Diesel Mechanic Technician

Confidential; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits Day 1

Free uniforms

Annual safety boot allowance

Job summary

Performance Foodservice in Joliet, IL seeks a skilled Maintenance Technician to service medium to heavy-duty trucks and trailers, perform preventive maintenance, and document work orders. This role includes road call responsibilities and ensuring fleet compliance with state and federal regulations.

You will inspect braking systems, electrical components, and onboard computers, using hand and power tools. Day 1 health benefits and uniforms are provided.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of proven medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair experience including PMs and brakes.
• Experience with computerized diagnostics and electrical troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with A/C refrigeration and repair of fleet diesel equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on tractors, trailers, and reefer units.
• Inspect and repair brakes, steering, bearings, and other critical components.
• Document repairs and maintenance in the Enterprise Asset Management system.
• Install, replace, and repair onboard computers and related systems.
• Respond to road calls and ensure fleet remains roadworthy.

Skills

Vehicle repair

Electrical troubleshooting

Diagnostics

PM maintenance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Onboard computers

Electronic diagnostics tools

Job description

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.

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

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 gl.

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.