Diesel Mechanic Technician

Performance Foodservice; Harahan (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness Day 1 benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Foodservice is seeking a skilled fleet technician to diagnose and repair medium to heavy-duty trucks, trailers, and refrigeration units. The role requires servicing road calls and maintaining compliance with state and federal trucking regulations, with documentation of all work orders in the EAM system.

The position offers hands-on maintenance, equipment inspections, and training responsibilities, supporting uptime and safety across the fleet.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent.
• Required Experience: 5 - 7 Years.
• 5+ years of proven medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair including PMs, tire & wheel, air & air disc brakes, diagnosis, computerized diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, electronic component repair and 2+ years in A/C refrigeration.

Responsibilities

• Complete and perform preventative maintenance on minor repairs and standard component inspections/repairs of fleet diesel equipment (tractors, trailers, refrigeration units) and identify root causes.
• Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other parts, replacing as needed.
• Ensure equipment has required licensing and registration prior to roadworthiness.
• Document work orders for repairs and PMs in the online Enterprise Asset Management system.
• Install, replace, and repair onboard computers.
• Use hand tools and power tools for repairs and maintenance.
• Perform routine maintenance such as oil changes, battery checks, lubrication.
• Train other employees.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

5+ years

fleet diesel maintenance

diagnostics

Education

High School Diploma/GED

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