Sr Fleet Mechanic

US Foods; Perth Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tool allowance

Health insurance

Paid time off

401K with match

Employee stock purchase plan

Life insurance

Disability

Referral program

Uniforms provided

Dental & Vision

Job summary

US Foods is seeking a diesel mechanic to maintain a safe and reliable fleet by performing preventative maintenance and repairs on all fleet equipment. Schedule: Sunday-Thursday nights 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM with OT available.

Pay range is $39-$42 hourly based on certifications and experience. Benefits include low-cost medical, dental, and vision for family coverage, paid time off, 401K with company match, and an Employee stock purchase plan.

Qualifications

• Five years of verifiable hands-on heavy-duty diesel mechanic experience.
• Experience with fleet maintenance software for diagnostics.
• Ability to read and understand technical and service manuals.
• Must furnish own personal hand tools.
• Knowledge of EPA and OSHA regulations pertaining to shop and fleet.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs per company standards.
• Document repair orders, PM lists, and parts usage.
• Handle road service calls; provide road rescue/transport as needed.
• Log maintenance activity in the software system.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and inventory records.
• Back up other maintenance shop personnel as needed.

Skills

Diesel experience

Fleet software diagnostics

Analytical problem-solving

Read manuals

Communication skills

Tool ownership

Computer literacy

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

JPRO software

EPA 608 Certification

DOT certification

Hand tools

Job description

Basic Purpose

To provide a safe and reliable fleet by performing preventative maintenance and proper repairs on all fleet equipment.

Schedule: Sunday - Thursday Nights 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM. OT Available, not required.

Pay range is $39 - $42 hourly based on certifications and experience.

The expected base rate for this role is between $39 and $42.

Benefits

• $250 Quarterly tool allowance, that's $1,000 extra per year!
• Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for Family Coverage.
• Paid vacation time, sick, and personal time.
• Employee uniforms provided.
• Employee referral program. $1,000 per referral.
• 401K with FANTASTIC company match!
• Health insurance.
• Pre-tax spending accounts.
• Retirement benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Life insurance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform preventative maintenance within company standards.
• Complete documentation of all repair orders, PM list and parts accountability.
• Handle road service calls; perform road rescue/transport equipment as needed.
• Keep track of assigned repairs by logging in and out of the software system.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with workplace safety rules and regulations and government guidelines.
• Maintain inventory and proper recordkeeping.
• Backup to other maintenance shop personnel.
• Willingness and capacity to assume increased responsibility and Certifications.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 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.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 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.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• SIT Occasionally
• STAND Frequently
• WALK Frequently
• DRIVE Occasionally (Test drives equipment)

TO LIFT

• 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Continuously
• 10-20 lbs (Light) Frequently
• 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally
• 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally
• Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) May lift up to 120-150 pounds (2 man lift)

TO CARRY

• 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Frequently
• 10-20 lbs (Light) Frequently
• 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally
• 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally
• Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) Occasionally

MANIPULATION TYPES

• 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)
• 6 (Stoop/squat: ???)
• 7 (Bend Frequently)
• 8 (Reach above shoulder Occasionally)
• 9 (Twisting Occasionally)

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 $39 and $42. This role may also receive overtime compensation and shift differential where applicable. 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.

EOE - Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status

US Foods, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

US Foods may collect personal information from you in connection with the application process.

US Foods complies with the California Privacy Rights Act of 2020, and its policy may be found here.

Know Your Rights Pay Transparency policy statement is available here US Foods is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process or to perform essential job functions, please contact our US Foods Application Accommodation Line at 866-960-5886.

A member of our HR department will return your call within two business days.

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Visit www.usfoods.com to learn more.

US Foods is headquartered in Rosemont, Ill., and generates more than $28 billion in annual revenue.

With 28,000 employees and more than 70 locations, US Foods provides its customers with a broad and innovative food offering and a comprehensive suite of e-commerce, technology and business solutions.

US Foods is one of America's great food companies and a leading foodservice distributor, partnering with approximately 300,000 restaurants and foodservice operators to help their businesses succeed.