FLEET MECHANIC

US Foods; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Medical benefits start day one

Weekly pay

Paid vacation time

Employee uniforms

Tool allowance

Job summary

US Foods in Montgomery, AL is seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanic to perform preventative maintenance and repairs on our fleet of tractors, trailers, and related equipment. You will use fleet maintenance software to document work and ensure compliance with safety and DOT standards.

Applicants must have at least 3 years of hands-on experience as a heavy‑duty diesel mechanic, own their tools, and hold a valid driver's license. We offer a tool allowance, competitive pay, and benefits starting day one.

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; basic math skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Heavy-duty diesel mechanic

Diagnostics

Troubleshooting

PM program administration

Personal hand tools

Reading and writing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fleet maintenance software

Job description

Join Our Community of Food People!

BASIC PURPOSE

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

JOIN OUR FLEET TEAM!

Tool allowance included to support your trade.

Our Diesel Mechanics start at $25.00/hour DOE

• 401K with 2% automatic company contribution plus company match up to an additional 6%.
• Medical Benefits Start Day One!
• We offer weekly pay, low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for Family Coverage.
• Paid vacation time, sick, and personal time.
• Employee uniforms provided.

Schedule: Sunday- Thursday, 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM

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:

FREQUENCY:

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): FREQUENTLY

51-100 lbs (Heavy): OCCASIONALLY

Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): OCCASIONALLY

PUSH/PULL 1: FREQUENTLY

CLIMB/BALANCE 2: FREQUENTLY

STOOP/SQUAT: FREQUENTLY

KNEEL: FREQUENTLY

BEND: FREQUENTLY

REACH ABOVE SHOULDER: FREQUENTLY

TWIST: FREQUENTLY

GRASP OBJECTS 3: FREQUENTLY

MANIPULATE OBJECTS 4: FREQUENTLY

MANUAL DEXTERITY 5: FREQUENTLY

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. The expected base rate for this role is between$25 - $32/hr

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.

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