Fleet Mechanic

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Vista
Posted on: September 18, 2023

Job Description:

Join Our Community of Food People!BASIC PURPOSE Mechanic will be responsible for the troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of the Fleet road equipment including tractor, trailer, thermo-king, converter dolly and maintenance vehicles. Ensure compliance with all State and Federal trucking regulations. Mechanics will also be responsible for the documentation, completion, and to keep current the maintenance logs for all repairs and parts used daily. The position will be required to perform road rescue as needed.Our Fleet Mechanic start at $34.00 an hour, with additional scale for experience and/or certifications! Also, US FOODS-- our Fleet Mechanic clean and safe shop bonuses, uniform allowance, tool allowance, and continuous growth and training opportunities!We help you make it! US FOODS-- is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promotion from within, excellent training programs, and a continuous improvement focus. US FOODS-- has a lot to offer: --- US FOODS-- is the company built on YOU Matter, where your hard work is rewarded o We are committed to compensation, and benefits that respect, and reward our employees for their dedication and hard work o Paid Training AND Paid Overtime --- Service recognition and employee rewards--- Company with a history of promotion from within and unlimited career growth opportunities w/ ongoing job skills and leadership development training --- Excellent Leadership BENEFITS START DAY ONE: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) life insurance and paid parental leave.Main Ingredients of the Job!Our US FOODS-- Fleet Mechanics are responsible for the troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of the Fleet Road equipment including tractor, trailer, thermo-king, converter dolly, and maintenance vehicles. Ensuring compliance with all State and Federal trucking regulations. Mechanics will also be responsible for the documentation, completion, and keeping of current maintenance logs for all repairs and parts used daily. The position will be required to perform road rescue as needed.Troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace, and complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (i.e., tractors, trailers, bobtails, reefers, lift gates, etc.)Schedule:Great Fleet Mechanics are crucial to the US FOODS-- team and one of the important faces of our organization.Our Mechanics strive for integrity and reliability, while building trusting relationships with team members.--- Ensure compliance with all State and Federal trucking regulations.--- Perform preventative maintenance within company standards.--- Complete documentation of all repair orders, PM list and parts accountability.--- Willingness and capacity to assume increased responsibility and certifications.--- Troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace, and complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (i.e., tractors, trailers, bobtails, reefers, lift gates, etc.).--- Handle road service calls: perform road rescue/transport equipment as needed.--- Backup to other maintenance shop personnel.What you bring to the tableEducation/Training:--- High school diploma or equivalent required.Related Experience/Requirements:--- A valid Class-A CDL license and DOT certification are preferred.--- Must have (3) years of verifiable hands-on experience as a heavy-duty commercial diesel mechanic or reefer mechanic or a combination of both; or (2) years of verifiable handson experience with either Diesel Mechanic Certification or TK/Carrier Refrigeration Certification or both.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: --- Must furnish own personal hand tools--- Ability to comply with EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) and OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) regulations as pertaining to the shop and fleet--- Ability to read and understand technical and service manuals--- Successfully demonstrated independent analytical and problem-solving skills.--- Excellent communication skills; able to communicate with co-workers and drivers with demonstrated teamwork skills--- Ability to manage multiple functions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervisionYour efforts as a Fleet Mechanic are the foundation that defines US FOODS-- success based on our pillars of cultural beliefs, work ethic, collaborative spirit, and service.BECOME A US FOODS-- TEAM MEMBER!Stay updated by following US Foods on any of our social media platforms at the bottom of the page***EOE Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***

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