Lead Diesel Mechanic

Performance Food Group; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Foodservice, Texas, seeks a Lead Diesel Mechanic Technician to maintain our fleet of delivery vehicles and ensure reliable, safe service nationwide. You will handle complex repairs and coordinate maintenance scheduling on a senior level.

As a senior team member, you will supervise junior mechanics, optimize maintenance workflows, and contribute to logistics efficiency by maximizing vehicle uptime and reducing downtime.

Qualifications

• Experience as lead diesel mechanic or senior technician.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines and hydraulics.
• Ability to supervise technicians and coordinate work orders.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex mechanical repairs on diesel delivery vehicles.
• Schedule maintenance and preventive maintenance across the fleet.
• Oversee junior mechanics and ensure safety and compliance.

Skills

Diesel engine maintenance

Fleet management

Supervision

Tools

Shop equipment and diagnostic tools

Job description

Performance Foodservice, a leader in food distribution, is seeking an experienced Lead Diesel Mechanic Technician to maintain our fleet of delivery vehicles, ensuring efficient and safe delivery of food products to our clients across the nation. As a senior member of our maintenance team, you will take charge of complex mechanical repairs and maintenance schedules, oversee junior mechanics, and contribute to the optimization of our logistic operations through superior vehicle reliability.