Diesel Fleet Mechanic Technician III

Sysco Northeast Rdc; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool allowance

Outstanding benefits

Job summary

Sysco Northeast Rdc in Westbrook, Maine, is looking for a technician to perform preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment in a full-time role. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, along with technical training in medium/heavy duty trucks.

This position requires knowledge in electrical and refrigeration systems, and candidates may have supervisory responsibilities. Competitive pay starts at $36 per hour, with benefits such as a tool allowance of $300 twice a year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current and valid driver's license (CDL Preferred, Not Required).
• Medium / Heavy Duty truck technical training required.
• 2 years of experience in fleet maintenance or 5 years in the field.

Responsibilities

• Perform required inspections and preventive maintenance on vehicles.
• Conduct FAI/CVI inspections on all fleet vehicles.
• Execute quality preventive maintenance inspections on vehicles.
• Perform repair on all fleet vehicles to maximize reliability.
• Mentor Fleet Technician I and II.

Skills

Expert knowledge and skill of all vehicle systems and components

Expert knowledge and skill in diagnosis and repair of electrical systems

Expert knowledge and skill in diagnosis and repair of refrigeration systems

Moderate knowledge and skill in welding and cutting

Moderate computer skills and knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Diagnostic equipment and major tools

Job description

Job Details

• Pay: Starts at $36 per hour and may vary based on experience
• Shift: Monday–Thursday, 4:00 PM to 2:30 AM (flexible; four 10-hour shifts)
• Shift Differential: $1 per hour
• Tool Allowance: $300 twice annually
• Outstanding benefits – www.syscobenefits.com
• Stable, full-time career with a growing company
• Advance your career 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 overall fleet reliability.

Responsibilities

• Perform required inspections and preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment within planned time tolerances to maximize 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 regulations.
• Perform quality preventive maintenance inspections per company methods on all fleet vehicles including tractors, trailers, converter dollies, refrigeration units, lift‑gates, and light‑duty vehicles.
• Perform quality maintenance repairs as required to maximize safety and reliability on all fleet vehicles including tractors, trailers, converter dollies, and lift‑gates.
• Perform preventive maintenance, diagnosis and repair to refrigeration units.
• 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, clutches, drive-lines, steers, suspensions, fuels, ignition systems, exhaust systems, reintegration systems, intake systems, electrical systems, brake systems, HVAC systems and lift‑gate hydraulics.
• 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 distribution center low voltage.
• Electric motor knowledge.
• Complete electrical repairs and welding projects as needed.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or GED required
• Current and valid driver's license (CDL Preferred, Not 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 DOT FMCSA regulations
• Moderate knowledge of OSHA safety regulations
• Moderate knowledge of environmental regulations
• Working knowledge of computer‑based diagnostic software for OEMs and component manufacturers
• The technician must provide and possess all diagnostic equipment and major tools 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.
• Frequently required to sit and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally lift and move up to 20 pounds.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear.
• Frequent requirement to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend or crawl.
• Occasional heavy lifting up to 100 lbs.
• Requires excellent hand and finger dexterity for tools and equipment.
• Specific vision abilities such as close, distance, color, peripheral and depth perception are required.
• Ability to operate various pieces of equipment.
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, reach.
• Ability to push and pull.
• Ability to lift and carry.
• Ability to grasp tools.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion with tools.
• Working conditions: frequently outdoors.

Working Conditions

• Occasionally exposed to wet, hot, extreme cold and/or humid conditions while performing duties, and may be required to work in confined spaces.
• Works non‑traditional business hours including evenings, nights, weekends, holidays and on‑call shifts.
• May occasionally be required to travel to other operating companies or corporate offices as needed.
• Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and confined spaces.
• Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.