Diesel Mechanic

US Foods; Zebulon (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting DAY ONE

401K with a fantastic company match

$250 quarterly tool allowance

Job summary

US Foods is hiring a heavy-duty diesel mechanic in Zebulon, NC to perform preventative maintenance and repairs on fleet equipment. You will work with a maintenance team, document work in the system, and help ensure a safe, reliable fleet. The role requires a year of hands-on diesel experience and your own tools.

Training and growth are emphasized in a safety‑conscious facility. We offer a Monday–Friday 1st shift, $24/hour based on certs and experience, and benefits starting day one.

Qualifications

• Must have 1 year of verifiable hands-on experience as a heavy-duty commercial diesel mechanic.
• Must furnish own personal hand tools.
• Able to read and write legibly; basic mathematical skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance within DOT standards.
• Complete required repairs on diesel equipment (tractors, trailers, bobtails, lift gates).
• Assist senior technicians with repairs as directed.
• Document repairs and parts used in the fleet maintenance system.

Skills

Reading/Writing

Mathematical skills

Attention to safety

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Maximo fleet maintenance system

Fleet maintenance software

Welding

Job description

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITEJoin Our Community of Food People!COME WORK FOR US FOODS!Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the foodservice industry?We help YOU make it! US Foods is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promoting from within, excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus.Schedule: Monday - Friday 1st shift hoursPay is $24 hourly based on certifications and experience.Excellent Benefits starting DAY ONE! Including:$250 Quarterly tool allowance, that's $1,000 extra per year!Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for Family Coverage.Paid vacation time, sick, and personal time.Employee uniforms and boots provided.401K with FANTASTIC company match!Strong Safety Culture, newer equipment, and excellent local leadership and great place to work!BASIC PURPOSE: To provide a safe and reliable fleet by performing preventative maintenance and proper repairs on all fleet equipment.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESPerform preventative maintenance within DOT standards.Complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (i.e., tractors, trailers, bobtails, lift gates, etc.).Take directions from and assist senior technicians with repairs.Utilize fleet maintenance system tablet to fully document equipment repair and parts used.Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with workplace safety rules/regulations and government guidelines.Willingness and capacity to assume increased responsibility and certifications.Other duties as assigned by manager.QUALIFICATIONS:Must have 1 year of verifiable hands-on experience as a heavy-duty commercial diesel mechanic.Must furnish own personal hand tools.Able to read and write legibly (e.g., to attend trainings, hold conversations, receive safety and job-related coaching, and enter information on reports if needed); basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, divide).High school diploma or equivalent required.Must possess a valid driver's license.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSValid Class A CDL license and DOT certificationExperience with Maximo fleet maintenance systemPrevious mechanical and PM program experienceExperience using fleet maintenance softwareWelding abilityWORK ENVIRONMENTOnsite: The associate in this role is expected to perform assigned responsibilities inside a US Foods maintenance facility.Ability to work flexible schedule.Must be willing to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions.Physical Requirements:JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO: 1. SIT Occasionally 2. STAND Frequently 3. WALK Frequently 4. DRIVE Occasionally (Test drives equipment) TO LIFT: 1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Continuously 2. 10-20 lbs (Light) Frequently 3. 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally 4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally 5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) May lift up to 120-150 pounds (2 man lift) TO CARRY: 1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Frequently 2. 10-20 lbs (Light) Frequently 3. 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally 4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally 5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) Occasionally 1. Push/pull Occasionally Item: transmissions, tires & clutches 2. Climb/balance Occasionally Item: ladders & lift gates 3. Stoop/squat Frequently 4. Kneel/bend Occasionally 5. Bend Frequently 6. Reach above shoulder Occasionally 7. Grasp objects Frequently Type: 8. Manipulate objects Frequently type: 9. Twisting Occasionally1 (Push/Pull: Hand truck, gate, straps, metal ramp, truck door, dolly, boxes, truck gear shift)2 (Climb/Balance: In/Out Truck/Trailer to cab. On/Off ramp to ground level and side doorsteps and Platform of trailer. Stairs)3 (Grasp Objects: Hand truck, boxes, cartons, steering wheel)4 (Manipulate Objects: Boxes, dolly, metal truck ramp, hand truck, paperwork, truck gate, straps)5 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as copiers, printers)Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $22 and $24. This role may also receive overtime compensation.Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.#LI-ED1***EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***