Fleet Technician (DOT)

PepsiCo; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

PepsiCo is hiring a Fleet Technician in Champaign, IL. You will maintain and repair fleet vehicles, diagnosing mechanical issues and performing preventive maintenance to keep drivers safe on the road.

Work alongside experienced mechanics on more complex repairs, manage parts inventory, and accurately charge parts and labor to work orders using provided systems. Expect on-the-job training and a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• At least 21 years old.
• May require to work on weekends, holidays and off shift.
• Valid D10K certification.
• Driver's license must be valid with no recent suspensions.
• Be able to lift 50+ pounds with/without accommodation.
• Capable of bending, reaching, stooping, kneeling and stretching.
• Able to work in tight spaces for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair fleet vehicles, diagnose mechanical issues and perform preventative maintenance.
• Work with experienced mechanics on more complex repairs and troubleshooting.
• Manage parts inventory and charge parts/labor to work orders using provided systems.
• Build relationships with vendors for estimates on parts or outside labor.

Skills

D10K Certification

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Job description

Quick Look

• Pay: $36.01 per hour

• Location: 3007 W Clark Rd, Champaign, IL, 61822-2829

• Schedule: 5, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Minimum Qualifications

• You are at least 21 years of age or older

• You may be required to work on weekends, holidays as well as off shift

• You have a valid D10K Certification

• Your driver's license has not been suspended or revoked in connection with a moving violation within the past three (3) years

• You can lift 50 pounds or more with or without a reasonable accommodation

• You are able to climb, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and stretch for extended periods with or without a reasonable accommodation

• You have the ability to work in tight spaces for extended periods with or without a reasonable accommodation

• You will be required to work on/under trucks for an entire shift (8 to 12 hours) with or without a reasonable accommodation

Maintain and repair fleet vehicles to keep drivers safe and on the road delivering beloved brands like Lay's, Doritos, and Cheetos. Your technical skill and preventative work ensure vehicles are reliable and communities stay stocked.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain and repair fleet vehicles, including diagnosing mechanical issues and completing preventative maintenance

• Work alongside experienced mechanics on more complex repairs and troubleshooting

• Manage parts inventory and accurately charge parts and labor to work orders using provided systems

• Build relationships with vendors when obtaining estimates for parts or outside labor

What to Expect

• On-the-Job Training: Learn the role through hands-on and classroom training

• High Energy Workplace: On the go for most of the day in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment that involves lifting, bending, and moving product throughout your shift

• Health & Lifestyle Benefits: As a full‑time team member, you’ll be supported with competitive pay, meaningful benefits, and opportunities to grow a long‑term career at PepsiCo.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity

Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901 - 4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available [1] EEO is the Law & [2] View the PepsiCo EEO Policy.