Entry Level Diesel Mechanic Technician

Core-Mark; Missouri; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Fleet Maintenance Technician to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a variety of company vehicles, ensuring they are safe and operational. Your expertise in truck maintenance and ability to work with refrigeration systems will be essential in supporting the company's mission to deliver quality service. With a focus on safety and teamwork, this position offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for growth. If you are passionate about automotive maintenance and want to be part of a supportive team, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Sign On Bonus

Annual Tool Allowance

Safety Boot Allowance

Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 6-12 months training in truck/automotive maintenance required.
• Commercial Driver's License preferred for this role.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair company vehicles and refrigeration units.
• Perform regular inspections and routine maintenance on trucks.

Skills

Truck Maintenance

Diesel Engine Repair

Electrical Systems

Refrigeration Systems

Welding Skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Training in Automotive Maintenance

Tools

Basic Tools

Diagnostic Equipment

Electric Arc Welding Equipment

Job description

Company Description

Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers - providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

Job Description

Position Details:

• NOW OFFERING Sign On Bonus (Terms Apply), $1,000 Annual Tool Allowance, Safety Boot Allowance for qualified applicants working in our NEW Fleet Maintenance Shop.
• Hourly pay up to $28.00 per hour, based on experience
• Monday - Friday, 11am - 7:30pm

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Summary:

Assist in troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, replacing, adjusting and modifying company vehicles, vans, pick-up trucks, tractors, trailers and various types of refrigeration, air conditioning and temperature control equipment, including structural metal repair and painting of tractors and trailers, as well as performing road service and preventative maintenance duties following standard accepted methods, practices and procedures in emergency and non-emergency situations and ensuring all safety and quality standards are met. Communicates and interacts with co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Position Responsibilities:

• Review work schedule, perform safety check on equipment, obtain supplies required to perform the work and prepare for operations. Work from preventative maintenance schedules, various checklists, manuals, diagrams, specifications, vehicle file and instructions.
• Assist in performing regular scheduled tractor inspections, complete checklists, troubleshoot and make routine repairs as required. Perform major repair work to tractors and trailers, disassemble, remove, repair or replace defective parts or components of gas or diesel engines, transmissions, steering mechanisms, ignition, electrical and hydraulic systems, air conditioning, refrigeration controls and units, clutches, brakes and mechanical or electrical operating units.
• Assist in servicing and repairing refrigeration units, repair engines, repair leaks, replace tubing, condensers, thermal controls, and recharge units with approved refrigerant gas.
• Operate electric arc welding equipment to repair ramps, ladders and tripods, repair or construct new cargo bars.
• Assist on road service trips, maintain required logs, records, checklists and reports, maintain garage tools, equipment and work area in a clean and orderly manner.
• Perform other similar or related operations as assigned or directed. At end of shift, secure all equipment, perform general housekeeping duties and complete all required paperwork.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

6-12 months interpret data requiring advanced skills knowledge equivalent to

6-12 months training in truck/automotive maintenance; wide variety of drawings, specifications, charts, tables, various types of meters and diagnostic equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

1-2 years experience in interpreting data requiring advanced skills knowledge; and/or training in medium to heavy duty diesel truck maintenance; wide variety of drawings, specifications, charts, tables, various types of meters and diagnostic equipment.

Commercial Driver's License preferred.

Possess own tools (Basic Tools)

DOT Inspection experience

Experience working with Air Brake systems, Discs and Drums

EEO Statement

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.