Diesel Mechanic

COME WORK FOR US FOODS®!Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the foodservice industry?We help YOU make it! 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.  Schedule: Monday - Friday, 2:00PM - 10:30PMPay range is $35- $40 hourly based on certifications and experience.Excellent Benefits starting DAY ONE! Including:$250 Quarterly tool allowance first year, Amount DOUBLES after first year! That's an extra $1,000 first year and $2,000 yearly after that!$8,000 Retention bonus!New Boots and Uniforms Provided at LEAST Yearly!Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for Family Coverage. Paid vacation time, sick, and personal time.Employee uniforms provided.Employee referral bonus program401K with FANTASTIC company match!Training and Advancement Opportunities!!Strong Safety Culture, newer equipment, and excellent local leadership and great place to work! BASIC PURPOSE  To provide a safe and reliable fleet by performing preventative maintenance and proper repairs on all fleet equipment.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  Perform preventative maintenance within DOT standards.Complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (i.e., tractors, trailers, bobtails, lift gates, etc.).Take directions from and assist senior technicians with repairs.Utilize fleet maintenance system tablet to fully document equipment repair and parts used.Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with workplace safety rules/regulations and government guidelines.Willingness and capacity to assume increased responsibility and certifications.Other duties as assigned by manager.QUALIFICATIONSMust have 1 year of verifiable hands-on experience as a heavy-duty commercial diesel mechanic.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).Must possess a valid driver's license.High school diploma or equivalent required.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSValid Class A CDL license and DOT certificationExperience with Maximo fleet maintenance systemPrevious mechanical and PM program experienceExperience using fleet maintenance softwareWelding abilityWORK ENVIRONMENTOnsite: The associate in this role is expected to perform assigned responsibilities inside a US Foods maintenance facility.Ability to work flexible schedule.Must be willing to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions. Physical Requirements:JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO: 1. SIT Occasionally 2. STAND Frequently 3. WALK Frequently 4. DRIVE Occasionally (Test drives equipment) TO LIFT: 1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Continuously 2. 10-20 lbs (Light) Frequently 3. 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally 4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally 5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) May lift up to 120-150 pounds (2 man lift) TO CARRY: 1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Frequently 2. 10-20 lbs (Light) Frequently 3. 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally 4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally 5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) Occasionally 1. Push/pull Occasionally Item: transmissions, tires & clutches 2. Climb/balance Occasionally Item: ladders & lift gates 3. Stoop/squat Frequently 4. Kneel/bend Occasionally 5. Bend Frequently 6. Reach above shoulder Occasionally 7. Grasp objects Frequently Type: 8. Manipulate objects Frequently type: 9. Twisting OccasionallyCompensation 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 $35 and $40.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.#LI-ED1