Diesel Mechanic Technician A 2nd shift

Performance Foodservice; Newton (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food distribution seeks a Diesel Mechanic Technician for 2nd shift in Newton, NC. The role involves diagnosing and repairing diesel equipment while ensuring safety and compliance. Candidates should have substantial experience in vehicle repair and maintenance, with opportunities for growth and competitive benefits from day one.

Benefits

Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Free Uniforms

Boot Allowance

Meals Provided

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair experience.
• Minimum 2 years in refrigeration and/or heavy-duty diesel engine overhauls.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses and repairs medium to heavy-duty trucks and trailers.
• Completes overhauls and preventative maintenance on diesel equipment.
• Trains and provides guidance to other mechanics.

Skills

Electrical Troubleshooting

Diagnosis

Preventative Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Pneumatic Wrenches

Welding Equipment

Precision Instruments

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Performance Foodservice provided pay range

This range is provided by Performance Foodservice. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$29.00/hr - $29.00/hr

Job Description

Position Details:

• Pay: Up to $29.36 per hour to start and shift differential for overnight hours
• 2nd Shift: Monday - Friday 3:30pm-11:30pm
• Benefits Day 1 of Employment, Free Uniforms, Boot Allowance and Meals provided
  
  

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.
  
  

Qualification

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

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  General Business

• Industries

  Facilities Services

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