Diesel Fleet Mechanic Technician III

Sysco•Olathe, KS

4d•$29 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

The Diesel Fleet Mechanic Technician III provides safe, reliable, and cost-efficient vehicles by conducting preventive maintenance inspections, repairs, expert diagnostics, and repairs to reduce road breakdowns and vehicle downtime and improve fleet reliability. The role services fleet vehicles and equipment, including tractors, trailers, converter dollies, refrigeration units, lift-gates, light-duty vehicles, and other company-owned equipment. The technician documents work performed, addresses Driver Vehicle Inspection Report write-ups, and mentors Fleet Technician I and II employees. The position may include moderate supervisory duties when the Fleet Manager or Fleet Supervisors are unavailable. The technician must supply their own tools; Sysco supplies diagnostic equipment and major tools. Work is frequently outdoors and may involve 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 based on business needs.

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 a two-year school program plus four years of experience, or five years of fleet maintenance and repair experience.
Annual Inspector Certification knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Brake Inspector Certification knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Expert knowledge and skill in vehicle systems and components, electrical system diagnosis and repair, refrigeration system diagnosis and repair, and preventive maintenance inspections and repair.
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.
Ability to provide the tools needed for maintenance, repair, and diagnostics; Sysco provides diagnostic equipment and major tools.
Ability to perform the physical activities described, including lifting and moving up to 100 pounds, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, crawling, and repetitive use of hand tools.
Ability to operate various pieces of equipment.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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