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 & wellness benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K employer matching

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Performance Foodservice is hiring a skilled diesel mechanic in Texas to diagnose and repair medium to heavy-duty trucks, trailers, and related fleet equipment. The role covers preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and on-call road service, with a focus on safety and regulatory compliance.

You will document all repairs in the Enterprise Asset Management system and may train peers as needed. Requires 5–7 years of proven experience and a High School Diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 5–7 years of proven medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair experience.
• Experience with PMs, tires, brakes, electrical diagnosis, and A/C refrigeration.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair medium to heavy-duty trucks, trailers, and related equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections on fleet diesel equipment.
• Complete accurate work orders and document parts used.
• Provide road call service as needed.
• Train other employees.

Skills

Truck repair

Diesel engines

Electrical troubleshooting

PM maintenance

Road side service

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Enterprise Asset Management system

Diagnostics tools

Job description

• 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

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.

Required 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.

Compensation

$25.00 - $27.00 per hour, depending on years of experience and skill set