Diesel Mechanic Technician B

Performance Foodservice; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food distribution company is seeking a Diesel Mechanic Technician B to maintain its fleet of diesel equipment. The role offers a competitive hourly wage of $30.00, benefits from Day 1, and career growth opportunities. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in vehicle repair and be comfortable working in a safe and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair.
• Familiar with PM's, tire & wheel, air brakes.
• Proficient in computerized diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on diesel equipment.
• Inspect and maintain brake systems and other important components.
• Document repairs and maintenance using the Enterprise Asset Management system.

Skills

Diagnosing

Electrical Troubleshooting

Electronic Component Repair

Refrigeration Experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Welding Equipment

Pneumatic Wrenches

Hand Tools

Job description

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• 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
  
  

Job Description

Position Details:

• $30.00 per hour
• Sunday-Thursday, 2:00pm - 10:30pm
• 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:

We value the safety of our associates! The Diesel Technician - Class B 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 B performs preventative maintenance of medium to heavy-duty trucks, trailers, reefer units, and convertor dollies under minimal supervision. Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• 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 performs repairs as required.
• 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 condition which may require replacement of parts.
• 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

3 - 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 experience in refrigeration.

Compensation

$30.00 per hour

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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