Diesel Mechanic Technician A

Core-Mark; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food distribution is seeking a Diesel Technician - Class A to ensure the safe operation of its fleet. This role involves diagnosing and repairing diesel equipment, performing routine maintenance, and training other mechanics. With competitive pay and benefits starting Day 1, this position offers significant growth opportunities in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• 5-7 years of experience in medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair.
• 2 years’ experience in refrigeration &/or rebuilds of heavy-duty engines.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair medium to heavy-duty trucks and trailers.
• Perform routine maintenance and preventive maintenance on fleet diesel equipment.
• Train and provide guidance to other Mechanics.

Skills

Medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair

Electrical troubleshooting

Computerized diagnostics

Preventative maintenance

Education

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent

Associates/2-Year Technical

Tools

Own tools

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:

• 1st Shift 6:00am - 4:00pm Monday - Saturday
• Pay up to $32.00 per hour based on experience
• NEW Location: 5401 East 1st Street in Forth Worth, TX

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:

We value the safety of our associates! The Diesel Technician - Class A keeps our associates safe by repairing, maintaining, and overhauling all company fleet diesel equipment to ensure a safe operation for associates' usage and ensure compliance standards are met.

Primary Responsibilities:

The Diesel Technician - Class A diagnoses and repairs medium to heavy-duty trucks, trailers, reefer units, convertor dollies and maintenance vehicles under minimal supervision. Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Completes overhauls and rebuilds of heavy-duty diesel engines and transmission.
• Completes and performs preventative maintenance on minor repairs and standard component inspections/ repairs of fleet diesel equipment (tractors, trailers, refrigeration units). Identifies root cause of basic failures/conditions and perform repairs as required.
• Inspects 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.
• Ensures equipment has required licensing and registration prior to being deemed as "roadworthy".
• Completes thorough documentation for work orders of repairs and preventative maintenance through the online Enterprise Asset Management system.
• Installs, replaces, and repairs onboard computers.
• Inspects brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating conditions.
• Performs 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.
• Trains/provides guidance to other Mechanics.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent

5 - 7 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 refrigeration &/or overhauls and rebuilds of heavy-duty diesel engines and transmissions

Preferred Qualifications

Associates/2-Year Technical

Must possess own tools

CDL A license

Professional Certification(s): Thermo King or Carrier Certification, 608/609 certifications

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.