Diesel & Trailer Mechanic — Night Shift with Benefits

US Foods, Inc.; Westwego (LA); On-site; USD 103,155,000 - 114,616,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One

Uniforms provided

401K with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

US Foods is seeking a Fleet Reefer/Refrigeration technician to maintain and repair diesel fleet equipment and trailers at our Westwego facility. You will diagnose issues, perform preventative maintenance, and coordinate with third-party vendors as needed.

Candidates must have 3 years of hands-on experience, TK/Carrier certifications, own hand tools, and the ability to read service manuals. Willingness to travel for training is required.

Qualifications

• 3 years of verifiable hands-on experience as a Fleet Reefer/Refrigeration technician.
• TK/Carrier Refrigeration Certifications.
• Willingness to travel and attend training provided by US Foods.
• Diagnostic and troubleshooting competency for reefer equipment repairs.
• Ability to read and understand technical and online service manuals.
• Must furnish own personal hand tools.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience using fleet maintenance software preferred.
• Welding ability preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace and complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (tractors, trailers, bobtails, lift gates, etc.).
• Perform preventative maintenance within DOT standards.
• Receive road calls, assign third party vendors, and coordinate action with business partners.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with safety rules/regulations.
• Utilize fleet maintenance software to document repairs and parts used.
• Backup to other maintenance shop personnel.
• Mentor other maintenance shop personnel.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Skills

Reefer repair

Troubleshooting

Hand tools

Welding

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Fleet maintenance software

Job description

US Foods is seeking a Fleet Reefer/Refrigeration technician to maintain and repair diesel fleet equipment and trailers at our Westwego facility. You will diagnose issues, perform preventative maintenance, and coordinate with third-party vendors as needed.

Candidates must have 3 years of hands-on experience, TK/Carrier certifications, own hand tools, and the ability to read service manuals. Willingness to travel for training is required.