Diesel Mechanic

Performance Foodservice; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Tool allowance

Safety boot allowance

Day 1 benefits

Job summary

Performance Foodservice is hiring a diesel truck technician in Missouri for a night shift. You will diagnose and repair medium to heavy‑duty trucks, trailers, and reefer units, ensuring compliance with safety and licensing requirements.

The role includes road call capabilities and thorough documentation of all repairs and maintenance. We seek candidates with 5+ years of heavy‑duty experience, including PMs, brakes, diagnostics, and A/C refrigeration.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent required.
• 5+ years of proven medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair experience including PMs, tire & wheel, air & air disc brakes, diagnosis, computerized diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, electronic component repair.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in A/C refrigeration.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair medium to heavy-duty trucks, trailers, reefer units, and related equipment.
• Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings and other critical components.
• Ensure equipment has required licensing and registration prior to roadworthiness.
• Maintain thorough documentation for work orders and preventive maintenance.
• Install, replace, and repair onboard computers.
• Perform routine maintenance and use hand and power tools as required.
• Train other employees and perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Diesel engine repair

Electrical troubleshooting

On-board computer systems diagnostics

Education

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent

Tools

PM procedures

Job description

Job Description

• Earn up to $36.00/hour based on experience, plus additional pay for CDL holders
• 4-day workweek: Monday-Thursday, 8:00 PM-6:30 AM with NO weekends and overtime opportunities available
• State-of-the-art shop with paid training, career development, and advancement opportunities
• Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus, $1,000 annual tool allowance, safety boot allowance, and Day 1 benefits

Position Details

• Earn up to $36.00/hour based on experience, plus additional pay for CDL holders
• 4-day workweek: Monday-Thursday, 8:00 PM-6:30 AM with NO weekends and overtime opportunities available
• State-of-the‑art shop with paid training, career development, and advancement opportunities
• Up to $10,000 sign‑on bonus, $1,000 annual tool allowance, safety boot allowance, and Day 1 benefits

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 $36.00 per hour, based on experience