Sr Diesel Mechanic

Job description

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! BASIC PURPOSE To provide a safe and reliable fleet by performing preventative maintenance and proper repairs on all fleet equipment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Independently troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace, and complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (i.e., tractors, trailers, bobtails, reefers, lift gates, etc.). Perform preventative maintenance within DOT standards. Mentor other maintenance shop personnel. Receive road calls, assign third party vendor, and work with business partners to triage appropriate plan of action including equipment swaps etc. Utilize fleet maintenance software system tablet to fully document equipment repair and parts used. Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with workplace safety rules and regulations and government guidelines. Other duties as assigned by manager. SUPERVISION : N/A RELATIONSHIPS Internal: All Fleet Technicians, Drivers, Coordinators and Manager External: Dealer Service Managers WORK ENVIRONMENT Onsite : The associate in this role is expected to perform assigned responsibilities inside a US Foods maintenance facility. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Must have 5 years of verifiable hands-on experience as a heavy-duty commercial diesel mechanic. Diagnostic and troubleshooting ability using fleet maintenance software. Successfully demonstrated independent analytical and problem-solving skills. Must furnish own personal hand tools. Ability to comply with EPA and OSHA regulations pertaining to the shop and fleet. Ability to read and understand technical and service manuals. 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 supervision. Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs. Computer and software experience. EDUCATION High school diploma or equivalent required. CERTIFICATIONS/TRAINING Brake certification LICENSES Must possess a valid driver's license. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS JPRO software experience. Welding ability Knowledge with electrical schematics Basic Microsoft Excel and Word skills. Leadership experience or qualifications Valid Class A CDL license and DOT certification EPA 608 (Type 2 or Universal) certification PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVER JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO: FREQUENCY: STAND: CONTINUOUSLY WALK: CONTINUOUSLY DRIVE VEHICLE: FREQUENTLY SIT: FREQUENTLY LIFT 1-10 lbs (Sedentary): FREQUENTLY 11-20 lbs (Light): FREQUENTLY 21-50 lbs (Medium): FREQUENTLY 51-100 lbs (Heavy): FREQUENTLY Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): OCCASIONALLY CARRY 1-10 lbs (Sedentary): FREQUENTLY 11-20 lbs (Light): FREQUENTLY 21-50 lbs (Medium): FREQUENTLY 51-100 lbs (Heavy): FREQUENTLY Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): FREQUENTLY PUSH/PULL 1: FREQUENTLY CLIMB/BALANCE 2: FREQUENTLY STOOP/SQUAT: FREQUENTLY KNEEL: FREQUENTLY BEND: FREQUENTLY REACH ABOVE SHOULDER: FREQUENTLY TWIST: FREQUENTLY GRASP OBJECTS 3: FREQUENTLY MANIPULATE OBJECTS 4: FREQUENTLY MANUAL DEXTERITY 5: FREQUENTLY 1 (Push/Pull: Hand truck, gate, straps, metal ramp, truck door, dolly, boxes, truck gear shift) 2 (Climb/Balance: In/Out Truck/Trailer to cab. On/Off ramp to ground level and side doorsteps and Platform of trailer. Stairs) 3 (Grasp Objects: Hand truck, boxes, cartons, steering wheel) 4 (Manipulate Objects: Boxes, dolly, metal truck ramp, hand truck, paperwork, truck gate, straps) 5 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as copiers, printers) ***EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/ Age/Genetic Information /Protected Veteran/Disability Status***