Diesel & Trailer Mechanic – Night Shift, $36+/hr + Benefits

US Foods, Inc.; Garyville (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool allowance

Boots provided

401K with company match

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

US Foods is seeking a skilled Fleet Reefer/Refrigeration technician to service and repair diesel fleet equipment at our Garyville facility. You will diagnose, test, and complete preventive maintenance in line with DOT standards, and respond to road calls as needed.

The role requires 3 years' hands-on experience, TK/Carrier refrigeration certs, and the ability to read service manuals. You must supply your own tools; welding experience and fleet software familiarity are a plus.

Qualifications

• Must have 3 years of verifiable hands-on experience as a Fleet Reefer/Refrigeration technician.
• TK/Carrier Refrigeration Certifications.
• Must be willing to travel and attend training provided by US Foods.
• Diagnostic and troubleshooting competency relating to reefer equipment repairs.
• Successfully demonstrated independent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Prior experience in administering appropriate PM program.
• Must furnish own personal hand tools.
• Able to read and write legibly; basic mathematical skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience using fleet maintenance software is preferred.
• Welding ability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace and complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (i.e., tractors, trailers, bobtails, lift gates, etc.).
• Perform preventative maintenance within DOT standards.
• Receive road calls, assign third party vendor, and work with business partners on plan of action.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with workplace safety rules/regulations and government guidelines.
• Utilize fleet maintenance software system tablet to fully document equipment repair and parts used.
• Backup to other maintenance shop personnel.
• Willingness and capacity to assume increased responsibility and certificates.
• Mentor other maintenance shop personnel.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Skills

Fleet maintenance

Diesel equipment repair

Diagnostic skills

Troubleshooting

Reading service manuals

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

TK/Carrier Refrigeration Certifications

Tools

Fleet maintenance software

Job description

US Foods is seeking a skilled Fleet Reefer/Refrigeration technician to service and repair diesel fleet equipment at our Garyville facility. You will diagnose, test, and complete preventive maintenance in line with DOT standards, and respond to road calls as needed.

The role requires 3 years' hands-on experience, TK/Carrier refrigeration certs, and the ability to read service manuals. You must supply your own tools; welding experience and fleet software familiarity are a plus.