Fleet Mechanic

US Foods; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with match

Medical benefits day one

Paid vacation

Uniforms provided

Strong safety culture

Job summary

US Foods is seeking a diesel mechanic to troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, and repair diesel equipment such as tractors, trailers, and lift gates. The role requires hands-on experience and the ability to perform preventive maintenance per DOT standards.

You will document repairs and coordinate with vendors when needed. The position offers a schedule Sunday through Thursday, 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM, with benefits including 401K with match and day-one medical coverage.

Qualifications

• 3 years of hands-on experience as a heavy-duty diesel mechanic.
• Diagnostic and troubleshooting competency for equipment repairs.
• Ability to read/write and attend trainings; basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace and repair diesel equipment (tractors, trailers, bobtails, lift gates).
• Perform preventive maintenance within DOT standards.
• Coordinate with third-party vendors and partners on plans of action.

Skills

Diesel mechanic

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Tooling/hand tools

Reading/Writing

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Fleet maintenance software

Job description

Join Our Community of Food People!

Tool allowance included to support your trade.

Our Diesel Mechanics start at $ $40.00 to $45.00 hour depending on experience!

• 401K with 2% automatic company contribution plus company match up to an additional 6%.
• Medical Benefits Start Day One!
• Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for Family Coverage.
• Paid vacation time, sick, and personal time.
• Employee uniforms provided.
• Strong Safety Culture, newer equipment, and excellent local leadership.

Schedule

Sunday - Thursday 4:00PM to 12:30 AM

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.

SUPERVISION

• N/A

RELATIONSHIPS

• Internal: All Fleet Technicians, Drivers, Coordinators and Manager
• External: Vendor service providers when required

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.

Minimum 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).

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

CERTIFICATIONS/TRAINING

• N/A

LICENSES

• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid Class-A CDL license and DOT certification
• Experience using fleet maintenance software
• Welding ability

Physical Qualifications

OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVER

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:

• STAND: CONTINUOUSLY
• WALK: CONTINUOUSLY
• DRIVE VEHICLE: FREQUENTLY
• SIT: FREQUENTLY
• LIFT
• 1-10 lbs (Sedentary): FREQUENTLY
• 11-20 lbs (Light): FREQUENTLY
• 21-50 lbs (Medium): FREQUENTLY
• 51-100 lbs (Heavy): FREQUENTLY
• Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): OCCASIONALLY
• CARRY
• 1-10 lbs (Sedentary): FREQUENTLY
• 11-20 lbs (Light): FREQUENTLY
• 21-50 lbs (Medium): OCCASIONALLY
• 51-100 lbs (Heavy): OCCASIONALLY
• Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): OCCASIONALLY
• PUSH/PULL 1
• CLIMB/BALANCE 2
• STOOP/SQUAT
• KNEEL
• BEND
• REACH ABOVE SHOULDER
• TWIST
• GRASP OBJECTS 3
• MANIPULATE OBJECTS 4
• MANUAL DEXTERITY 5
• 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, boxes, cartons, steering wheel)
• 4 (Manipulate Objects: Boxes, dolly, metal truck ramp, hand truck, paperwork, truck gate, straps)
• 5 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as copiers, printers)

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $40.00 to $45.00

This role may also receive overtime compensation.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance.

• EOE– Race/Color/Religion/Sex/SexualOrientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***