Diesel Fleet Mechanic Technician III

Sysco•Houston, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Diesel Fleet Mechanic Technician III provides safe, reliable, and cost-efficient vehicles by performing preventive maintenance inspections, repairs, expert diagnostics, and other maintenance work. The role focuses on preventing roadside breakdowns, reducing vehicle downtime, and improving fleet reliability. It also includes mentoring Fleet Technician I and II employees and may involve moderate supervisory duties when Fleet Managers or Supervisors are unavailable. The position is based with Sysco Houston in ZIP code 77038. Pay is up to $33.02 per hour based on experience, and a second shift is available. The position is full-time and may involve evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call work. The technician provides their own tools; Sysco provides diagnostic equipment and major tools. Work frequently takes place outdoors, with occasional exposure to varied weather, mechanical hazards, fumes, high places, and confined spaces.

Requirements

Medium/heavy-duty truck technical training from a two-year school and four years of experience, or five years of fleet maintenance and repair experience.
High school diploma or GED.
Current and valid driver's license; CDL preferred but not required.
Knowledge and skills associated with annual inspector certification.
Knowledge and skills associated with brake inspector certification.
EPA Section 608 (Core and Type II) and Section 609 HVAC refrigeration certifications.
Working knowledge of computer-based diagnostic software for OEMs and component manufacturers.
Provide personal tools necessary for maintenance, repair, and diagnostics; Sysco provides diagnostic equipment and major tools.
Expert knowledge of vehicle systems and components, electrical system diagnosis and repair, refrigeration system diagnosis and repair, preventive maintenance inspections and repair, and DOT (FMCSA) regulations.
Moderate knowledge and skill in welding and cutting, including gas, electric, MIG, and TIG.
Moderate computer skills and knowledge.
Moderate knowledge of OSHA safety and environmental regulations.
Ability to use electrical meters; knowledge of low-voltage DC controls and DC electric motors.
Ability to operate various pieces of equipment and perform physical tasks including standing, walking, climbing, balancing, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying, grasping tools, and repetitive hand-tool motions.
Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
Vision abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.

Nice To Haves

ASE certifications in automotive or medium/heavy-duty trucks.
CDL.

Responsibilities

Perform inspections and preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment within planned time tolerances.
Perform annual FAI/CVI inspections on fleet vehicles and company-owned equipment in accordance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
Conduct preventive maintenance inspections on tractors, trailers, converter dollies, refrigeration units, lift-gates, light-duty vehicles, and other company-owned equipment.
Repair fleet vehicles and equipment to maximize safety and reliability.
Perform preventive maintenance, diagnosis, and repairs 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, suspension, fuel and ignition, exhaust, intake, electrical, brakes, HVAC, and lift-gate systems.
Document work performed on work orders and follow required procedures.
Mentor, teach, and share expertise with Fleet Technician I and II employees.
May perform moderate supervisory duties when Fleet Managers or Fleet Supervisors are unavailable.
Perform electrical repairs and welding projects as needed.