle downtime and improve total fleet reliability.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Learn to perform required inspections and preventive maintenance under the guidance of fleet technician II & III or fleet manager on vehicles and equipment to maximize the safety, reliability, and cost efficiency throughout the life‑cycle of the fleet.
• Learn to perform FAI/CVI (Annual) inspections on all fleet vehicles including tractors, trailers, converter dollies, light‑duty vehicles, and any other company‑owned equipment under the guidance of fleet technician II & III or fleet supervisor or manager in accordance with all federal, state and local legal and regulatory agencies (includes all state‑required inspections and frequencies).
• Learn to perform quality preventive maintenance inspections per company methods on all fleet vehicles including tractors, trailers, converter dollies, lift‑gates, light‑duty vehicles, and any other company‑owned equipment.
• Learn to perform quality maintenance repairs on all fleet vehicles including tractors, trailers, converter dollies, lift‑gates, light‑duty vehicles, and any company‑owned equipment as required to maximize safety and reliability.
• Learn to perform maintenance repairs on all vehicles under the guidance of fleet technician II & III or fleet supervisor or managers such as inspections, scheduled repairs, malfunctions, and road‑call repairs in a safe, efficient, timely, and quality manner.
• Address all driver vehicle inspection report write‑ups timely, efficiently, and correctly the first time under the guidance of fleet technician II & III or fleet supervisor or manager.
• Diagnose the cause of any malfunction and perform repairs to manufacturer specifications including but not limited to engines, transmissions and clutches, drive‑line, differential, steering and suspension, fuel and ignition system, exhaust systems (including regeneration systems), intake systems, electrical systems, brake systems, HVAC systems, and lift‑gate hydraulic, mechanical and electrical systems under the guidance of fleet technician II & III or fleet supervisor or manager.
• Follow procedures including documenting all work performed on work order using complaint, cause, and correction format under the guidance of fleet technician II & III or fleet supervisor or manager.
• Learn and develop efficiency in Sysco computer programs under the guidance of fleet technician II & III or fleet supervisor or manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Medium/Heavy Duty truck technical training 2‑year school (preferred)
• High school diploma or equivalent required

Experience

• No experience required
• Current and valid driver's license (CDL Preferred)

Professional Skills

• Basic knowledge and skill of all vehicle systems and components
• Basic knowledge and skill in diagnosis and repair of electrical systems on all equipment
• Basic knowledge and skill in welding and cutting (gas, electric, MIG, TIG)
• Basic computer skills and knowledge

Additional Qualifications

• Technicians must own and provide all tools (diagnostic equipment and major tools provided by Sysco) necessary to perform all maintenance inspections, repair and diagnostics.
• Apprentice will have performance reviews regularly to determine areas of improvement and areas that require additional training and development.
• Annual Inspector Certification Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Preferred, Not Required)
• Brake Inspector Certification Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Preferred, Not Required)
• ASE certifications – Automotive or Medium/Heavy Duty Trucks (Preferred, Not Required)
• 609 HVAC Certification (Preferred, Not Required)
• Working knowledge of computer‑based diagnostic software for OEM’s and component manufacturers.
• Apprentice will be required to complete Sysco SIU training modules for safety and other required courses.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear.
• Frequently required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend or crawl.
• Occasionally required to sit and must frequently lift and/or move up to 100lbs.
• Repair work requires excellent hand and finger dexterity used for wrenches, hand tools, and other shop equipment.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions

• Occasionally exposed to wet, hot, extreme cold and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, may be required to work in confined spaces.
• Work non‑traditional business hours including evenings, nights, weekends, holidays and on‑call.
• Occasional travel to other operating companies or the corporate office as business needs dictate.
• Exposure to high, precarious places and confined spaces.
• Exposure to fumes or airborne particles.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.