Diesel Fleet Technician III - Northampton, PA

Sysco; Northampton Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Tool allowance

Boot allowance

Paid vacation holidays

Healthcare benefits

Career growth

Job summary

Sysco is seeking a Fleet Technician to perform inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on a wide range of fleet vehicles and equipment. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and cost efficiency across the vehicle lifecycle.

Shifts are available on 2nd and 3rd, with a $2.00 shift differential and a $600 annual tool allowance. The position offers comprehensive healthcare and opportunities for growth within Sysco.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• CDL preferred but not required.
• 2-year school and 4 years of experience or 5 years in fleet maintenance and repair.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and preventive maintenance on fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Perform annual FAI/CVI inspections per regulations.
• Perform preventive maintenance on refrigeration units, lift gates, and related systems.
• Diagnose causes of malfunctions and repair to manufacturer specifications.
• Document all work on work orders and communicate findings.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Diagnostics

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical testing tools

Job description

Earn $28.17 - $42.21 per Hour*Plus a $600 Annual Tool Allowance

Comprehensive Benefits Package

We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you whySysco is at the heart of food and service.

Benefits:

• Earn $28.17 - $42.21 per hour*
• $2.00 shift differential for 2nd shift
• $600 annual tool allowance
• Annual boot allowance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Ongoing job skills and leadership development training
• Career growth opportunities – we promote from within!
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits
• Move your career FORWARD with Sysco Foods!

*Based on experience and certifications

Shift:

• 2nd or 3rd shift available

Responsibilities:

• Perform required inspections and preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment within 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 electrical systems (DC, low-voltage)
• Electric motor knowledge (DC)
• Complete electrical repairs and welding projects as needed

Qualifications:

• Education
• High school diploma or GED
• 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 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

Sysco is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

*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 the rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience, and other individualized factors