Diesel Technician

Smart Foodservice Stores; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly tool allowance

Low-cost Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid vacation time, sick, and personal

Uniforms and boots provided

401K with company match

Job summary

US Foods in Lexington, SC is seeking a qualified diesel mechanic to service and repair fleet equipment. The role focuses on preventative maintenance, diesel system repairs, and documenting work in our fleet system. You will work with a team of technicians on a standard daytime schedule with weekday hours and potential overtime.

Strong safety focus and attention to DOT standards are essential. We offer day-one benefits, tool allowance, and competitive 401K with company match, plus uniforms, boot

Qualifications

• 1 year of verifiable hands-on experience as a heavy‑duty diesel mechanic.
• Must furnish own personal hand tools.
• Able to read and write legibly and perform basic math.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance within DOT standards.
• Complete repairs on diesel equipment (tractors, trailers, bobtails, lift gates).
• Assist senior technicians with repairs as directed.
• Document repairs and parts used in the fleet maintenance system tablet.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment following safety rules and regulations.
• Willingness to take on increased responsibility and certifications.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Skills

Heavy-duty diesel mechanic experience

Own hand tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Maximo fleet maintenance system

Fleet maintenance software

Job description

COME WORK FOR US FOODS® in Lexington, SC!

Ready to build a career with a company that's leading the foodservice industry?

We help YOU make it! US Foods is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promoting from within, excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 1:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Excellent Benefits starting DAY ONE! Including:

• $250 Quarterly tool allowance, that's $1,000 extra per year!
• Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for Family Coverage.
• Paid vacation time, sick, and personal time.
• Employee uniforms and boots provided.
• 401K with FANTASTIC company match!
• Strong Safety Culture, newer equipment, and excellent local leadership and great place to work!

BASIC PURPOSE : To provide a safe and reliable fleet by performing preventative maintenance and proper repairs on all fleet equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform preventative maintenance within DOT standards.
• Complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (i.e., tractors, trailers, bobtails, lift gates, etc.).
• Take directions from and assist senior technicians with repairs.
• Utilize fleet maintenance system tablet to fully document equipment repair and parts used.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with workplace safety rules/regulations and government guidelines.
• Willingness and capacity to assume increased responsibility and certifications.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have 1 year of verifiable hands‑on experience as a heavy‑duty commercial diesel mechanic.
• Must furnish own personal hand tools.
• Able to read and write legibly (e.g., to attend trainings, hold conversations, receive safety and job‑related coaching, and enter information on reports if needed); basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, divide).
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Class A CDL license and DOT certification
• Experience with Maximo fleet maintenance system
• Previous mechanical and PM program experience
• Experience using fleet maintenance software
• Welding ability
• EPA 608 preferred

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Onsite : The associate in this role is expected to perform assigned responsibilities inside a US Foods maintenance facility.

Ability to work flexible schedule.

Must be willing to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions.

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVER

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:

FREQUENCY:STAND: CONTINUOUSLYWALK: CONTINUOUSLYDRIVE VEHICLE: FREQUENTLYSIT: FREQUENTLY

LIFT1-10 lbs (Sedentary): FREQUENTLY11-20 lbs (Light): FREQUENTLY21-50 lbs (Medium): FREQUENTLY51-100 lbs (Heavy): FREQUENTLYOver 100 lbs (Very Heavy): OCCASIONALLY

CARRY1-10 lbs (Sedentary): FREQUENTLY11-20 lbs (Light): FREQUENTLY21-50 lbs (Medium): FREQUENTLY51-100 lbs (Heavy): OCCASIONALLYOver 100 lbs (Very Heavy): OCCASIONALLY

PUSH/PULL 1: FREQUENTLYCLIMB/BALANCE 2: FREQUENTLYSTOOP/SQUAT: FREQUENTLYKNEEL: FREQUENTLYBEND: FREQUENTLYREACH ABOVE SHOULDER: FREQUENTLYTWIST: FREQUENTLYGRASP OBJECTS 3: FREQUENTLYMANIPULATE OBJECTS 4: FREQUENTLYMANUAL DEXTERITY 5: FREQUENTLY

1 (Push/Pull: Hand truck, gate, straps, metal ramp, truck door, dolly, boxes, truck gear shift)2 (Climb/Balance: In/Out Truck/Trailer to cab. On/Off ramp to ground level and side doorsteps and Platform of trailer. Stairs)3 (Grasp Objects: Hand truck, boxes, cartons, steering wheel)4 (Manipulate Objects: Boxes, dolly, metal truck ramp, hand truck, paperwork, truck gate, straps)5 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as copiers, printers)

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $29.40-$31.50 . This role may also receive overtime compensation where applicable.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre‑tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short‑term and long‑term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html .

***EOE - Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/ Age/Genetic Information /Protected Veteran/Disability Status***