Diesel Mechanic Class B Technician

Performance Foodservice; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tool allowance

Quarterly safety incentive

Free uniforms

Boot allowance

Job summary

Performance Foodservice in Massachusetts is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to perform preventive maintenance on medium to heavy-duty fleet equipment, including tractors, trailers, and refrigeration units. You will ensure roadworthiness, complete detailed work orders, and perform road calls as needed.

The role requires 2+ years of repair experience, a high school diploma or GED, and familiarity with PMs, diagnostics, and A/C refrigeration.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of proven medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair
• Experience with PMs, tire & wheel, air & air disc brakes, diagnosis, electronic troubleshooting, and A/C refrigeration

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on fleet diesel equipment (tractors, trailers, refrigeration units) and identify root causes of faults
• Ensure equipment has required licensing and registration before roadworthy status
• Document work orders and maintenance activities in the system
• Install, replace, and repair onboard computers
• Inspect brakes, steering, wheel bearings and related components for proper operation
• Conduct routine maintenance (oil changes, batteries, lubrication) using hand and power tools
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Mechanical troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Job Description: Position Details

$31.78 - $41.33 per hour depending on experience

Sign On Bonus: $2,500

4 Day Work Week!

Shift: Thursday – Saturday 5:30 pm – 5:30 am and Wednesday 11:30 pm - 5:30 am

Benefits

• Day 1 of Employment
• Tool Allowance
• Quarterly Safety Incentive
• Free Uniforms
• Boot Allowance

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 Summary

Perform preventative maintenance of medium to heavy-duty trucks, trailers, reefer units, converter dolly under minimal supervision.

Ensure compliance with all State and Federal trucking regulations.

Communicates and interacts with co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner.

Technicians are responsible for the documentation, completion, and to keep current on 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 causes of basic failures/conditions and perform repairs as required.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Qualifications

Required Education: High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent

Required Experience: 2+ 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 experience in A/C refrigeration

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.

Awards and Accolades

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.