GARAGE/OUTSIDE MECHANIC

Smith's Food & Drug Centers; Layton (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Flexible scheduling

Counseling services

Employee discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth

Job summary

Smith's Food & Drug Centers in Layton, UT is seeking a diesel/reefer mechanic responsible for maintaining and repairing commercial trucks and trailers. You will read work orders, diagnose malfunctions, and plan repairs while upholding safety policies and company values.

Responsibilities include inspecting electrical systems, replacing parts, and performing PMs on fleet equipment. Must have own tools and a valid driver's license; EPA Type II 609 certification within 1 year is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and communicate effectively.
• Must have your own tools and a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Read work orders and observe trucks/reefer units to diagnose malfunctions and plan repairs.
• Install or repair electrical systems and replace transmissions and other mechanical parts.
• Overhaul diesel engines using hand tools and hoists.
• Inspect safety devices and perform proper PMs on fleet equipment.
• Must obtain EPA Type II 609 Certification within 1 year.

Skills

Reading and interpreting documents

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Personal tools (wrench, sockets, screwdrivers)

Job description

Job Description

Responsible for maintaining and repairing commercial trucks, trailers, reefer units. The company also requires that all employees perform all tasks in a safe manner consistent with corporate policies and state and federal laws. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Job Description

Responsible for maintaining and repairing commercial trucks, trailers, reefer units. The company also requires that all employees perform all tasks in a safe manner consistent with corporate policies and state and federal laws. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

Responsibilities

• Read work orders and observes and listens to trucks/reefer's in operation to determine malfunction and to plan work procedures
• Install or repair electrical systems, changing batteries, and replaces transmissions, compressors and other mechanical parts.
• Overhaul diesel engines using mechanics hand tools, welding equipment, standard charts and hoists.
• Examine protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices on trucks and makes adjustments using hand tools. Perform proper PM's on all fleet equipment.
• Must have or be able to obtain a Type II 609 EPA Certification within 1 year.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Minimum

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to shop personal and supervision.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Must have your own tools. (I.e. Wrench's, sockets, screw drivers, impact drivers.)
• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Ability and willingness to move with purpose and a strong sense of urgency.
• Ability to work weekends.
• Ability to work overtime.
• Ability to work any shift.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks/projects.
• Familiarity with industry/technical terms and processes.
• Valid driver's license

Desired

• High school education or equivalent plus three year's experience in diesel/reefer mechanics or equivalent combination of education and experience.

About Us

Based in Salt Lake City, Utah, Smith's Food and Drug merged with The Kroger Company in 1998. Today, we’re proudly serving Smith's customers in over 140 stores throughout Utah, Nevada, New Mexico, Arizona, Montana, Idaho and Wyoming.

As part of the Kroger family of companies, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.

Here, people matter. That's why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you're caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you're seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we've got a fresh opportunity for you.

What You'll Receive From Us

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page !