Fleet Mechanic -INT

US Foods; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pre-tax spending accounts

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Job summary

US Foods is seeking an experienced heavy‑duty diesel mechanic for the Sunday–Thursday night shift. You will diagnose, repair and service diesel equipment including tractors, trailers and lift gates, while meeting DOT maintenance standards.

You must have hands‑on experience, the ability to document work, and the tools you bring. The role requires safety compliance, tool proficiency, and teamwork with drivers and coordinators.

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.
• Independent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience administering a preventive maintenance program.
• Must furnish own personal hand tools.
• Able to read and write legibly for trainings, reporting and coaching.

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 vendor, and coordinate with partners on action plans.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with safety rules and regulations.
• Utilize fleet maintenance software tablet to document repairs and parts used.
• Back up to other maintenance shop personnel.
• Willingness to take on increased responsibilities and certifications.
• Other duties as assigned by manager.

Skills

Diesel mechanic

Diagnostics & troubleshooting

Analytical problem-solving

PM program administration

Hand tools required

Reading & writing

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Fleet maintenance software

CDL Class-A license

DOT certification

Welding ability

Job description

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE 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.

Schedule: Sunday-Thursday 9pm to 5:30 am

Pay Range:$38-$40.00/hr

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)

BENEFITS

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.

The expected base rate for this role is between $33.43 and $45.00.

The expected base rate for this role is between $38.00 and $40.00.

EOE

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

US Foods is one of America's great food companies and a leading foodservice distributor, partnering with approximately 300,000 restaurants and foodservice operators to help their businesses succeed. With 28,000 employees and more than 70 locations, US Foods provides its customers with a broad and innovative food offering and a comprehensive suite of e-commerce, technology and business solutions. US Foods is headquartered in Rosemont, Ill., and generates more than $28 billion in annual revenue. Visit www.usfoods.com to learn more.

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US Foods, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

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