Diesel Mechanic Technician

US Foods, Inc.; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

US Foods, Inc. is seeking an experienced Diesel Mechanic Technician to join their team in Modesto. The role involves maintaining and repairing diesel-powered food service fleet equipment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and providing road service support as needed. Candidates must have a Class-A CDL and at least 5 years of relevant experience in a fast-paced environment, along with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

401K with company contribution and match

Medical benefits starting Day One

Paid vacation and personal time

Employee uniforms provided

Strong safety culture and newer equipment

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of hands-on diesel or reefer mechanic experience.
• Must be able to read and communicate in English.
• Ability to comply with EPA and OSHA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain diesel-powered equipment.
• Complete documentation of all repair orders.
• Perform preventative maintenance within company standards.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Preventative Maintenance

Education

Class-A CDL

Diesel Mechanic Certification

Job description

Diesel Mechanic Technician at US Foods, Inc. summary:

Experienced Diesel Mechanic Technician responsible for troubleshooting, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diesel-powered food service fleet equipment including tractors, reefers, and trailers. Ensures compliance with safety regulations, maintains accurate repair documentation, and provides road service support as needed. Requires a Class-A CDL, at least 5 years of hands-on diesel or reefer mechanic experience, and strong communication and teamwork skills in a fast-paced environment.

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Our Diesel Mechanics start at $34.00 – $37.00/hour depending on experience!

• 401K with 2% automatic company contribution plus company match up to an additional 6%.
• Medical Benefits Start Day One!
• We offer weekly pay, low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for Family Coverage.
• Paid vacation time, sick, and personal time.
• Employee uniforms provided.
• Strong Safety Culture, newer equipment, and excellent local leadership.

Similar roles may be: Diesel Technician, Fleet Mechanic, Reefer Mechanic, Trailer Mechanic, Reefer Technician"

Schedule:

Sunday thru Thursday with a 930 PM start time

Troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace and complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (i.e., tractors, trailers, bobtails, reefers, lift gates, etc.).

• Perform preventative maintenance within company standards.
• A valid Class-A CDL license DOT certified preferred
• Must have 5 years of verifiable hands-on experience as a heavy duty commercial diesel mechanic or reefer mechanic or a combination of both; or (5) years verifiable hands-on experience with either Diesel Mechanic Certification or TK/Carrier Refrigeration Certification or both
• Complete documentation of all repair orders, PM list and parts accountability.
• Handle road service calls; perform road rescue/transport equipment as needed.
• Keep track of assigned repairs by logging in and out of the Shop Fax system.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with workplace safety rules and regulations and government guidelines.
• Maintain inventory and proper recordkeeping.
• Backup to other maintenance shop personnel.
• Willingness and capacity to assume increasedresponsibility and Certifications.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to comply with EPA and OSHA regulations pertaining to the shop and fleet.
• Reefer experience.
• Must be able to read and communicate in the English language such as to attend trainings, hold conversations, receive safety and job-related coaching, read and understand technical and service manuals.
• Able to communicate with co-workers and drivers with demonstrated teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple functions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs.
• Computer and software experience.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.
• Must be able to work overtime when needed.

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base rate for this role is between $34.00 and $37.00/hr.

As applicable, this role will alsoreceive overtime compensation.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: />

Keywords:

diesel mechanic, fleet maintenance, preventative maintenance, road service, diesel repair, reefer technician, heavy-duty equipment, Class-A CDL, mechanical troubleshooting, EPA and OSHA compliance