Diesel Mechanic Technician A

Performance Foodservice; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 health benefits

401K employer matching

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Performance Foodservice is seeking a skilled Fleet Technician for our Temple, TX location on the 3rd shift (Sun–Thu, 10pm–6:30am).

You will diagnose and repair medium to heavy-duty trucks, perform preventive maintenance, inspect critical systems, and maintain thorough work-order documentation. Road calls and training other staff are also part of the role.

Competitive pay $25–$27 per hour, benefits from Day 1, and opportunities to grow within a nationwide distribution network.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair, including PMs, tire & wheel, and brakes.
• Experience with diagnostic testing, computerized diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, and electronic components.
• Minimum 2 years of A/C refrigeration experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on fleet diesel equipment and identify root causes.
• Inspect brake systems, steering, wheel bearings, and replace parts as needed.
• Ensure equipment has proper licensing and registration for roadworthiness.
• Document work orders and maintenance in the online Enterprise Asset Management system.
• Install and repair onboard computers.
• Train other employees and perform road call services as needed.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Diagnostics

Electrical troubleshooting

A/C refrigeration experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent

Tools

Enterprise Asset Management system

Onboard computers

Job description

Job Description: Position Details:

• 3rd Shift Schedule: Sunday - Thursday 10pm - 6:30am
• $25.00 - $27.00 per hour, depending on years of experience and skill set
• 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 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.

Awards and Accolades

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 .