Fleet Mechanic
US Foods, Inc. · Colorado Springs, CO
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Fleet Mechanic
@ US Foods, Inc.Fleet Mechanic
About the job
US Foods is a leading food distributor focused on safety and quality. The fleet mechanic role involves troubleshooting, repairing diesel equipment, and maintaining fleet reliability in a safety-focused environment. Benefits include bonus, tool allowance, healthcare, and 401K.
Requirements
- 5+ years heavy-duty diesel experience
- Troubleshooting skills
- Own personal hand tools
- Read technical manuals
- Work in team environment
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Brake certification
- Valid driver's license
- EPA and OSHA knowledge
- Excellent communication skills
Full 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 PURPOSETo provide a safe and reliable fleet by performing preventative maintenance and proper repairs on all fleet equipment.
Currently offering a $10,000 retention bonus paid out over two years.
Tool allowance included to support your trade.
Our Diesel Mechanics start at $ $32.00 to $38.00 hour depending on experience!
401K with 2% automatic company contribution plus company match up to an additional 6%.
Medical Benefits Start Day One!
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:
Tuesday-Friday 8:30 PM to 7:00 AM or1:00 PM to 11:30 PM
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)
Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $ $32.00 to $38.00
This role may also receive overtime compensation & retention bonus
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. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.
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