Fleet Diesel Mechanic

usfoods; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool allowance

Medical insurance

Paid time off

401K match

Boots provided

Job summary

US Foods in Memphis is seeking a skilled heavy-duty diesel mechanic to keep our fleet safe and reliable. The role covers troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance on tractors, trailers, and related equipment, with road rescue as needed.

The schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 3pm to 11:30pm, and pay ranges from $25 to $35 per hour depending on certifications and experience. Excellent benefits start day one, including medical, dental, vision, and a strong 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• 3 years of hands-on experience as heavy-duty diesel mechanic.
• Diagnostic and troubleshooting skills for diesel equipment.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs.
• Must provide personal hand tools.
• Valid driver’s license required; CDL preferred.
• HS diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair diesel tractors and trailers.
• Perform preventive maintenance per DOT standards.
• Handle road calls and coordinate with third-party vendors.
• Document repairs in fleet maintenance software.

Skills

Diesel mechanic

Diagnostics

PM program

Hand tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fleet maintenance software

Job description

Join Our Community of Food People!

BASIC PURPOSE

Mechanic will be responsible for the troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of the Fleet road equipment including tractor, trailer, thermo-king, converter dolly and maintenance vehicles. Ensure compliance with all State and Federal trucking regulations. Mechanics will also be responsible for the documentation, completion, and to keep current the maintenance logs for all repairs and parts used daily. The position will be required to perform road rescue as needed.

COME WORK FOR US FOODS®!

Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the foodservice industry?

We help YOU make it! US Foods is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promoting from within, excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus.

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday 3pm - 11:30pm

Pay range is $25 - $35 / hour based on certifications and experience.

Excellent Benefits starting DAY ONE! Including:

• $250 Quarterly tool allowance, that's $1,000 extra per year!
• Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for Family Coverage.
• Paid vacation time, sick, and personal time.
• Employee uniforms and boots provided.
• 401K with FANTASTIC company match!
• Strong Safety Culture, newer equipment, and excellent local leadership and great place to work!

BASIC PURPOSE: To provide a safe and reliable fleet by performing preventative maintenance and proper repairs on all fleet equipment.

Mechanic will be responsible for the troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of the Fleet road equipment including tractor, trailer, thermo-king, converter dolly and maintenance vehicles. Ensure compliance with all State and Federal trucking regulations. Mechanics will also be responsible for the documentation, completion, and to keep current the maintenance logs for all repairs and parts used daily. The position will be required to perform road rescue as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND 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.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have 3 years of verifiable hands‑on experience as a heavy‑duty commercial diesel mechanic.
• Diagnostic and troubleshooting competency relating to 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 (e.g., to attend trainings, hold conversations, receive safety and job‑related coaching, and enter information on reports if needed); basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, divide).
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Valid Class‑A CDL license and DOT certification PREFERRED
• Experience using fleet maintenance software PREFERRED
• Welding ability PREFERRED

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Onsite : The associate in this role is expected to perform assigned responsibilities inside a US Foods maintenance facility.

Must be willing to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions.

Physical Requirements:

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO: 1. SIT Occasionally 2. STAND Frequently 3. WALK Frequently 4. DRIVE Occasionally (Test drives equipment) TO LIFT: 1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Continuously 2. 10-20 lbs (Light) Frequently 3. 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally 4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally 5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) May lift up to 120-150 pounds (2 man lift) TO CARRY: 1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Frequently 2. 10-20 lbs (Light) Frequently 3. 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally 4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally 5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) Occasionally 1. Push/pull Occasionally Item: transmissions, tires & clutches 2. Climb/balance Occasionally Item: ladders & lift gates 3. Stoop/squat Frequently 4. Kneel/bend Occasionally 5. Bend Frequently 6. Reach above shoulder Occasionally 7. Grasp objects Frequently Type: 8. Manipulate objects Frequently type: 9. Twisting Occasionally 1 (Push/Pull: Hand truck, gate, straps, metal ramp, truck door, dolly, boxes, truck gear shift) 2 (Climb/Balance: In/Out Truck/Trailer to cab. On/Off ramp to ground level and side doorsteps and Platform of trailer. Stairs) 3 (Grasp Objects: Hand truck ... etc 4 (Manipulate Objects: ...)