Diesel Mechanic Technician

1 month ago


Catawba, United States Performance Foodservice Full time
Diesel Mechanic Technician at Performance Foodservice summary:

As a Diesel Mechanic Technician, I am responsible for diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing various vehicles and refrigeration equipment. My role includes performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards in a team-oriented environment. I also communicate effectively with co-workers and handle emergency and non-emergency repairs as needed to support the efficient operation of the company's fleet.

Job Description:

Position Details:
  • Pay:  Up to $22.50 per hour 
  • 2nd shift Mon-Fri 3:30pm-11:30pm OR 3rd Shift Sun-Thursday 11:30pm-7:30am available
  • Benefits Day 1 of Employment, Free Uniforms, Boot Allowance and Meals provided

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 Summary:

Assist in troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, replacing, adjusting and modifying company vehicles, vans, pick-up trucks, tractors, trailers and various types of refrigeration, air conditioning and temperature control equipment, including structural metal repair and painting of tractors and trailers, as well as performing road service and preventative maintenance duties following standard accepted methods, practices and procedures in emergency and non-emergency situations and ensuring all safety and quality standards are met. Communicates and interacts with co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Position Responsibilities:
  • Review work schedule, perform safety check on equipment, obtain supplies required to perform the work and prepare for operations. Work from preventative maintenance schedules, various checklists, manuals, diagrams, specifications, vehicle file and instructions.
  • Assist in performing regular scheduled tractor inspections, complete checklists, troubleshoot and make routine repairs as required. Perform major repair work to tractors and trailers, disassemble, remove, repair or replace defective parts or components of gas or diesel engines, transmissions, steering mechanisms, ignition, electrical and hydraulic systems, air conditioning, refrigeration controls and units, clutches, brakes and mechanical or electrical operating units.
  • Assist in servicing and repairing refrigeration units, repair engines, repair leaks, replace tubing, condensers, thermal controls, and recharge units with approved refrigerant gas.
  • Operate electric arc welding equipment to repair ramps, ladders and tripods, repair or construct new cargo bars.
  • Assist on road service trips, maintain required logs, records, checklists and reports, maintain garage tools, equipment and work area in a clean and orderly manner.
  • Perform other similar or related operations as assigned or directed. At end of shift, secure all equipment, perform general housekeeping duties and complete all required paperwork.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualification:

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

6-12 months interpret data requiring advanced skills knowledge equivalent to
6-12 months training in truck/automotive maintenance; wide variety of drawings, specifications, charts, tables, various types of meters and diagnostic equipment.

Company description


Performance Foodservice, PFG’s broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers — providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

Awards and Accolades

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.
Keywords:

diesel mechanic, vehicle repair, preventative maintenance, refrigeration repair, trailer maintenance, mechanical troubleshooting, welding, automotive technician, road service, teamwork



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