Diesel Fleet Mechanic Technician III

FreshPoint Oahu, Ltd. (FreshPoint Hawaii, LLC); Alabama; On-site; USD 34,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential for 2nd/3rd shifts

Boot and tool allowance

Benefits package

Job summary

Sysco Central Alabama, Inc. seeks a skilled Fleet Technician to keep the company fleet safe, reliable, and on the road.

You will inspect, diagnose, and repair a wide range of vehicles and equipment, from tractors to reefers, ensuring adherence to federal and local regulations. The role requires strong knowledge of electrical and refrigeration systems, the ability to mentor others, and proficiency with diagnostic tools.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• ASE certifications in automotive or heavy-duty trucks preferred.
• EPA 608/609 HVAC refrigerant certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and preventive maintenance within time tolerances.
• Conduct annual inspections on fleet vehicles per regulations.
• Maintain tractors, trailers, reefer units and related equipment.
• Repair to manufacturer specs for engines, transmissions and drivetrains.
• Diagnose faults and perform repairs on electrical, HVAC and hydraulic systems.
• Document all work on orders and reports.
• Mentor junior technicians and assist supervision when needed.
• Proficient in electrical meter testing and repairs.
• Comply with DOT/FMCSA, OSHA and environmental regulations.

Skills

Fleet maintenance

Electrical diagnosis

Refrigeration systems

Welding & cutting

Computer literacy

Regulatory knowledge

OSHA safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

ASE automotive certifications

EPA 608/609 HVAC refrigerant cert.

Tools

Electrical meter testing

OEM diagnostic software

Job description

Company: US0046 Sysco Central Alabama, Inc.

Sales Territory: None

Zip Code: 35040

Travel Percentage: 0

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco's actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors

Pay: up to $41.30 per hour, based on experience

1st or 2nd Shift available

Shift Differential available for 2nd or 3rd shift

Annual Boot and Tool Allowance

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 provide safe, reliable and cost-efficient vehicles by performing quality preventive maintenance inspections and repairs as well as performing expert diagnosis and repair as required to prevent breakdowns on road, reduce vehicle downtime and improve total fleet reliability.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform required inspections and preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment with in planned time tolerances to maximize the safety, reliability, and cost efficiency throughout the life cycle of the fleet.
• Perform FAI/CVI (Annual) inspections on all fleet vehicles including tractors, trailers, converter dollies, light-duty vehicles, and any other company-owned equipment in accordance with all federal, state and local legal and regulatory agencies. (Includes all state-required inspections and frequencies).
• Perform quality preventive maintenance inspections per company methods on all fleet vehicles including tractors, trailers, converter dollies, refrigeration units (Reefer), lift-gates, light-duty vehicles, and any other company-owned equipment.
• Perform quality maintenance repairs as required to maximize safety and reliability on all fleet vehicles including tractors, trailers, converter dollies, lift-gates, light-duty vehicles, and any company-owned equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance, diagnosis and repair to refrigeration units (Reefer).
• Address all Driver Vehicle Inspection Report write ups timely, and efficiently.
• Diagnose 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.
• Follow procedures including documenting all work performed on work orders.
• Mentor, teach and share expertise with Fleet Technician I and II to aid in their development to positions of greater responsibility.
• May perform moderate supervisory roles when Fleet Manager or Fleet Supervisors are not accessible.
• Proficient in electrical meter testing
• Knowledge of controls and electric (DC (distribution center) low voltage
• Electric motor knowledge (DC)
• Complete electrical repairs and welding projects as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• High school diploma or GED required

Experience

• Medium / Heavy Duty truck technical training
• 2-year school and 4 years of experience OR
• 5 years of experience in fleet maintenance and repair

Certifications, Licenses and/or Registrations

• Annual Inspector Certification Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Brake Inspector Certification Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• ASE certifications & Automotive or Medium/Heavy Duty Trucks
• EPA section 608 (Core & Type II) and 609 HVAC & Refrigeration Certification

Professional Skills

• Expert knowledge and skill of all vehicle systems and components
• Expert knowledge and skill in diagnosis and repair of electrical systems on all equipment
• Expert knowledge and skill in diagnosis and repair of refrigeration systems (Expert knowledge and skill in Preventive Maintenance Inspections and repair
• Moderate knowledge and skill in welding and cutting (gas, electric, MIG, TIG)
• Moderate computer skills and knowledge
• Expert knowledge of all DOT (FMCSA) regulations
• Moderate knowledge of OSHA safety regulations
• Moderate knowledge of environmental regulations
• Working knowledge of computer-based diagnostic software for OEM's and component manufacturers

The technician must provide own and provide all tools (diagnostic equipment and major tools provided by Sysco) necessary to perform all maintenance repair and diagnostics

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk and use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and telephone to talk and hear.

The employee is frequently required to sit and reach with hands and arms.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reac