Diesel Fleet Mechanic Technician III

Sysco•Sacramento, CA

6d•$32 - $48

About The Position

Provide safe, reliable, and cost-efficient fleet vehicles by performing preventive maintenance inspections and repairs, diagnosing vehicle problems, and completing repairs to reduce roadside breakdowns and vehicle downtime and improve fleet reliability. The role maintains and repairs fleet vehicles and equipment, including tractors, trailers, converter dollies, refrigeration units, lift-gates, light-duty vehicles, and other company-owned equipment. Work includes inspections required by applicable laws and regulations, addressing Driver Vehicle Inspection Report write-ups, electrical repairs, refrigeration work, and welding projects. The technician documents work performed and mentors Fleet Technician I and II employees. Moderate supervisory duties may be performed when a Fleet Manager or Fleet Supervisor is unavailable. The role frequently involves outdoor work and non-traditional hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call work. Occasional travel to other operating companies or the corporate office may be required. The employee may work around moving mechanical parts, in confined spaces, and in varied weather conditions, and may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, or high places. The technician supplies their own tools; Sysco provides diagnostic equipment and major tools.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current and valid driver's license; CDL preferred but not required.
Medium/heavy-duty truck technical training.
Either a two-year school program and four years of experience, or five years of experience in fleet maintenance and repair.
Expert knowledge of vehicle systems and components, electrical-system diagnosis and repair, refrigeration-system diagnosis and repair, and preventive maintenance inspections and repair.
Proficiency in electrical meter testing; knowledge of controls and low-voltage DC systems and DC motors.
Moderate knowledge and skill in welding and cutting, including gas, electric, MIG, and TIG.
Moderate computer skills and knowledge; working knowledge of computer-based diagnostic software for OEMs and component manufacturers.
Expert knowledge of DOT (FMCSA) regulations; moderate knowledge of OSHA safety and environmental regulations.
Must provide the tools needed for maintenance, repair, and diagnostics; Sysco provides diagnostic equipment and major tools.
Ability to operate equipment and perform repair work requiring hand and finger dexterity, use of tools, and repetitive motions.
Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, reach, push/pull, grasp tools, and lift or carry items; may frequently lift or move up to 100 pounds.
Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

CDL.
Annual Inspector Certification.
Brake Inspector Certification.
ASE certifications and automotive or medium/heavy-duty truck certifications.
EPA Section 608 (Core and Type II) and Section 609 HVAC and Refrigeration Certification.

Responsibilities

Perform required vehicle and equipment inspections and preventive maintenance within planned time tolerances.
Perform annual FAI/CVI inspections on fleet vehicles and equipment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
Perform preventive maintenance inspections on tractors, trailers, converter dollies, refrigeration units, lift-gates, light-duty vehicles, and other company-owned equipment.
Perform maintenance repairs to maximize safety and reliability across the fleet.
Perform preventive maintenance, diagnosis, and repair on refrigeration units.
Address Driver Vehicle Inspection Report write-ups promptly and efficiently.
Diagnose malfunctions and repair vehicle systems to manufacturer specifications, including engines, transmissions, clutches, driveline, differential, steering and suspension, fuel and ignition, exhaust and regeneration, intake, electrical, brakes, HVAC, and lift-gate hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
Follow work procedures and document work performed on work orders.
Mentor, teach, and share expertise with Fleet Technician I and II employees.
May perform moderate supervisory duties when Fleet Manager or Fleet Supervisors are unavailable.
Perform electrical repairs and welding projects as needed.