Diesel Mechanic Technician B - 3rd shift

Performance Food Group (New); Mount Pleasant (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401(k) Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Sign-on bonus $10,000

Company-paid uniforms and safety boots

Job summary

Performance Food Group is seeking a fleet maintenance technician to perform preventative maintenance on medium to heavy-duty trucks, trailers, reefer units, and dollies under minimal supervision.

You will ensure compliance with trucking regulations, document work orders, and assist with road-call services. The role offers a 4-day work week (Sun-Wed, night shift), a $10,000 sign-on bonus, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair experience.
• Experience with preventive maintenance, tire/wheel work, brakes, diagnostics.
• Electrical troubleshooting and A/C refrigeration knowledge desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on fleet diesel equipment and related components.
• Identify root causes and perform necessary repairs.
• Ensure licensing and registration are current for roadworthiness.
• Document work orders and maintenance in the online system.
• Install, replace, and repair onboard computers.
• Inspect brakes, steering, wheel bearings, and related parts; replace as needed.
• Conduct road-call services as required.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Brake systems inspection

Diesel equipment repair

Documentation / work orders

Education

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

Associate’s/2-year technical vocational diploma

Tools

Enterprise Asset Management system

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Company Description

Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers including independent restaurants, 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 Details

• Up to $30.00 per hour depending on experience
• 4‑Day Work Week! Sunday – Wednesday 11:00 pm start time
• Now offering $10,000 sign‑on bonus (Terms apply). Company‑paid uniforms and safety boots.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401(k) 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, with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Summary

Perform preventative maintenance of medium to heavy‑duty trucks, trailers, reefer units, and converter dollies under minimal supervision. Ensure compliance with all state and federal trucking regulations. Communicate and interact with co‑workers professionally, ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner. Technicians are responsible for documenting, completing, and keeping work orders current for all repairs and parts used daily. The position will be required to perform road‑call services as needed.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on minor repairs and standard component inspections/repairs of fleet diesel equipment (tractors, trailers, refrigeration units), identify root causes of basic failures and conditions, and perform repairs as required.
• Ensure equipment has required licensing and registration before being deemed 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.
• Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure proper operating condition, replacing parts when necessary.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery using hand tools (screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, precision instruments) and power tools (pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, jacks and hoists).
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education: High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

Required Experience: 2+ years of proven medium to heavy‑duty vehicle repair, including preventive maintenance, tire & wheel work, air and air‑disc brake diagnostics, computerized diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, electronic component repair, and experience in A/C refrigeration.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education: Associate’s/2‑year technical vocational or trade school diploma.

Preferred Experience: 3+ years of proven medium to heavy‑duty vehicle repair, including preventive maintenance, tire & wheel work, air and air‑disc brake diagnostics, computerized diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, electronic component repair, and experience in A/C refrigeration.

Preferred Professional Certifications: Prefer certifications in tire & wheel, brakes, A/C, EPA, DOT inspections, transmissions, engines, ASEAN Heavy Duty.

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 review our EEO Policy, the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement, and the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.