Truck Technician

McKee Foods; Arkansas; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the bakery industry is seeking a Truck Technician for their Fleet Maintenance team. The role involves maintaining and repairing heavy-duty trucks and trailers, with required qualifications including prior experience and specific certifications. Join a supportive workplace emphasizing health, job security, and profit-sharing, along with competitive hourly pay and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Profit sharing

401(k) with matching contributions

Paid Time Off

Medical insurance (health, dental, vision)

Fully-paid parental leave

Health Center and Pharmacy

Wellness programs

Short-term and long-term disability (company-paid)

Qualifications

• 6-12 months experience in a garage environment or vocational school.
• Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and blueprints.
• Own tools for general truck and trailer repairs.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair Class 8 trucks, trailers, and various fleet vehicles.
• Perform tire and wheel breakdown, balancing, and alignment.
• Conduct adjustments and repairs to brakes, clutches, transmissions, and differentials.

Skills

Decision-making

Perception

Judgment

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Vocational school training or equivalent experience

ASE Medium/Heavy Duty certifications

EPA air conditioning certification

Job description

time left to apply End Date: July 9, 2025 (24 days left to apply)

job requisition id R0031589

Join America’s favorite family bakery since 1934—home of Little Debbie, Drake’s Cakes, and Sunbelt Bakery Granola Bars. Work with legacy brands that bring smiles to faces nationwide, including yours. You’ll experience a culture committed to work-life balance, guaranteed time off, and supportive health and wellness offerings. Enjoy profit sharing, long-term job security, and a range of exciting career paths. When you join McKee Foods, you’ll discover a better way to live and work.

Pay

$24.92-$41.59 / hour, depending on experience and qualifications
Plus $2.hr shift premium for 3rd shift hours

Schedule

3rd Shift Alternating Weeks

8:00pm-6:30am Monday-Thursday

Onsite

Location

555 McKee Drive, Gentry AR 72734

Job Summary

McKee Foods is seeking a Truck Technician to join our Fleet Maintenance team. This role involves the repair and maintenance of heavy-duty trucks, trailers, yard tractors, cars, pickups, vans, and truck garage equipment.

• Diagnose and repair Class 8 trucks, trailers, and various fleet vehicles
• Perform tire and wheel breakdown, build-up, balancing, and alignment
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, fuel systems, and lubrication systems
• Conduct adjustments and repairs to brakes (air and ABS), clutches, transmissions, differentials, suspensions, and steering systems
• Execute trailer repairs and preventative maintenance as needed
• Maintain documentation and follow company processes for vehicle maintenance.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 6-12 months in a garage environment or vocational school
• Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and blueprints
• Strong decision-making, perception, and judgment skills
• Good verbal and written communication; teamwork-oriented
• Own tools for general truck and trailer repairs
• Able to lift 50+ pounds regularly
• Willingness to obtain a McKee Foods LTO license within 90 days
• Must acquire ASE Medium/Heavy Duty certifications within one year
• EPA air conditioning certification required within 30 days of employment
• Flexibility for overtime, shift changes, and travel for training

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience: 2+ years in heavy-duty truck and trailer maintenance or a Diesel and Truck Technology diploma
• Basic computer skills
• Certified welder
• Class A CDL is a plus (may be required based on business needs)
• Competitive weekly pay
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Paid Time Off (for vacation, holidays, sick time, personal time, etc.)
• Medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan
• Supplemental plans, including life insurance
• Fully-paid parental leave
• Health Center and Pharmacy
• Credit Union
• Exercise and recreation facility
• Wellness programs with incentives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short-term and long-term disability (company-paid)