Diesel Mechanic Technician

Performance Food Group (New); Illinois; On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Day 1 of Employment

Free Uniforms

Annual Safety Boot Allowance

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Food Group is seeking a fleet maintenance technician to perform preventive maintenance on medium to heavy-duty trucks and trailers, ensuring roadworthiness and up-to-date documentation. The role includes road call support and strict adherence to safety standards.

The position runs Monday through Friday, 11:00am–7:00pm, with occasional Saturdays. Compensation starts at $35 per hour or more, based on experience, plus benefits from Day 1 and uniforms and safety boot allowance.

Qualifications

• Required Education: High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience
• 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

Responsibilities

• Complete and perform preventative maintenance on minor repairs and standard component inspections/ repairs of fleet diesel equipment.
• Identify root causes of basic failures and perform repairs as required.
• Ensure equipment has required licensing and registration prior to roadworthy status; document work orders daily.
• Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts for safe operation; replace parts if needed.
• Perform routine maintenance and use hand tools and power tools; assist with road call services as needed.

Skills

Fleet maintenance

Diagnostics

Electrical troubleshooting

A/C refrigeration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Onboard diagnostics

Hand tools

Pneumatic tools

Job description

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.

Job Description:

Position Details:

• Monday - Friday, 11:00am - 7:00pm. Some Saturdays may occasionally be required
• $35.00 per hour or more depending on experience and skill set
• Benefits Day 1 of Employment, Free Uniforms, Annual Safety 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.

Benefits:

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Qualifications:

Required Education: High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

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

Preferred qualifications:

• Preferred Education: Associates/2-year technical - Vocational / Trade School Diploma
• CDL A Preferred
• Preferred Experience: 3 + 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
• Preferred Professional Certification(s): Preferred certifications in tire & wheel, brakes, AC &/or EPA, DOT inspections, transmissions, engines, ASE Heavy Duty

EEO Statement:

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. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.