Diesel Fleet Mechanic Technician I
About The Position
The Diesel Fleet Mechanic Technician I assists Fleet Technician II and III in maintaining safe, reliable, and cost-efficient vehicles. This is an apprentice-level role focused on learning to conduct preventive maintenance inspections, diagnose and repair vehicle problems, and help prevent roadside breakdowns, reduce vehicle downtime, and improve fleet reliability. Work is performed under the guidance of experienced technicians, a fleet supervisor, or a fleet manager. The position works on fleet vehicles and equipment including tractors, trailers, converter dollies, lift-gates, light-duty vehicles, and other company-owned equipment. It includes learning inspection and repair procedures, documenting work in Sysco computer programs, completing required training, and meeting applicable manufacturer and regulatory standards.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Current and valid driver's license; a CDL is preferred.
- Basic knowledge and skill in vehicle systems and components.
- Basic knowledge and skill in diagnosing and repairing electrical systems on equipment.
- Basic knowledge and skill in welding and cutting using gas, electric, MIG, and TIG methods.
- Basic computer skills and knowledge.
- Must own and provide the tools necessary to perform maintenance inspections, repairs, and diagnostics; Sysco provides diagnostic equipment and major tools.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including frequently lifting and/or moving up to 100 pounds.
- Ability to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call.
Nice To Haves
- Two-year technical-school training in medium- or heavy-duty trucks.
- Annual Inspector Certification knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Brake Inspector Certification knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- ASE certification in automotive or medium/heavy-duty trucks.
- 609 HVAC Certification.
- Working knowledge of computer-based diagnostic software for OEMs and component manufacturers.
Responsibilities
- Learn to perform required inspections and preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment under the guidance of experienced technicians or fleet management.
- Learn to perform annual First Article Inspection/Commercial Vehicle Inspection inspections on fleet vehicles and equipment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
- Learn to conduct preventive maintenance inspections using company methods.
- Learn to perform maintenance repairs to maximize vehicle safety and reliability.
- Learn to perform inspections, scheduled repairs, malfunction repairs, and road-call repairs safely, efficiently, and on time.
- Address driver vehicle inspection report write-ups promptly, efficiently, and correctly under supervision.
- Learn to diagnose malfunctions and repair vehicle systems to manufacturer specifications, including engines, transmissions, clutches, drive-lines, differentials, steering and suspension, fuel and ignition systems, exhaust and regeneration systems, intake systems, electrical systems, brakes, HVAC, and lift-gate systems.
- Follow procedures and document work performed on work orders using the complaint, cause, and correction format.
- Learn and develop efficiency in Sysco computer programs.
- Complete Sysco SIU training modules for safety and other required courses.
Benefits
- Sysco benefits are available; details are provided at SyscoBenefits.com.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
