Diesel Mechanic Technician

Core-Mark; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated maintenance technician to support their fleet operations. This role involves troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining a variety of vehicles and equipment, ensuring safety and quality standards are met. You'll work in a collaborative environment where your skills will directly contribute to the efficiency of the food distribution system. With competitive pay and benefits starting from day one, this is an excellent opportunity for those looking to grow in the automotive maintenance field.

Benefits

Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Free Uniforms

Annual Boot Allowance

Qualifications

• 6-12 months experience in truck/automotive maintenance.
• Ability to interpret data from various technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Perform safety checks and prepare for operations.
• Conduct regular inspections and troubleshoot equipment.
• Assist in servicing refrigeration units and perform repairs.

Skills

Truck Maintenance

Diesel Engine Repair

Electrical Systems

Welding

Preventative Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Equivalent Experience

Tools

Diagnostic Equipment

Electric Arc Welding Equipment

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

• $25.00 per hour up to $28.00 per hour, depending upon experience
• Wednesday - Saturday 3rd shift hours
• Benefits Day 1 of Employment! Free Uniforms and Annual 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:

Assist in troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, replacing, adjusting and modifying company vehicles, vans, pick-up trucks, tractors, trailers and various types of refrigeration, air conditioning and temperature control equipment, including structural metal repair and painting of tractors and trailers, as well as performing road service and preventative maintenance duties following standard accepted methods, practices and procedures in emergency and non-emergency situations and ensuring all safety and quality standards are met. Communicates and interacts with co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Position Responsibilities:

• Review work schedule, perform safety check on equipment, obtain supplies required to perform the work and prepare for operations. Work from preventative maintenance schedules, various checklists, manuals, diagrams, specifications, vehicle file and instructions.
• Assist in performing regular scheduled tractor inspections, complete checklists, troubleshoot and make routine repairs as required. Perform major repair work to tractors and trailers, disassemble, remove, repair or replace defective parts or components of gas or diesel engines, transmissions, steering mechanisms, ignition, electrical and hydraulic systems, air conditioning, refrigeration controls and units, clutches, brakes and mechanical or electrical operating units.
• Assist in servicing and repairing refrigeration units, repair engines, repair leaks, replace tubing, condensers, thermal controls, and recharge units with approved refrigerant gas.
• Operate electric arc welding equipment to repair ramps, ladders and tripods, repair or construct new cargo bars.
• Assist on road service trips, maintain required logs, records, checklists and reports, maintain garage tools, equipment and work area in a clean and orderly manner.
• Perform other similar or related operations as assigned or directed. At end of shift, secure all equipment, perform general housekeeping duties and complete all required paperwork.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

6-12 months interpret data requiring advanced skills knowledge equivalent to 6-12 months training in truck/automotive maintenance; wide variety of drawings, specifications, charts, tables, various types of meters and diagnostic equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

1-2 years interpret data requiring advanced skills knowledge equivalent to 1-2 years work experience in medium/heavy duty diesel equipment maintenance; wide variety of drawings, specifications, charts, tables, various types of meters and diagnostic equipment.

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.