Senior Diesel Mechanic

US Foods; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool allowance

Boots provided yearly

401K with company match

Day-one benefits

Job summary

US Foods in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Senior Diesel Mechanic to keep our fleet safe and reliable. You will troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild and repair diesel tractors, trailers, and related equipment, with a focus on preventative maintenance within DOT standards.

Night shift: Sunday through Thursday, 9:00 PM to 5:30 AM, with overtime opportunities. We offer comprehensive benefits from DAY ONE, tool allowance, boots annually, 401K with strong company match, and a safety-focused culture with

Qualifications

• 5+ years of verifiable hands-on experience as a heavy-duty diesel mechanic.
• Diagnostic and troubleshooting skills for equipment repairs.
• Experience applying preventive maintenance programs.
• Must furnish own personal hand tools.
• Must have a valid driver's license and Class-A CDL (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Independently troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, and repair diesel equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance per DOT standards.
• Receive road calls, coordinate with third-party vendors and partners.
• Document repairs and parts used using fleet software.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment.

Skills

Diesel mechanics experience

Diagnostic and troubleshooting

PM program experience

Own hand tools

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Fleet maintenance software

Job description

## Senior Diesel MechanicApply: Charlotte Metro NC: Full time: Posted Today: R281729ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE**COME WORK FOR US FOODS in Charlotte, NC!**Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the foodservice industry? **We help YOU make it! US Foods** is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promoting from within, excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus. **Schedule: Sunday - Thursday Nights, 9:00 PM - 5:30 AM****Fleet Mechanics may earn up to $39 per hour PLUS overtime!** **Excellent Benefits starting DAY ONE! Including:*** **$250 Quarterly tool allowance, that's $1,000 extra per year!*** **New Boots Provided Yearly!*** **Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for Family Coverage.*** **Paid vacation time, sick, and personal time.*** **Employee uniforms provided.*** **401K with FANTASTIC company match!*** **Strong Safety Culture, newer equipment, and excellent local leadership** **and great place to work!** BASIC PURPOSE: To provide a safe and reliable fleet by performing preventative maintenance and proper repairs on all fleet equipment. **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*** Independently Troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace and complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (i.e., tractors, trailers, bobtails, lift gates, etc.).* Perform preventative maintenance within DOT standards.* Receive road calls, assign third party vendor, and work with business partners on plan of action.* Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with workplace safety rules/regulations and government guidelines.* Utilize fleet maintenance software system tablet to fully document equipment repair and parts used.* Backup to other maintenance shop personnel.* Willingness and capacity to assume increased responsibility and certificates.* Other duties as assigned by manager. **QUALIFICATIONS*** Must have 5 years of verifiable hands-on experience as a heavy-duty commercial diesel mechanic.* Diagnostic and troubleshooting competency relating to equipment repairs.* Successfully demonstrated independent analytical and problem-solving skills.* Prior experience in administering appropriate PM program.* Must furnish own personal hand tools.* Able to read and write legibly (e.g., to attend trainings, hold conversations, receive safety and job-related coaching, and enter information on reports if needed); basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, divide).* High school diploma or equivalent required.* Must possess a valid driver's license.* Valid Class-A CDL license and DOT certification PREFERRED* Experience using fleet maintenance software PREFERRED* Welding ability PREFERRED **WORK ENVIRONMENT*** **Onsite**: The associate in this role is expected to perform assigned responsibilities inside a US Foods maintenance facility.* Must be willing to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions. Physical Requirements: JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO: 1. SIT Occasionally 2. STAND Frequently 3. WALK Frequently 4. DRIVE Occasionally (Test drives equipment) TO LIFT: 1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Continuously 2. 10-20 lbs (Light) Frequently 3. 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally 4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally 5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) May lift up to 120-150 pounds (2 man lift) TO CARRY: 1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Frequently 2. 10-20 lbs (Light) Frequently 3. 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally 4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally 5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) Occasionally 1. Push/pull Occasionally Item: transmissions, tires & clutches 2. Climb/balance Occasionally Item: ladders & lift gates 3. Stoop/squat Frequently 4. Kneel/bend Occasionally 5. Bend Frequently 6. Reach above shoulder Occasionally 7. Grasp objects Frequently Type: 8. Manipulate objects Frequently type: 9. Twisting Occasionally1 (Push/Pull: Hand truck, gate, straps, metal ramp, truck door, dolly, boxes, truck gear shift)2 (Climb/Balance: In/Out Truck/Trailer to cab. On/Off ramp to ground level and side doorsteps and Platform of trailer. Stairs)3 (Grasp Objects: Hand truck, boxes, cartons, steering wheel)4 (Manipulate Objects: Boxes, dolly, metal truck ramp, hand truck, paperwork, truck gate, straps)5 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as copiers, printers) *Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law* *(for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $35 and $39.* *As applicable, this role may also receive overtime compensation and shift differential.* *Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here:* *https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html**.*