Tech B Diesel Mechanic

Performance Foodservice; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food distribution is seeking a Tech B Diesel Mechanic in Springfield, MA. This role involves maintaining and repairing the company’s fleet diesel equipment, with a focus on safety and compliance. With a competitive pay structure and excellent benefits starting day one, this position is ideal for skilled technicians aiming to further their careers in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Tool Allowance

Quarterly Safety Incentive

Free Uniforms and Boot Allowance

Health & Wellness Benefits Day 1

401K Employer Matching

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years experience of proven medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair.
• Experience in computerized diagnostics and refrigeration.

Responsibilities

• Performing preventative maintenance of diesel equipment.
• Completing thorough documentation for repairs and maintenance.
• Inspecting brake systems and performing routine maintenance.

Skills

Diagnosing

Preventive Maintenance

Electrical Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma/GED or State Approved Equivalent

Job description

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• $26.00 per hour up to $35.00 per hour depending on experience - $2,500 Sign On Bonus
• 4 Day Work Week! (Sunday – Tuesday 5:30pm – 5:30am and Wednesday 5:30pm-11:30pm)
• Benefits Day 1 of Employment, Tool Allowance, Quarterly Safety Incentive, Free Uniforms and Boot Allowance
  
  

Job Description

Position Details:

• $26.00 per hour up to $35.00 per hour depending on experience - $2,500 Sign On Bonus
• 4 Day Work Week! (Sunday – Tuesday 5:30pm – 5:30am and Wednesday 5:30pm-11:30pm)
• Benefits Day 1 of Employment, Tool Allowance, Quarterly Safety Incentive, Free Uniforms and Boot Allowance
  
  

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America’s food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect
  
  

Position Purpose:

We value the safety of our associates! The Diesel Technician - Class B keeps our associates safe by repairing, maintaining, and overhauling all company fleet diesel equipment to ensure a safe operation for associates’ usage and ensure compliance standards are met.

Primary Responsibilities:

The Diesel Technician – Class B performs preventative maintenance of medium to heavy-duty trucks, trailers, reefer units, and convertor dollies under minimal supervision. Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Completes and performs preventative maintenance on minor repairs and standard component inspections/ repairs of fleet diesel equipment (tractors, trailers, refrigeration units). Identifies root cause of basic failures/conditions and performs repairs as required.
• Ensures equipment has required licensing and registration prior to being deemed as “roadworthy”.
• Completes thorough documentation for work orders of repairs and preventative maintenance through the online Enterprise Asset Management system.
• Installs, replaces, and repairs onboard computers.
• Inspects brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition which may require replacement of parts.
• Performs routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating equipment and machinery requiring the use of hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists.
• Trains/provides guidance to other Mechanics.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or State Approved Equivalent
• 3 - 5 years experience of proven medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair including PM's, tire & wheel, air & air disc brakes, diagnosis, computerized diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, electronic component repair and experience in refrigeration.
  
  

Compensation

$26.00 per hour up to $35 per hour depending on experience

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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