Refrigeration Mechanic

US FOODS® Mechanics earn clean and safe shop bonuses, uniform allowance, tool allowance, and continuous growth and training opportunities  

We help you make it US FOODS® is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promotion from within, excellent training programs, and a continuous improvement focus.   

US FOODS® has a lot to offer:    

• US FOODS® is the company built on YOU Matter, where your hard work is rewarded   

• We are committed to compensation and benefits that respect and reward our employees for their dedication and hard work   

• Paid Training AND Paid Overtime   

• Service recognition and employee rewards  

• Company with a history of promotion from within and unlimited career growth opportunities w/ ongoing job skills and leadership development training   

• Excellent Leadership   

BENEFITS START DAY ONE: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Plan, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) life insurance and paid parental leave. Check out our Benefits by clicking on the link Health Plan Identifier (benefitspricing.com)   

Main Ingredients of the Job  

Our US FOODS® Mechanics are responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining the Fleet Road equipment, including tractor, trailer, thermo-king, converter dolly, and maintenance vehicles, ensuring compliance with all State and Federal trucking regulations. Mechanics will also be responsible for documenting, completing, and keeping current maintenance logs for all repairs and parts used daily.  The position will be required to perform road rescue as needed. Troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace, and complete all the necessary repairs on diesel equipment (i.e., tractors, trailers, bobtails, reefers, lift gates, etc.)  

Great Mechanics are crucial to the US FOODS® team and one of the important faces of our organization. Our Mechanics strive for integrity and reliability while building trusting relationships with team members.  

• Ensure compliance with all State and Federal trucking regulations.  

• Perform preventative maintenance within company standards.  

  • Complete documentation of all repair orders, PM list, and parts accountability.  

  • Willingness and capacity to assume increased responsibility and certifications.  

  • Troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace, and complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (i.e., tractors, trailers, bobtails, reefers, lift gates, etc.).  

  • Handle road service calls: perform road rescue/transport equipment as needed.  

  • Backup to other maintenance shop personnel.  

    

  What you bring to the table  

  Education/Training:  

  • High School Diploma or GED/Required  
  • valid Class-A CDL license DOT certified preferred.
  • Must have (7) years of verifiable hands-on experience as a heavy duty commercial diesel mechanic or reefer mechanic or a combination of both; or (5) years verifiable hands-on experience with either Diesel Mechanic Certification or TK/Carrier Refrigeration Certification or both.
  • 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.

    

  Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:   

  • Ability to comply with EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulations as about the shop and fleet  

  • Ability to read and understand technical and service manuals  

  • Successfully demonstrated independent analytical and problem-solving skills.  

  • 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  

    

  Your efforts as a Mechanic are the foundation that defines US FOODS® success based on our pillars of cultural beliefs, work ethic, collaborative spirit, and service.   

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