Heavy Duty Diesel Fleet Mechanic Specialist

6 days ago


Oak Park Heights, Minnesota, United States Performance Foodservice Full time
Fleet Maintenance Expertise at Performance Foodservice

The Heavy Duty Diesel Fleet Mechanic Specialist plays a vital role in maintaining and repairing the company's fleet of diesel vehicles to ensure safe operations and compliance with industry standards. This critical position involves preventative maintenance, diagnosing complex issues, performing repairs, and documenting work efficiently. Candidates must possess a high school diploma and have 3-5 years of relevant experience in medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair.

Compensation Package:

$25.00 per hour or more depending on experience.

Work Schedule and Benefits:

  • 4 day work week; 10 hour shifts Tuesday-Friday
  • Benefits Day 1 of Employment Free Uniforms and Boot Allowance

We Deliver Excellence:

  • 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

Job Purpose and Responsibilities:

We value the safety of our associates. The Heavy Duty Diesel Fleet Mechanic Specialist 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.

Key Responsibilities:

  • 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.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent 3 - 5 years 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.

About Performance Foodservice:

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.

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