Diesel Mechanic Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Boot allowance

Health benefits from day 1

401K employer matching

Education assistance

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Performance Foodservice in New Orleans seeks a skilled fleet maintenance technician to diagnose, repair and maintain medium to heavy‑duty trucks, trailers and refrigeration units. You will document work orders, perform road calls as needed, and ensure all repairs meet regulatory and safety standards. The role includes training peers and working under minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair.
• Experience with PMs, tire & wheel, air & air disc brakes, diagnosis, computerized diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, and electronic component repair.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in A/C refrigeration.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on fleet diesel equipment including tractors, trailers, and refrigeration units.
• Inspect brake systems, steering, wheel bearings and related components.
• Ensure roadworthiness with proper licensing/registration.
• Document repairs and maintenance in the Enterprise Asset Management system.
• Install, replace, and repair onboard computers and related equipment.
• Utilize hand and power tools safely to perform repairs and routine maintenance.
• Train other employees and perform additional related duties as assigned.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Up to $30.00 per hour depending on experience

Sunday-Thursday 5:00pm - 3:30am

We Deliver the Goods:

Benefits

• Free Uniforms and Boot Allowance


• 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.

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.

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.

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.