Diesel Mechanic Technician

Performance Foodservice; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 health benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K employer matching

Education assistance

Paid time off

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Job summary

Performance Foodservice in Missouri is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform preventative maintenance on medium to heavy‑duty trucks, trailers, and related equipment. You will diagnose issues, replace components, and ensure compliance with trucking regulations while documenting all work and parts used.

The role offers a night shift (Mon‑Thu, 8:00pm–6:30am) with a sign‑on bonus up to $10,000, a $1,000 annual tool allowance, and benefits starting Day 1, including health and wellness

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of medium to heavy‑duty vehicle repair experience.
• Experience with computerized diagnostics and A/C refrigeration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on medium to heavy‑duty trucks and trailers.
• Identify root causes of failures and perform repairs.
• Ensure roadworthy status with proper licensing and registrations.
• Document work orders and parts used in the maintenance system.
• Conduct road call service as needed.

Skills

Fleet maintenance

Diesel engines

Electrical troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Onboard diagnostics

Job description

• Hourly pay up to $30 per hour, based on experience. (Additional pay offered to applicants that hold a CDL license)
• 2 Years Industry experience required
• Sign On Bonus up to $10,000 (Terms Apply), $1000 Annual Tool Allowance, Annual Safety Boot Allowance and Benefits Day 1 of Employment!

Job Description

Position Details

• Hourly pay up to $30 per hour, based on experience. (Additional pay offered to applicants that hold a CDL license)
• 2 Years Industry experience required
• Monday - Thursday, 8:00pm-6:30am - NO Weekends!
• Sign On Bonus up to $10,000 (Terms Apply), $1000 Annual Tool Allowance, Annual Safety Boot Allowance and Benefits Day 1 of Employment!

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.

Required 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

Compensation

Up to $30 per hour, based on experience