Sr. Fleet Mechanic
usfoods
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Job summary
US Foods in Marrero, LA is seeking an experienced Senior Diesel Mechanic to maintain and repair diesel equipment including tractors, trailers, reefers, and lift gates. You will perform preventive maintenance to DOT standards and document work in the fleet software system. Tools and strong teamwork are essential for success.
The role requires owning personal hand tools, adherence to EPA and OSHA regulations, and the ability to coach junior technicians in a fast-paced shop environment.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of verifiable hands-on experience as a heavy-duty diesel mechanic.
- Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot with fleet maintenance software.
- Ability to read and interpret technical/service manuals.
Responsibilities
- Independently troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace, and complete repairs on diesel equipment.
- Perform preventative maintenance within DOT standards.
- Mentor other maintenance staff.
- Coordinate with vendors and partners for equipment swaps and action plans.
- Document repairs and parts used in fleet software system.
Skills
Education
Tools
Job description
To provide a safe and reliable fleet by performing preventative maintenance and proper repairs on all fleet equipment.
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Night Shift -Monday - Thursday 8pm-4:30amFriday - 4pm to 12:30am
- Diesel Technician
- Fleet Mechanic
- Reefer Mechanic
- Trailer Mechanic
- Reefer Technician
- Our Senior Diesel Mechanics start at $34.00
- 401K with 2% automatic company contribution plus company match up to an additional 6%
- Medical Benefits Start Day One!
- We offer weekly pay, low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for Family Coverage.
- Paid vacation time, sick, and personal time.
- Employee uniforms provided.
- Strong Safety Culture, newer equipment, and excellent local leadership.
- Independently troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace, and complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (i.e., tractors, trailers, bobtails, reefers, lift gates, etc.).
- Perform preventative maintenance within DOT standards.
- Mentor other maintenance shop personnel.
- Receive road calls, assign third party vendor, and work with business partners to triage appropriate plan of action including equipment swaps etc.
- Utilize fleet maintenance software system tablet to fully document equipment repair and parts used.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with workplace safety rules and regulations and government guidelines.
- Other duties as assigned by manager.
N/A
Internal: All Fleet Technicians, Drivers, Coordinators and Manager
External: Dealer Service Managers
Onsite : The associate in this role is expected to perform assigned responsibilities inside a US Foods maintenance facility.
- Must have 5 years of verifiable hands-on experience as a heavy-duty commercial diesel mechanic.
- Diagnostic and troubleshooting ability using fleet maintenance software.
- Successfully demonstrated independent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Must furnish own personal hand tools.
- Ability to comply with EPA and OSHA regulations pertaining to the shop and fleet.
- Ability to read and understand technical and service manuals.
- Excellent communication skills; able to communicate with co-workers and drivers with demonstrated teamwork skills.
- Ability to manage multiple functions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
- Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs.
- Computer and software experience.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Brake certification
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
- JPRO software experience.
- Welding ability
- Knowledge with electrical schematics
- Basic Microsoft Excel and Word skills.
- Leadership experience or qualifications
- Valid Class A CDL license and DOT certification
- EPA 608 (Type 2 or Universal) certification
OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVER
FREQUENCY:
STAND: CONTINUOUSLY
WALK: CONTINUOUSLY
DRIVE VEHICLE: FREQUENTLY
SIT: FREQUENTLY
- 1-10 lbs (Sedentary): FREQUENTLY
- 11-20 lbs (Light): FREQUENTLY
- 21-50 lbs (Medium): FREQUENTLY
- 51-100 lbs (Heavy): FREQUENTLY
- Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): OCCASIONALLY
- 1-10 lbs (Sedentary): FREQUENTLY
- 11-20 lbs (Light): FREQUENTLY
- 21-50 lbs (Medium): FREQUENTLY
- 51-100 lbs (Heavy): FREQUENTLY
- Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): FREQUENTLY
PUSH/PULL 1: FREQUENTLY
CLIMB/BALANCE 2: FREQUENTLY
STOOP/SQUAT: FREQUENTLY
KNEEL: FREQUENTLY
BEND: FREQUENTLY
REACH ABOVE SHOULDER: FREQUENTLY
TWIST: FREQUENTLY
GRASP OBJECTS 3: FREQUENTLY
MANIPULATE OBJECTS 4: FREQUENTLY
MANUAL DEXTERITY 5: FREQUENTLY
1 (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. The expected base rate for this role is between $34 -34/hr
This role will also receive overtime comp
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