Diesel Mechanic Technician

Performance Foods; Rogers (MN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

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 skilled Fleet Diesel Technician to diagnose and repair medium to heavy-duty trucks, trailers, reefer units, and related equipment. You will perform PMs, inspections, electrical troubleshooting, and onboard computer work under minimal supervision.

Responsibilities include accurate documentation, compliance with regulations, and performing road calls as required. A High School Diploma or GED is required, with 5+ years of experience in heavy-duty vehicle repair

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on fleet diesel equipment (tractors, trailers, refrigeration units).
• Identify root causes of failures and perform required repairs.
• Inspect brake systems, steering, bearings and other critical components.
• Ensure compliance with licensing and roadworthiness requirements.
• Document work orders and maintenance in the Enterprise Asset Management system.
• Install, replace and repair onboard computers and related components.
• Train other employees and perform road call services as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Vehicle repair

Preventive maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Diagnostics

Roadside/road call

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Enterprise Asset Management system

Hand & power tools

Onboard computer installation

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:

• $31.00 - $41.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Monday - Thursday or Sunday - Thursday schedule available, starting at 4:00pm
• $10,000 Sign On Bonus (Terms Apply), Benefits Day 1 of Employment, Free Uniforms, and 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 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.

Preferred qualifications:

• Preferred Education: Associates/2-Year Technical
• Preferred Experience: 7 - 10 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.

Preferred Professional Certification(s):

Tire & wheel, brakes, AC and/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 (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.