Lead Diesel Technician

1 week ago

Suffolk, United States Performance Foodservice Full time
Lead Diesel Technician at Performance Foodservice summary:

The Lead Diesel Technician is an experienced professional responsible for performing major and minor repairs on fleet diesel equipment, ensuring optimal operational conditions. This role includes preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and mentoring of junior technicians in a safe and inclusive environment with ample benefits and growth opportunities. With 5-7 years of practical experience, the Lead Diesel Technician plays a vital role in supporting the efficiency of essential services in America’s food distribution system.

Job Description:

Position Details:
  • Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • $30.00 per hour or more depending on experience
  • Benefits Day 1 of Employment, Free Uniforms and Safety 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 Summary:

The Lead Diesel Technician is a respected, experienced master technician. Sets an example and informally mentors others while learning under the manager. Trusted to work independently while doing major and minor repairs, performing road tests to diagnose problems, and completing maintenance tasks.
 

Position Responsibilities:
  • Complete preventative maintenance and standard component inspections/ repairs of fleet diesel equipment.
  • Using PFG tools and technologies to log, research, and complete repairs, including basic vehicle diagnostics.
  • Identifies root cause of basic failures/conditions and perform repairs as required.
  • Complete and perform quality maintenance on minor repairs of fleet diesel equipment (tractors, trailers, refrigeration units.)
  • Complete thorough documentation for work orders of repairs and preventative maintenance through the online Enterprise Asset Management system.
  • Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition.
  • Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery. Adjust and replace brakes, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualification:

High School Diploma / GED or Equivalent Experience.

5-7 years of practical experience with truck and tractor-trailer maintenance

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 technician, fleet maintenance, vehicle diagnostics, preventative maintenance, truck repair, mechanics, automotive repair, safety inspections, road tests, equipment maintenance

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