Diesel Mechanic

Diesel Mechanic at US Foods, Inc. summary:

Experienced heavy-duty diesel mechanic position responsible for troubleshooting, rebuilding, and performing preventative maintenance on commercial diesel equipment (tractors, trailers, bobtails, lift gates). Role requires using fleet maintenance software, responding to road calls, maintaining DOT-compliant PM programs, and documenting repairs; schedule is nights (Sun–Thu, 8 PM–4:30 AM) in Woodburn, OR. Minimum 3 years hands-on diesel experience, valid driver's license (Class A CDL preferred), must supply personal tools and perform frequent heavy lifting and physical tasks.

JOIN OUR FLEET TEAM!

Our Diesel Mechanics start at $32.00/ hour

• 401K with 2% automatic company contribution plus company match up to an additional 6%.

• Medical Benefits Start Day One!

• We offer weekly pay, low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for Family Coverage.

• Paid vacation time, sick, and personal time.

• Employee uniforms provided.

• Strong Safety Culture, newer equipment, and excellent local leadership.

Schedule:

Sunday - Thursday - 8 PM - 4:30 AM

Location - Woodburn, OR

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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

• Perform preventative maintenance within DOT standards.

• Receive road calls, assign third party vendor, and work with business partners on plan of action.

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with workplace safety rules/regulations and government guidelines.

• Utilize fleet maintenance software system tablet to fully document equipment repair and parts used.

• Backup to other maintenance shop personnel.

• Willingness and capacity to assume increased responsibility and certificates.

• Other duties as assigned by manager.

SUPERVISION
:

• N/A

RELATIONSHIPS

• Internal: All Fleet Technicians, Drivers, Coordinators and Manager

• External: Vendor service providers when required

WORK ENVIRONMENT

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

• Must be willing to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have 3 years of verifiable hands-on experience as a heavy-duty commercial diesel mechanic.

• Diagnostic and troubleshooting competency relating to equipment repairs.

• Successfully demonstrated independent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Prior experience in administering appropriate PM program.

• Must furnish own personal hand tools.

• Able to read and write legibly (e.g., to attend trainings, hold conversations, receive safety and job-related coaching, and enter information on reports if needed); basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, divide).

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

CERTIFICATIONS/TRAINING

• N/A

LICENSES

• Must possess a valid driver's license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid Class-A CDL license and DOT certification

• Experience using fleet maintenance software

• Welding ability

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): OCCASIONALLY

Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): OCCASIONALLY

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)

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 $32 per hour.

This role will also receive overtime compensation

​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.

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Keywords:

diesel mechanic, heavy-duty technician, fleet maintenance, preventative maintenance, DOT compliance, diagnostics and troubleshooting, fleet maintenance software, road calls, commercial truck repair, Class A CDL