Diesel Mechanic

Performance Foodservice; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 health & wellness benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

401K employer matching

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Performance Foodservice is seeking an experienced fleet technician to diagnose and repair medium to heavy-duty trucks, trailers, and related equipment. The role requires 5+ years of industry experience, focus on safety, and ability to work with onboard systems across a night shift.

You will perform PMs, diagnostic work, and road calls, with benefits starting Day 1 and opportunities for growth in a linked logistics network. CDL holders may receive additional pay incentives depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years proven medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair experience including PMs and diagnostics.
• Experience with air and air-disc brakes, electrical troubleshooting, and refrigeration is a plus.
• Ability to document work orders and perform road calls as needed.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair medium to heavy-duty trucks, trailers, and related equipment.
• Inspect braking systems, steering, wheel bearings, and components; replace parts as needed.
• Ensure roadworthiness with proper licensing and registration.
• Document repairs and PMs in the Enterprise Asset Management system.
• Install, replace, and repair onboard computers and related hardware.
• Perform routine maintenance such as oil changes, battery checks, and lubrications.
• Train other employees and perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Vehicle repair

5+ years experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

• 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
• Sign On Bonus up to $10,000 (Terms Apply), $1000 Annual Tool Allowance, Annual Safety Boot Allowance and Benefits Day 1 of Employment!

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.

Required 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.

Compensation

Hourly pay up to $33.50 per hour, based on experience