Diesel Mechanic - Lead

Overview

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE.

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Troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace and complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (i.e., tractors, trailers, bobtails, reefers, lift gates, etc.).

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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.

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base rate for this role is between $42-43/hr.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance.

US Foods is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promoting from within, excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus.

• N/A

• Internal:
  All Fleet Technicians, Drivers, Coordinators and Manager
• External:
  Dealer Service Managers

• Onsite:
  The associate in this role is expected to perform assigned responsibilities inside a US Foods maintenance facility.

• 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.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Brake certification

• Must possess a valid driver s license.

• 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

Reference: 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: FREQUENTLY
• CLIMB/BALANCE: FREQUENTLY
• STOOP/SQUAT: FREQUENTLY
• KNEEL: FREQUENTLY
• BEND: FREQUENTLY
• REACH ABOVE SHOULDER: FREQUENTLY
• TWIST: FREQUENTLY
• GRASP OBJECTS: FREQUENTLY
• MANIPULATE OBJECTS: FREQUENTLY
• MANUAL DEXTERITY: FREQUENTLY

• EOE– Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status