Garage Mechanic - Nights

Ben E. Keith Company•Fort Worth, TX

15h•Onsite

About The Position

At Ben E. Keith Company, our legacy is strong—and our future is even stronger. For more than a century, we’ve been leaders in fine food and premium beverage distribution, known for delivering excellence and building lasting partnerships. Today, our Food Division spans multiple states, and our Beverage Division brings top beverage brands to communities across Texas. But what truly sets us apart is our commitment to people. We invest in our employees, empower growth, and create opportunities to make an impact—because when our people succeed, so do our customers and our business. Since 1906, that’s been our promise.

Requirements

Must provide your own tools.
Driver's License required.
3yrs of Diesel Mechanic experience/and or training required.
High school diploma or GED; 2 yrs or more related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Experience/training with Thermo King or Carrier refrigeration not required but preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform duties by following the Company’s safety standards.
Install and repair industrial and commercial refrigerating systems.
Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, lathes, welding equipment, drill press and jacks and hoists.
Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition.
Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
Adjust and reline brakes, align wheels, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment.
Raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
Test drive trucks and buses to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly.
Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges.
Immediately communicate problems with Supervisor by phone
Obey traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
Other responsibilities may be assigned by the manager.