Garage Mechanic - Nights

Ben E. Keith Company; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Ben E. Keith Company is hiring a Garage Mechanic for night shifts in Fort Worth, TX. This full-time role involves diagnosing, repairing, and overhauling trucks and diesel engines, with the candidate providing their own tools.

Responsibilities include following safety standards, maintaining braking and steering systems, performing routine maintenance, and testing repaired equipment. A valid driver's license and diesel experience are required; Thermo King/Carrier experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3 years of Diesel Mechanic experience/and or training required.
• Driver's License required.
• Experience with Thermo King or Carrier refrigeration preferred.
• High school diploma or GED; 2 yrs or more related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties by following the Company’s safety standards.
• Install and repair industrial and commercial refrigerating systems.
• Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, lathes, welding equipment, drill press and jacks and hoists.
• Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
• Adjust and reline brakes, align wheels, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment.
• Raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
• Test drive trucks and buses to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly.
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges.
• Immediately communicate problems with Supervisor by phone
• Obey traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
• Other responsibilities may be assigned by the manager.

Skills

Diesel Mechanic Experience

Driver's License

Thermo King/Carrier Refrigeration (pre

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2+ Years related experience or training

Job description

At Ben E. Keith Company, our legacy is strong—and our future is even stronger.

For more than a century, we’ve been leaders in fine food and premium beverage distribution, known for delivering excellence and building lasting partnerships. Today, our Food Division spans multiple states, and our Beverage Division brings top beverage brands to communities across Texas.

But what truly sets us apart is our commitment to people. We invest in our employees, empower growth, and create opportunities to make an impact because when our people succeed, so do our customers and our business. Since 1906, that’s been our promise.

Position Summary And Responsibilities

The Garage Mechanic is a fulltime position. Mechanics will diagnose, adjust, repair or overhaul trucks and all types of diesel engines. Must provide your own tools. Responsibilities consist of, but are not limited to:

• Perform duties by following the Company’s safety standards.
• Install and repair industrial and commercial refrigerating systems.
• Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, lathes, welding equipment, drill press and jacks and hoists.
• Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
• Adjust and reline brakes, align wheels, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment.
• Raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
• Test drive trucks and buses to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly.
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges.
• Immediately communicate problems with Supervisor by phone
• Obey traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
• Other responsibilities may be assigned by the manager.

Night Schedule

Sunday - Tuesday: 7pm-7am
Wednesday - 7pm - 1am
Off Thursday - Saturday

Education And/or Work Experience Requirements

• Driver's License required.
• 3yrs of Diesel Mechanic experience/and or training required.
• Experience/training with Thermo King or Carrier refrigeration not required but preferred.
• High school diploma or GED; 2 yrs or more related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 lbs.

We offer employees the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in collaborative, results-driven environments supported by competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match + 100% Company-Paid Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Wellness, EAP & Educational Assistance

At Ben E. Keith, we value a diverse and inclusive workforce where different perspectives drive better decisions and innovation. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmitive Action employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, considering all qualified applicants, including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.