Diesel Fleet Mechanic

US Foods•Town of Clifton Park, NY

1d•$30 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Community of Food People! Join Our Community of Food People! COME WORK FOR US FOODS®! Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the foodservice industry? We help YOU make it! US Foods is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promoting from within, excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus. STARTING PAY: $33+ / hour based on certifications and experience. Top Dollar for certs, experience and CDL SCHEDULE: Sunday - Thursday Evenings 4:00 PM - 12:30 AM Excellent Benefits starting DAY ONE! Including: Weekly Paychecks! $5,000 Retention bonus! $250 Quarterly tool allowance, that's $1,000 extra per year! Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for Family Coverage. Paid vacation time, sick, and personal time. Employee uniforms provided, INCLUDING BOOTS REPLACED YEARLY! Employee referral program. $1,000 per referral 401K with FANTASTIC company match! Strong Safety Culture, newer equipment, and excellent local leadership and great place to work! GENERAL PURPOSE To provide a safe and reliable fleet by performing preventative maintenance and proper repairs on all fleet equipment.

Requirements

Must have 3 years of verifiable hands-on experience as a heavy-duty commercial diesel mechanic.
Diagnostic and troubleshooting competency relating to equipment repairs.
Successfully demonstrated independent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Prior experience in administering appropriate PM program.
Must furnish own personal hand tools.
Able to read and write legibly (e.g., to attend trainings, hold conversations, receive safety and job-related coaching, and enter information on reports if needed); basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, divide).
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Must possess a valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Valid Class-A CDL license and DOT certification PREFERRED
Experience using fleet maintenance software PREFERRED
Welding ability PREFERRED

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace and complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (i.e., tractors, trailers, bobtails, lift gates, etc.).
Perform preventative maintenance within DOT standards.
Receive road calls, assign third party vendor, and work with business partners on plan of action.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with workplace safety rules/regulations and government guidelines.
Utilize fleet maintenance software system tablet to fully document equipment repair and parts used.
Backup to other maintenance shop personnel.
Willingness and capacity to assume increased responsibility and certificates.
Other duties as assigned by manager.