FLEET MECHANIC

MEATS BY LINZ INC • Hammond, IN

21d • Onsite

About The Position

Meats by Linz is seeking a skilled and dependable Fleet Mechanic to perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on company trucks, fleet vehicles, and related equipment. The position helps keep vehicles safe and reliable to support daily transportation and distribution operations. The mechanic diagnoses mechanical issues, performs routine maintenance, completes repairs efficiently, and follows company safety standards.

The role operates primarily in a fleet maintenance shop supporting a food distribution and cold-storage business. The environment may include noise, grease, oils, chemicals, moving equipment, and varying temperatures. Employees must follow established safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment.

This is a night-shift position with assigned second-shift responsibilities. The mechanic supports fleet readiness by completing scheduled maintenance and urgent repairs on vehicles returning from daily routes, communicating outstanding repairs and vehicle status to the appropriate supervisor or incoming shift, and prioritizing safety-critical repairs. Physical requirements include standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, reaching, lifting and carrying tools, parts, and equipment, and safely operating maintenance equipment and accessing vehicles for inspection and repair. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a truck mechanic, diesel mechanic, fleet mechanic, or heavy-duty vehicle technician.
• Knowledge of diesel engines, mechanical systems, electrical diagnostics, and preventive maintenance procedures.
• Ability to use diagnostic tools, shop equipment, hand tools, and power tools safely.
• Ability to read and interpret repair manuals, technical instructions, and maintenance documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced distribution environment.
• Reliable attendance and ability to meet the demands of a second-shift schedule.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, and reach for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry tools, parts, and equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to work in a maintenance shop and in varying temperatures and conditions.
• Ability to safely operate maintenance equipment and access vehicles for inspection and repair.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience maintaining commercial trucks or refrigerated delivery vehicles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on company trucks, delivery vehicles, and other fleet equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot engine, transmission, brake, suspension, steering, electrical, and other mechanical issues.
• Inspect vehicles for mechanical defects, safety concerns, and potential equipment failures.
• Perform oil changes, lubrication, filter replacements, fluid checks, tire inspections, and other routine maintenance.
• Repair or replace defective components to minimize vehicle downtime and maintain fleet availability.
• Troubleshoot and repair diesel engines and related systems, as applicable to the fleet.
• Inspect and service air brake systems and other commercial vehicle components.
• Diagnose electrical issues involving wiring, batteries, starters, alternators, lighting, and related systems.
• Assist with maintenance and troubleshooting of refrigeration units on refrigerated trucks, if applicable to assigned equipment.
• Complete maintenance records, repair orders, inspection reports, and parts usage documentation accurately.
• Communicate repair needs, vehicle conditions, potential safety concerns, outstanding repairs, and vehicle status to the appropriate supervisor or incoming shift.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, including proper handling of tools, equipment, and materials.
• Follow company policies, OSHA requirements, environmental regulations, and applicable commercial vehicle safety standards.
• Coordinate with warehouse, transportation, and fleet personnel to prioritize repairs and return vehicles to service promptly.
• Work the assigned second-shift schedule, completing scheduled maintenance and urgent repairs on vehicles returning from daily routes.
• Prioritize safety-critical repairs and help ensure vehicles are ready for their next scheduled use.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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