Diesel Mechanic

Albertsons; Irvine (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Albertsons is looking for a skilled Mechanic in Irvine, CA to maintain vehicles to company specifications. The role involves performing preventative maintenance, repairs on heavy-duty equipment, and ensuring safety standards. Ideal candidates have at least 5 years of experience and possess key skills like manual dexterity and mental alertness.

Qualifications

• Must possess a minimum of 5 years' experience in heavy-duty tractor/trailer repair.
• Ability to complete appropriate documents in an efficient and legible manner.
• Computer skills are helpful.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance checks on all tractors every 30,000 miles.
• Repair any equipment problems and assist drivers with equipment failure.
• Ensure a safe work environment while following company procedures.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Mental alertness

Overall coordination

Education

Valid DOT physical card

Job description

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. With a fixation on raising the bar with innovation and building belonging through our culture, our team is rallying our company around a unique purpose : to create joy around each table and inspire a healthier tomorrow for every community.

Albertsons Companies is one of the largest food and drug retailers in the United States, with over 2,200 stores in 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw's, Acme, Tom Thumb, Randalls, United Supermarkets, Pavilions, Star Market, Haggen, Carr's, Kings Food Markets, and Balducci's Food Lovers Market. We support our stores with 22 distribution centers and 19 manufacturing plants.

Bring your flavor

Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.

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What you will be doing

Maintain all vehicles to Company / DOT specifications at the lowest possible cost per mile.

The position will be based in Irvine, CA.

Main responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance checks on all tractors every 30,000 miles and trailers every three months as indicated on the preventative maintenance schedule.
• Repair any equipment problems answer drivers' telephone requests for assistance with equipment failure while out on the road.
• Maintain and repair all equipment to include engine, electrical, drive train, suspension, body and fender, etc.
• Must supply own tools with the proper toolbox, including air tools.
• Follow company procedures. Ensure a safe work environment.
• Responsible for performing all job duties with honesty and integrity.

Salary : Competitive Wages - The hourly rate for this role is $33.56 per hour, but no less than the local minimum wage. Starting rates will vary based on things like location, experience, qualifications, and the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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What we are searching for

• Must possess a minimum of 5 years' experience in heavy duty tractor / trailer repair. May require valid DOT physical card and a drivers' license and may need certification in the use of refrigerant and recycling equipment. Ability to complete appropriate documents in an efficient and legible manner. Computer skills are helpful.
• Manual dexterity, overall coordination and good balance are required. Frequently working with body over at the waist, in kneeling or squatting position working or reaching with arms at or above shoulder height while performing all repairs. Frequently lifting and / or using a maximum force for replacement parts from 1 to 100 pounds. Must be able to stand, walk and work in close quarters, prone or awkward positions for lengthy periods; operate heavy garage repair equipment and work on ladders; perform required mechanical repairs on diesel trucks and trailers; drive tractor truck and 53-foot or doubles combination semi-trailer.
• Mental alertness is necessary to ensure safe and accurate completion of work activities as well as working with heavy machinery. Ability to work with a variety of test equipment, tools, lube equipment, on-board computers and other working equipment.
• Mechanics must have the ability to drive a repair vehicle off the premise to perform emergency repairs on the road.
• Must be able to work full time with the ability to work any shift and be on call 24 hours per day.
• Exposure to hazards exists with respect to equipment, work areas, tools, welding equipment, presses, and other power equipment. Ability to apply required use and safety knowledge. Frequent exposure to diesel and cleaning agents exhausts fumes, noise, vibration, and severe weather conditions. Hands and arms are exposed to lubricants, sharp edged tools, and hot and cold surfaces. Possible exposure to hazardous chemicals with respect to equipment and work aids necessary to perform job duties.

What is it like at Albertsons?

Our 290,000 associates have a passion for great service and building lasting relationships with our customers. Through a companywide focus on innovation, we are continually enhancing our digital and product offerings, making it easy for customers to get what they need, wherever they are.

Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity / expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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