Diesel Technician 2nd Shift

Gordon Food Service; Lithia Springs (GA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Bonus incentives

401(k) with company match

Tool allowance

Boot allowance

Wellness reimbursement

Job summary

Gordon Food Service is seeking a Fleet Technician in Lithia Springs, GA to inspect, maintain and repair diesel engines, refrigeration units, and related systems across a private fleet of 3,000+ tractors and trailers. The role emphasizes hands-on diagnosis, preventative maintenance, and safe operation, with opportunities to advance from Apprentice to Master technician.

The position offers a pay-per-hour scheme with bonuses, weekly pay, and benefits beginning day one, along with internal

Qualifications

• Apprentice level basic mechanical knowledge.
• Skilled level able to inspect frames, pintle boxes, side rails.
• Skilled level able to identify major components.
• Skilled level competent using Fleet Focus.
• Skilled level able to perform GFS Preventative Maintenance (PM) inspection.
• Skilled level able to diagnose and repair components (e.g., starters, alternators, batteries).

Responsibilities

• Inspects, maintains, and repairs diesel engines, gas engines, refrigeration units, and related systems.
• Performs diagnostic testing to determine malfunctions on equipment.
• Performs daily inspection and preventative maintenance and follows up on driver write-ups.
• M a kes road calls to repair equipment as necessary.
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment.

Skills

Basic mechanical knowledge

Inspect frames & rails

Identify major components

Fleet Focus

PM inspection

Diagnose & repair

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

Fleet/Diesel Technician Location:

1500 N. River Road, Lithia Springs, GA

Pay and Benefits

Schedule: Pay: x per hour. Depending on experience Plus an monthly bonus incentives

Pay: Earn up to $31.60/hour. Our apprentice, skilled, certified, and master technicians are paid based on experience ranging from $22.16-28.45/hour, plus a $1.50/hour incentive.

Additional $1.00/hour shift differential for both 2nd and 3rd shifts. Additional $0.65/hour CDL A bonus.

Annual $1,000 tool allowance and $150 boot allowance, plus a quarterly safety bonus

• Total Rewards at GFS Affordable benefits plans start day one!
• Weekly pay
• Wellness reimbursement
• Profit sharing & 401(k) with company match
• 95% of leadership is hired from within GFS - start your career here!
• Emergency child and elder care

Requirements

• Does this look like you?
• You must be 18 years of age or older
• Valid, unrestricted state-issued driver's license
• Diesel tractor trailer experience preferredli>
• Ability to communicate in English– writing, speaking, and reading
• Physical requirements include lifting up to 100 pounds
• Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply
• Do you have a passion for automotive and diesel maintenance? Our 11 fleet shops across the US maintain over 3,000 tractors and trailers (reefer units) for our private, company-owned fleet. Gordon Food Service delivers daily to restaurants, healthcare operations, and schools so our customers depend on us- and we depend on our fleet techs for excellence! Take advantage of extensive onboarding and continuous training to keep your skills up to date. Earn hourly rates, not flat rates; we pay you for the time it takes to complete the job the right way. We offer lifts for your safety, a clean organized parts room, and we provide the heavier specialty tools; you just bring the basics. Be part of a skilled team that offers respect, expertise, and professional development.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

Workplace Environment

All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.

Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.

Company Background

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.