Diesel Mechanic Technician

Performance Foodservice; Harahan (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided

Boot allowance

Health benefits Day 1

401K matching

Education assistance

Job summary

Performance Foodservice in Louisiana is seeking an experienced diesel/heavy-duty technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain fleet equipment. You will conduct preventive maintenance, inspect critical systems, and ensure compliance with state and federal trucking regulations.

The role requires 5–7 years of experience in heavy-duty vehicle repair, proficiency with diagnostics and onboard computer systems, and willingness to perform road call services as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 5–7 years of proven medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair experience.
• Experience with PMs, tires/wheels, air brakes, diagnostics and A/C refrigeration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and standard inspections on fleet diesel equipment.
• Inspect brakes, steering, wheel bearings and related components for proper operation.
• Ensure roadworthiness through licensing and registration checks.
• Document work orders and parts used in the Enterprise Asset Management system.
• Install, replace and repair onboard computers.
• Use hand and power tools for routine maintenance and repairs.
• Perform road calls as needed and train other employees.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Diagnostics

Mechanical repair

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Enterprise Asset Mgmt system

Onboard computers

Heavy-duty diagnostic tools

Job description

• Up to $30.00 per hour depending on experience
• Sunday-Thursday 5:00pm - 3:30am
• Benefits Day 1 of Employment! Free Uniforms and Boot Allowance

Job Description

Position Details

• Up to $30.00 per hour depending on experience
• Sunday-Thursday 5:00pm - 3:30am
• Benefits Day 1 of Employment! Free Uniforms and 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 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

Up to $30.00 per hour depending on experience