Diesel Technician 2nd Shift

Gordon Food Service•Lithia Springs, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Gordon Food Service is hiring an Apprentice or Skilled Fleet/Diesel Technician to maintain and repair its private fleet of heavy-duty tractors, trailers, and refrigeration units. The fleet shops service more than 3,000 tractors and trailers across the United States. Skilled technicians work with less supervision on typical diagnostics and repairs; their work may be reviewed or inspected by a supervisor or mentoring Master technician. Extensive onboarding and ongoing training are offered. Technicians are paid hourly rather than by flat rate, and the company provides lifts, a clean and organized parts room, and heavier specialty tools; technicians bring basic tools. This position is based at 1500 N. River Road, Lithia Springs, Georgia, and works second shift four days per week. Compensation is experience-based, with rates listed from $22.16 to $28.45 per hour, plus a $1.50 per hour incentive, a $1.00 per hour second- or third-shift differential, and a $0.65 per hour CDL A bonus. The posting also states earnings up to $31.60 per hour. Additional allowances and bonuses include an annual $1,000 tool allowance, a $150 boot allowance, and a quarterly safety bonus.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Have a valid, unrestricted state-issued driver's license.
Be able to communicate in English in writing, speaking, and reading.
Be able to lift up to 100 pounds.
For the Skilled level: properly inspect frames, pintle boxes, and side rails; identify major components; use Fleet Focus; perform GFS preventive maintenance inspections; diagnose and repair components such as starters, alternators, and batteries; diagnose and repair lighting issues; complete the first half of Volvo Online Training (modules C and D); weld steel; and diagnose and repair brake systems, including explaining the service and emergency sides.
Basic mechanical knowledge for the Apprentice level.

Nice To Haves

Diesel tractor-trailer experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Inspect, maintain, and repair diesel and gas engines, refrigeration units, and systems and components of heavy-duty tractors and trailers.
Perform and interpret diagnostic tests to identify equipment malfunctions.
Perform daily inspections and preventive maintenance, and follow up on driver write-ups by making necessary repairs.
Perform general cutting and welding as needed.
Make road calls to repair equipment as necessary.
Assist with repairs to shop equipment, including garage doors and power tools.
Determine whether rolling stock is safe to operate or needs service.
Complete reports accurately and promptly, and communicate assignment status to management.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Operate equipment safely and efficiently.
Drive vehicles and move equipment in and around the shop.
Transport technicians to or from vendors when equipment needs additional service.
Drive a company vehicle to another garage or meet another fleet technician for parts when required.
Follow all safety protocols.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Affordable benefits plans starting on day one.
Weekly pay.
Wellness reimbursement.
Profit sharing and 401(k) with company match.
Emergency child and elder care.
Annual $1,000 tool allowance.
$150 boot allowance.
Quarterly safety bonus.
Shift differential for second and third shifts.
CDL A hourly bonus.
Extensive onboarding and continuous training.
Lifts, a clean and organized parts room, and heavier specialty tools provided.
Professional development and opportunities for advancement; the posting states 95% of leadership is hired from within.