Diesel Fleet Mechanic Technician III

Sysco•Sysco Central Alabama, AL

About The Position

The Diesel Fleet Mechanic Technician III provides safe, reliable, and cost-efficient vehicles by performing preventive maintenance inspections, repairs, expert diagnosis, and repair work. The role aims to prevent on-road breakdowns, reduce vehicle downtime, and improve overall fleet reliability. The technician works on tractors, trailers, converter dollies, refrigeration units, lift-gates, light-duty vehicles, and other company-owned equipment, including diagnosing and repairing vehicle, electrical, and refrigeration systems. The position may involve moderate supervisory duties when the Fleet Manager or Fleet Supervisors are unavailable. The Technician III also mentors and trains Fleet Technician I and II colleagues. The role requires providing the tools needed for maintenance, repair, and diagnostics; Sysco provides diagnostic equipment and major tools. Work is frequently outdoors and may involve non-traditional hours, on-call work, and occasional travel to other operating companies or the corporate office.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current and valid driver's license; CDL preferred but not required.
Medium/heavy-duty truck technical training and either two-year schooling plus four years of experience, or five years of fleet maintenance and repair experience.
Expert knowledge of vehicle systems and components, electrical system diagnosis and repair, refrigeration system diagnosis and repair, preventive maintenance inspections, and repairs.
Moderate knowledge and skill in welding and cutting, including gas, electric, MIG, and TIG.
Moderate computer skills and knowledge.
Expert knowledge of DOT (FMCSA) regulations.
Moderate knowledge of OSHA safety and environmental regulations.
Working knowledge of computer-based diagnostic software for OEMs and component manufacturers.
Must provide tools needed to perform maintenance, repair, and diagnostics; Sysco provides diagnostic equipment and major tools.
Ability to operate various pieces of equipment and perform tasks involving standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching, pushing and pulling, lifting and carrying, grasping tools, and repetitive hand-tool use.
Excellent hand and finger dexterity for using wrenches, hand tools, and other shop equipment.
Vision abilities including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Perform inspections and preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment within planned time tolerances to maximize fleet safety, reliability, and cost efficiency.
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 on fleet vehicles and equipment to maximize safety and reliability.
Perform preventive maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of refrigeration units.
Address Driver Vehicle Inspection Report write-ups promptly and efficiently.
Diagnose malfunctions and perform repairs to manufacturer specifications, including work on engines, transmissions, clutches, driveline, differential, steering and suspension, fuel and ignition systems, exhaust and regeneration systems, intake systems, electrical systems, brakes, HVAC, and lift-gate hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
Follow procedures and document all work performed on work orders.
Mentor, teach, and share expertise with Fleet Technician I and II colleagues to support their development.
May perform moderate supervisory duties when the Fleet Manager or Fleet Supervisors are unavailable.
Perform electrical meter testing and work with low-voltage DC controls and electric motors.
Complete electrical repairs and welding projects as needed.