Diesel Mechanic / Technician - Level A

$72,800 - $72,800/Yr

Performance Food Group - Springfield Township, NJ

Full-time

Springfield Township, NJ

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

The Diesel Technician - Class A plays a crucial role in maintaining the safety and operational efficiency of the company's fleet by repairing, maintaining, and overhauling diesel equipment. This position ensures compliance with safety standards and provides essential support to the food distribution system. The technician works under minimal supervision and is responsible for diagnosing and repairing various types of vehicles and equipment, contributing to a safe working environment for all associates.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses and repairs medium to heavy-duty trucks, trailers, reefer units, convertor dollies, and maintenance vehicles under minimal supervision.
• Completes overhauls and rebuilds of heavy-duty diesel engines and transmissions.
• Performs preventative maintenance on minor repairs and standard component inspections/repairs of fleet diesel equipment.
• Identifies root causes of basic failures/conditions and performs necessary repairs.
• Inspects brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure proper operating conditions.
• Ensures equipment has required licensing and registration prior to being deemed roadworthy.
• Completes thorough documentation for work orders of repairs and preventative maintenance through the online Enterprise Asset Management system.
• Installs, replaces, and repairs onboard computers.
• Performs routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
• Trains and provides guidance to other mechanics.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent.
• 5 - 7 years of proven medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair experience, including PM's, tire & wheel, air & air disc brakes, diagnosis, computerized diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, and electronic component repair.
• A minimum of 2 years' experience in refrigeration and/or overhauls and rebuilds of heavy-duty diesel engines and transmissions.

Benefits

• Competitive pay starting at $35.00 per hour or more based on experience.
• Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401K Employer Matching.
• Education Assistance.
• Paid Time Off.