Fleet Technician 1 - SYGMA - US

NAFA Fleet Management Association; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Sysco Detroit is seeking a Fleet Technician trainee to support preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs on a range of vehicles and equipment. Trainees will learn diagnosis and repair techniques, documenting work in SAP, and ensuring roadworthiness before assets return to service.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent with 2-year truck tech training; a CDL-A is preferred. This role offers exposure to multiple vehicle systems and a path to Journeyman technician status.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 2-year truck tech training preferred.
• None required with proper education.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL-A preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn to perform required inspections and preventive maintenance on the fleet to maximize safety and reliability.
• Learn to perform maintenance repairs under guidance, including diagnoses and road-call repairs as needed.
• Document work in SAP and maintain accurate work orders.
• Develop efficiency with Sysco computer programs and ensure roadworthy status before release.
• Collaborate with management to plan prioritized schedules considering operations and PM compliance.

Skills

CDL-A Preferred

Education

High school diploma or Equivalent

Medium/Heavy Duty truck technical training 2-year school

Tools

Welding & Cutting

SAP

Job description

Company:

US3088 Sygma Detroit (The Sygma Network, Inc)

Sales Territory:

Zip Code:

48162

Travel Percentage:

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison. Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors

JOB SUMMARY

To assist Fleet Technician Journeyman and Fleet Technicians in providing safe, reliable and cost-efficient vehicles by learning to perform quality preventive maintenance inspections and repairs as well as learning to perform diagnosis and repair as required to prevent breakdowns on road, reduce vehicle downtime and improve total fleet reliability.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Learn to perform required inspections and preventive maintenance under the guidance of fleet technician journeyman, fleet technician or fleet manager on vehicles and equipment (Tractors, Trailers, Convertor Dollies, Lift Gates, Light Duty Vehicles) to maximize the safety, reliability, and cost efficiency throughout the life cycle of the fleet to include, but not limited to FAI/CVI (First Article Inspection/ Commerical Vehicle Inspection) (Annual) Inspections
• Learn to perform maintenance repairs on all vehicles under the guidance of fleet technician journeyman, fleet technician or fleet manager such as inspections, scheduled repairs, malfunctions and road-call repairs in a safe, efficient, and quality manner to include, but not limited to addressing all driver Vehicle Inspection Report (VIR) write-ups in a timely manner, diagnose cause of any malfunction and perform repairs to engines, transmissions, fuel & ignition systems, exhaust systems (including Regen), intake systems, brake systems, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) systems, liftgate hydraulic, mechanical and electrical systems.
• Document all work performed on the work order (SAP) using complaint, cause, and correction format
• Learn & develop efficiency in all maintenance related to Sysco computer programs
• Decide if a piece of equipment is roadworthy and meets DOT regulations before being released back to operations use. This could cause operations to incur additional expense by renting equipment but the safety of personnel and FMCR should always take precedence.
• Collaborate with management to create a prioritized work schedule of all fleet equipment that will take into consideration operation needs and pm compliance to strategically place resources as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• High school diploma or Equivalent, Medium/Heavy Duty truck technical training 2-year school

Experience

• None required with proper education

Professional Skills

• Current and Valid Drivers License, CDL-A Preferred
• Basic Knowledge and skill of all vehicle systems and Components
• Basic knowledge and skill in diagnosis and repair of electrical systems on all equipment
• Basic knowledge and skill in welding and cutting (gas, electric, MIG, TIG)
• Physical demands to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend and crawl
• Vision abilities to include Close & Distance vision, color, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

BENEFITS INFORMATION

For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com

OVERVIEW

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.

We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.