Diesel Technician

Gordon Food Service•Imperial, PA

About The Position

Gordon Food Service is hiring a Fleet Technician to repair and maintain heavy tractors, trailers, refrigeration units, and converter dolly units in its private, company-owned fleet. Fleet technicians may be hired at the Apprentice or Skilled level. Apprentice technicians are beginning a career in heavy vehicle maintenance and repair and need direct supervision and training for basic diagnosis and repairs. Skilled technicians need less supervision for typical GFS diagnoses and repairs, which may be reviewed or inspected by a supervisor or mentoring Master technician. The company expects Apprentice technicians to progress to Skilled and Skilled technicians to progress to Certified; there is no requirement to advance beyond Certified. The position is based in one of Gordon Food Service’s fleet shops. The posting does not provide a specific location or work schedule. The role involves inspecting, maintaining, and repairing diesel and gas engines, refrigeration units, and related systems and components on heavy-duty tractors and trailers. Technicians conduct diagnostic testing, daily inspections, and preventative maintenance; respond to driver repair write-ups and road calls; and help maintain shop equipment and a clean, safe work environment. The role may also require driving company vehicles, moving equipment around the shop, and transporting technicians or meeting them at vendors or other garages. Gordon Food Service describes its fleet as operating across 11 U.S. shops and maintaining more than 3,000 tractors and trailers. The posting lists benefits including affordable benefits plans starting on day one, weekly pay, wellness reimbursement, profit sharing, a 401(k) with company match, and emergency child and elder care. It also notes that 95% of leadership is hired from within the company.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent is required at all levels.
At the Apprentice level, basic mechanical knowledge is required.
At the Skilled level, graduate from an accredited Heavy Truck/Diesel Technology school or one year of applicable diesel repair experience is required.
At the Skilled level, be able to inspect frames, pintle boxes, and side rails; identify major components; and use Fleet Focus competently.
At the Skilled level, be able to perform GFS preventative maintenance inspections and diagnose and repair components such as starters, alternators, and batteries.
At the Skilled level, be able to diagnose and repair lighting issues and brake systems, including explaining the service and emergency sides of a brake system.
At the Skilled level, have completed the first half of Volvo Online Training (modules C and D), be able to weld steel, and have completed emissions component training.
At the Skilled level, qualify for brake and annual inspection certification through one year of experience or attendance at a certified PM program.
Ability to operate powered industrial vehicles and use various power and hand tools.
Ability to use a desktop or laptop computer, networked printer/copier/facsimile machine, telephone and voicemail, and Google Apps.

Nice To Haves

Diesel college or trade school degree in progress for Apprentice-level candidates.
Holland Fifth Wheel Training certificate.
Stemco Wheel End Training certificate.
Michelin Tire Training certificate.
608/609 A/C Certification.
Underground Storage Tank (UST) Class C Operator certificate.
Hoist Operation certificate.

Responsibilities

Inspect, maintain, and repair diesel engines, gas engines, refrigeration units, and systems and components related to heavy-duty tractors, trailers, and refrigeration units.
Perform and interpret diagnostic tests to determine malfunctions across equipment types.
Perform daily equipment inspections and preventative maintenance, and follow up on drivers’ write-ups to make necessary repairs.
Perform general cutting and welding as necessary.
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, out of, and around the shop.
Deliver or pick up technicians at vendors when equipment needs additional service.
Drive a company vehicle to another garage or meet another fleet technician for parts when required.
Follow safety protocols.
Perform other duties as assigned.