Fleet Technician (non-DOT) - Foods

PepsiCo; Dayville (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PepsiCo Inc. in Dayville, CT is seeking a full-time fleet mechanic to maintain and repair our delivery fleet. The role involves night shifts from 11:00 pm to 7:30 am, with workdays Thursday through Monday, and duties include diagnosing issues and performing preventative maintenance on a range of trucks and trailers.

You will work alongside experienced mechanics, manage parts, and handle routine inspections. PepsiCo offers competitive pay and opportunities for long-term career growth.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• May require weekend/holiday/off-shift work.
• Must have a valid driver's license and personal vehicle.
• Driver's license must not be suspended or revoked in the past 3 years.
• Able to lift 50 pounds or more with or without accommodation.
• Able to climb, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and stretch for extended periods.
• Able to work in tight spaces for extended periods.
• Must be able to work on/under trucks for 8–12 hours per shift.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair fleet vehicles, diagnosing mechanical issues and performing preventative maintenance.
• Collaborate with experienced mechanics on more complex repairs and troubleshooting.
• Maintain specific vehicle platforms (e.g., Peterbilt M220, Freightliner M2, Volvo VNR, Cummins engines, Allison transmissions) and various trailers.
• Manage parts inventory and accurately bill parts and labor to work orders.
• Schedule and prioritize daily maintenance inspections and repairs, including brakes, u-joints, steering, emissions, and fuel systems.

Skills

Driver's License

Lift 50 lbs

Mechanical aptitude

Physical stamina

Job description

Quick Look

• Pay: $36.82 per hour
• Location: Dayville, CT
• Work Days: Thursday - Monday
• Start Time: 11:00 pm
• End Time: 7:30 am

Minimum Qualifications

• You are at least 18 years of age or older
• You may be required to work on weekends, holidays as well as off shift
• You have a valid Driver's License and Personal Vehicle
• 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
• You will be responsible for maintaining Peterbilt M220 / Freightliner M2, 6.7 Cummins ISB, Allison 2000, Newer Fleet of Volvo VNR Tractors, D13 / IShift, and multiple trailer platforms
• Manage parts inventory and accurately charge parts and labor to work orders using provided systems
• Day-to-day activities such as scheduling and prioritizing work and preventative maintenance inspections, proactive/follow-up repairs, and demand work, including but not limited to brakes, u-joints/bearings, steering/suspension, starting/charging, emissions/drivability diagnosis, light engine repair such as water pumps, injectors, and fuel pumps

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.

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.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, 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/ Age

Ifyou'dlike more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available [1] EEO is the Law [2] Viewthe PepsiCo EEO Policy.

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