Diesel Mechanic

Performance Food Group (New); Missouri; On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

401K employer matching

Education assistance

Paid time off

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Annual tool allowance

Safety boot allowance

Job summary

Performance Food Group (New) seeks a skilled diesel fleet technician to diagnose and repair medium to heavy-duty trucks and trailers. You will perform preventative maintenance, inspections, and roadside service as required.

The role requires 5–7 years of industry experience, a High School diploma or GED, and the ability to work Monday–Thursday nights. CDL preferred; company offers competitive pay and benefits from day one.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of proven medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair experience.
• Experience with PMs, tire/wheel, air brakes, and diagnostic testing.
• 2+ years in A/C refrigeration preferred; CDL is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on fleet diesel equipment.
• Inspect brakes, steering, wheels, and related components for roadworthiness.
• Document work orders and maintain repair logs in the EAM system.
• Handle road calls and train other employees as needed.

Skills

Diesel truck repair

PM maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Onboard computer diagnostics

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate degree in diesel technology (preferred)

Tools

Diagnostics software

Vehicle inspection tools

Job description

Company Description:

Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers - providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

Job Description:

Position Details:

• Hourly pay up to $33.50 per hour, based on experience (Additional pay offered to applicants that hold a CDL license)
• 5 Years of Industry Experience required
• Monday - Thursday, 8:00pm-6:30am - NO Weekends!
• Sign On Bonus up to $10,000 (Terms Apply), $1000 Annual Tool Allowance, Annual Safety Boot Allowance and Benefits Day 1 of Employment!

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Purpose:

Responsible for diagnosing and repairing medium to heavy-duty trucks, trailers, reefer units, converter dolly and maintenance vehicles under minimal supervision. Ensure compliance with all State and Federal trucking regulations. Communicates and interacts with co-workers. Technicians are responsible for the documentation, completion, and keeping the work orders for all repairs and parts used daily. The position will be required to perform road call services as needed.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Complete and perform preventative maintenance on minor repairs and standard component inspections/ repairs of fleet diesel equipment (tractors, trailers, refrigeration units) as well as, identifying root cause of basic failures/conditions and perform repairs as required
• Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition which may require replacement of parts
• Ensure equipment has required licensing and registration prior to being deemed as 'roadworthy'
• Complete thorough documentation for work orders of repairs and preventative maintenance through the online Enterprise Asset Management system
• Install, replace, and repair onboard computers
• Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating equipment and machinery requiring the use of hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists
• Train other employees
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent

Required Experience: 5 - 7 Years

5+ years of proven medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair including PM's, tire & wheel, air & air disc brakes, diagnosis, computerized diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, electronic component repair and a minimum of 2 years' experience in A/C refrigeration.

Preferred qualifications:

Preferred Education: Associates/2-Year Technical

Preferred Experience: 7 - 10 years of proven medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair including PM's, tire & wheel, air & air disc brakes, diagnosis, computerized diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, electronic component repair and a minimum of 2 years' experience in A/C Refrigeration.

Preferred Professional Certification(s): Tire & wheel, brakes, AC and/or EPA, DOT inspections, transmissions, engines, ASE Heavy Duty

CDL License

EEO Statement:

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.