Fleet Technician A: Diagnostics, Diesel & Maintenance

Pepsi Bottling Ventures; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off, including holidays and vacation

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Education assistance

Job summary

Pepsi Bottling Ventures is seeking a Fleet Technician A to maintain and repair fleet vehicles, ensuring safe and reliable operations. Candidates should have a high school diploma and either ASE certifications or extensive vehicle maintenance experience.

The role includes preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs of various systems. A strong work ethic, attention to detail, and effective communication are essential traits. The position comes with comprehensive benefits, including paid time off and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Five ASE certifications or ten years of vehicle maintenance experience.
• Valid Driver’s License and able to obtain CDL A within six months.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical before the first 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections on fleet vehicles.
• Conduct major and minor repairs for fleet equipment.
• Assist and train team members to enhance team knowledge.

Skills

Diagnostic trouble codes troubleshooting

Repair diesel, gasoline, and propane systems

Brake systems diagnostics and repair

HVAC system repair

Welding skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree

Tools

Mechanical tools

Job description

Unbottle YOUR Potential at Pepsi Bottling Ventures!

At Pepsi, we spread home-grown joy, in our special Pepsi Bottling Ventures way! Pepsi Bottling Ventures is the nation’s largest private bottler and distributor of Pepsi beverages. Pepsi Bottling Ventures is based in NC, SC, MD, & DE.

Unbottle YOUR Potential at Pepsi Bottling Ventures!

At Pepsi, we spread home-grown joy, in our special Pepsi Bottling Ventures way! Pepsi Bottling Ventures is the nation’s largest private bottler and distributor of Pepsi beverages. Pepsi Bottling Ventures is based in NC, SC, MD, & DE.

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Job Description

Pepsi Bottling Ventures is seeking a Fleet Technician A to join our team!

Who We Are

We are jointly owned by Suntory and PepsiCo. Suntory is a family-owned business founded in Japan more than 125 years ago that is known globally for their beverages and innovative spirit. PepsiCo has a 125-year plus legacy as a global leader in convenient foods and beverages. We represent Suntory’s non-alcoholic beverage industry in the United States and have an 80-year plus legacy of providing PepsiCo products to the Carolinas and beyond.

What We Do

We make, sell, and distribute PepsiCo and more beverages. We have the exclusive rights to make, sell, and distribute directly to stores in our territory the world-renowned PepsiCo and Keurig Dr. Pepper beverages. These exclusive rights make up the vast majority of our business and cover certain counties across five states.

We also create our own beverages, producing and distributing them to our customers’ warehouses nationally. And we make, sell, and distribute to our customers’ warehouses a growing portfolio of beverages nationally. These beverages make up a small, but growing part of our business.

What Makes Us Unique

We bring you the beverages you love. We bring PepsiCo’s and Keurig Dr. Pepper’s beloved beverages and more to you and our customers. As a part of Suntory, we believe in dreaming big and boldly pursuing our dreams, growing for good, and giving back to society. We innovate to create new beverages, like our Nature’s Twist refreshing lemonade line, and we continuously expand our beverage portfolio to bring you and our customers joy.

What We Look For In Team Members

We value integrity, teamwork, accountability, creativity, and communication in all we do and expect the same from all team members.

We’d love to receive your application and talk with you about your interest in the position if the overview below describes you.

Fleet Technician A Role Overview

Maintains and repairs fleet vehicles, light/heavy trucks, vans, and forklifts to ensure safe and reliable operations.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections on all fleet equipment.
• Perform major and minor repairs to all fleet equipment as needed.
• Perform advanced diagnostic and troubleshooting of Diagnostic trouble codes or symptoms of fault.
• Assist others when needed, able to train team members to make the team stronger and more knowledgeable.
• Responsible for parts and forklift operations.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate’s Degree preferred.
• Five (5) ASE certifications or ten (10) years of vehicle maintenance experience.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Diagnose and repair diesel, gasoline, and propane fuel systems.
• Diagnose and repair both Air, hydraulic, and electric brake systems.
• Diagnose and repair vehicle HVAC.
• Electrical Systems testing, diagnostics and repair.
• General vehicle diagnostics and repair
• Onboard diagnostics troubleshooting and repair.
• Battery-powered industrial equipment diagnostic and repair.
• Basic welding skills
• Proficient knowledge and experience with tools and equipment.
• Ability to operate and drive vehicles safely.
• Have a good work ethic for daily physically and mentally challenging work.
• Have their own set of mechanical tools sufficient for their level of experience.
• Enjoy working outside at times year-round when necessary.
• Have strong attention to detail.
• Have excellent communication skills.
• Able to meet company driving qualifications.
• Be able to work set hours with occasional adjustments.
• Be able to pass a DOT physical prior to their first 90 days of employment.
• Be able to obtain a CDL A license within 6 months of accepting an A tech position.
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

• As part of your total compensation package, you will also receive the following benefits:
• Paid time off, including holidays, vacation days, personal days, parental leave, and bereavement leave
• 401(k) with a company match
• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance options, as well as supplemental health plan options, including accident, critical illness, and hospitalization
• Saving and spending accounts
• Company-paid telemedicine services
• Free counseling and information services
• Wellness program
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid disability coverage
• Adoption assistance
• Education assistance
• Legal service plan option
• Pay advance option
  

Unfortunately, we will be unable to offer visa sponsorships to candidates.

EOE M/F/D/V

Pepsi Bottling Ventures is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by calling 1-800-662-8792 or via e-mail at [e-mail]