3rd Shift Diesel Mechanic Technician

PFG | Performance Good Group

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Performance Foodservice is hiring a Diesel Mechanic Technician to perform preventative maintenance and repairs on medium- to heavy-duty trucks, trailers, refrigeration units, and converter dollies. The technician works with minimal supervision, ensures compliance with state and federal trucking regulations, maintains complete and current work-order documentation, and communicates professionally with coworkers. The role also requires providing road-call services as needed.

The position is based at 5401 East 1st Street in Fort Worth, Texas. The schedule is 3rd shift, 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., Sunday through Thursday. Pay is $29.00 per hour, based on experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• At least 2 years of proven medium- to heavy-duty vehicle repair experience, including preventative maintenance, tire and wheel work, air and air-disc brakes, diagnostics, computerized diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, electronic component repair, and A/C refrigeration.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or two-year technical, vocational, or trade-school diploma.
• At least 3 years of proven medium- to heavy-duty vehicle repair experience, including preventative maintenance, tire and wheel work, air and air-disc brakes, diagnostics, computerized diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, electronic component repair, and A/C refrigeration.
• Certifications in tire and wheel, brakes, A/C and/or EPA, DOT inspections, transmissions, engines, or ASE Heavy Duty.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, minor repairs, inspections, and standard component repairs on fleet diesel equipment, including tractors, trailers, and refrigeration units.
• Identify root causes of basic equipment failures or conditions and perform repairs as required.
• Ensure equipment has required licensing and registration before it is considered roadworthy.
• Document repairs and preventative maintenance thoroughly in the online Enterprise Asset Management system, and keep work orders current.
• Install, replace, and repair onboard computers.
• Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other components, replacing parts as needed.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
• Use hand tools, precision instruments, pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, jacks, and hoists to complete maintenance and repairs.
• Provide road-call services as needed.
• Communicate professionally with coworkers and answer questions accurately and promptly.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401K Employer Matching
• Education Assistance
• Paid Time Off
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Growth opportunities
• Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED