Diesel Technician

Gordon Food Service; Imperial (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Bonus incentives

Profit sharing

Job summary

Gordon Food Service is seeking an Apprentice/Skilled Fleet Technician to inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain heavy tractors, trailers, and refrigeration units. You’ll perform preventative maintenance, welding, and road calls, with supervision tailored to level. The role offers growth from Apprentice to Master levels within a strong team culture.

Expect weekly pay, a monthly bonus, and robust benefits. Training includes Volvo and Fleet Focus certifications, with opportunities to advance as

Qualifications

• Apprentice level entry into heavy vehicle maintenance.
• Skilled level requires less supervision and direction.
• Certified and Master levels show progression in expertise.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, maintains, and repairs diesel/gas engines and refrigeration units.
• Performs diagnostic testing to determine malfunctions on equipment.
• Performs daily inspection and preventative maintenance; follows driver write-ups.
• Performs cutting and welding as needed.
• Makes road calls to repair equipment.
• Repairs shop equipment and assists with tools and doors as needed.
• Ensures rolling stock is safe to operate and reports issues.
• Maintains clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Skills

Basic mechanical knowledge

Frame inspection

Identify major components

Fleet Focus

PM inspection

Diagnose components

Brake system repair

Welding

Education

High School or equivalent

Diesel trade school in progress

Tools

Volvo Online Training

Fleet Focus

Job description

Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you... Fleet Technician Location: Gordon Food Service takes pride in delivering seamless order processing and delivery to our customers. Our 11 fleet shops across the US maintain over 3,000 tractors and trailers (reefer units) for our private, company-owned fleet. As a Fleet technician at the Skilled (basic skill) level requires less supervision, direction and/or assistance to make typical GFS diagnosis and repairs. Any diagnosis or repair made by a Skilled technician may need to be reviewed and/or inspected by a supervisor or a mentoring Master technician. We are open to a Apprentice or Skilled Tech! Schedule: Pay: x per hour. Depending on experience Plus an monthly bonus incentives Total Rewards at GFS Affordable benefits plans start on day one! Weekly pay Wellness reimbursement Profit sharing & 401(k) with company match Emergency child and elder care 95% of leadership is hired from within GFS - start your career here!

Essential Functions:

• Inspects, maintains, and repairs Diesel engines, Gas Engines, refrigeration units, and all systems/components related to heavy-duty tractors, trailers, and refrigeration units.
• Performs and interprets diagnostic testing to determine malfunctions on all equipment types.
• Performs daily inspection and preventative maintenance of equipment and follow-up on driver’s write-ups to make repairs as necessary.
• Performs general cutting and welding as necessary.
• Makes road calls to repair equipment as necessary.
• Assists in the repair of shop equipment including garage doors and all power tools.
• Determines if rolling stock is safe to operate or needs to be serviced.
• Completes all reporting accurately and promptly and communicates the status of current assignments to management.
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment.
• Operates all equipment safely and efficiently.
• Drives vehicles and moves equipment in, out, and around the shop.
• Delivers and/or picks up techs at vendors when equipment needs additional service.
• May be required to drive a company vehicle to another garage or to meet another fleet technician for parts.
• Follows all safety protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Apprentice Level Basic mechanical knowledge
• Skilled Level Able to properly inspect frames, pintle boxes, and side rails
• Able to Identify major components
• Competent using Fleet Focus
• Able to perform GFS Preventative Maintenance (PM) inspection
• Able to diagnose and repair components (i.e. starters, alternators, batteries, etc…)
• Able to diagnose and repair lighting issues
• Has completed the first half of Volvo Online Training (modules C & D)
• Able to weld steel
• Able to diagnose and repair brake system (also able to explain Service side and Emergency side)

Position Summary:

Repairs and maintains all heavy tractor, trailer, refrigeration units, and converter dolly units. A technician at the Apprentice (entry) level is just beginning a career in heavy vehicle maintenance and repair. Apprentice technicians may be capable, but are limited to the most basic diagnosis and repairs. Direct supervision and training are required at this level. (GFS expects employees hired at this level to progress to the Skilled level technician.) A technician at the Skilled (basic skill) level requires less supervision direction and/or assistance to make typical GFS diagnosis and repairs. Any diagnosis or repair made by a Skilled technician may need to be reviewed and/or inspected by a supervisor or a mentoring Master technician. (GFS expects employees working at this level to progress to the Certified level technician.) A technician at the Certified (advanced skill) level is capable of correctly making most common fault diagnosis and properly performing most common repairs with limited supervision or direction, and with the occasional assistance of another individual. (No Requirement to move beyond CERTIFIED level.) A technician at the Master (journeyman skill) level is fully capable of correctly making any diagnosis and properly performing any repair without the supervision, direction, or assistance of another individual.

Essential Functions:

• Inspects, maintains and repairs Diesel engines, Gas Engines, refrigeration units, and all systems/components related to heavy duty tractors, trailers, and refrigeration units.
• Performs and interprets diagnostic testing to determine malfunctions on all equipment types.
• Performs daily inspection and preventative maintenance of equipment and follow-up on driver’s write-ups to make repairs as necessary.
• Performs general cutting and welding as necessary.
• Makes road calls to repair equipment as necessary.
• Assists in repair of shop equipment including garage doors and all power tools.
• Determines if rolling stock is safe to operate or needs to be serviced.
• Completes all reporting accurately and in a timely manner and communicates status of current assignment to management.
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment.
• Operates all equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Drives vehicles and moves equipment in, out, and around the shop.
• Delivers and/ or picks up techs at vendors when equipment needs additional service.
• May be required to drive a company vehicle to another garage or to meet another fleet technician for parts.
• Follows all safety protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Apprentice Level Basic mechanical knowledge
• Skilled Level Holland Fifth Wheel Training (Certificate)
• Stemco Wheel End Training (Certificate)
• Michelin Tire Training (Certificate)
• 608/609 A/C Certification
• Underground Storage Tank (UST) Class C Operator (Certificate)
• Hoist Operation (Certificate)
• Able to properly inspect frames, pintle boxes and side rails
• Able to Identify major components
• Competent using Fleet Focus
• Able to perform GFS Preventative Maintenance (PM) inspection
• Able to diagnose and repair components (i.e. starters, alternators, batteries, etc…)
• Able to diagnose and repair lighting issues
• Has completed the first half of Volvo Online Training (modules C & D)
• Able to weld steel
• Able to diagnose and repair brake system (also able to explain Service side and Emergency side)

Equipment / Tools / Technology:

Desktop or laptop computer Networked printer/copier/facsimile machine Google Apps (Chrome, Gmail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, etc...) Telephone & voicemail Powered Industrial Vehicles Various power and hand tools

Educational & Experience Requirements:

• Type or Field of Study, if needed Required All Levels High School / Equivalent
• Apprentice Level Diesel college or trade school degree in progress
• Skilled Level Graduate of an accredited Heavy Truck / Diesel Technology School OR one year applicable diesel repair experience

BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!

Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon our workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to [e-mail] and use the words "Accommodation Request" in your subject line. All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free. Gordon Food Service is a drug‑free workplace and conducts pre‑employment drug tests. For more than 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered uncompromised quality and heartfelt service. From a butter-and-egg delivery service, it has grown into the largest family-operated foodservice business in North America. Today, the company serves customers from restaurants, to healthcare and education, across the U.S. and Canada through its distribution network and more than 180 retail stores.