Diesel Fleet Mechanic Technician I

Pay: up to $23.50 - $28.89 per hour, based on experience. $2 shift differential for 2nd shift. Annual boot and tool allowance provided.

About the Role

To assist Fleet Technician II and Fleet Technician III in providing safe, reliable, and cost-efficient vehicles by learning to perform quality preventive maintenance inspections and repairs, as well as diagnosis and repair to prevent breakdowns, reduce vehicle downtime, and improve fleet reliability.

Responsibilities

• Learn to perform required inspections and preventive maintenance under the guidance of Fleet Technician II & III or Fleet Manager to maximize safety, reliability, and cost efficiency throughout the fleet lifecycle.
• Learn to perform FAI/CVI (First Article Inspection - Commercial Vehicle Inspection) on all fleet vehicles, including tractors, trailers, converter dollies, light-duty vehicles, and other company-owned equipment, in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Learn to perform quality preventive maintenance inspections on all fleet vehicles, including tractors, trailors, converter dollies, lift-gates, light-duty vehicles, and other company-owned equipment.
• Learn to perform maintenance repairs to maximize safety and reliability on all fleet vehicles under the guidance of Fleet Technician II & III or Fleet Supervisor/Manager.
• Address driver vehicle inspection report write-ups efficiently and correctly the first time.
• Diagnose malfunctions and perform repairs to manufacturer specifications, including but not limited to engines, transmissions, clutches, drive-line, differentials, steering, suspension, fuel and ignition systems, exhaust systems, electrical systems, brake systems, HVAC systems, and lift-gate hydraulic/mechanical/electrical systems.
• Document all work performed on work orders using complaint, cause, and correction format.
• Learn and develop efficiency in Sysco computer programs.
• Complete Sysco SIU training modules for safety and other required courses.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Medium/Heavy Duty truck technical training (2-year school preferred).
• No prior experience required.
• Current and valid driver’s license (CDL preferred).
• Basic knowledge and skill in all vehicle systems and components, electrical systems, welding and cutting (gas, electric, MIG, TIG), and computer skills.
• Technicians must own and provide all necessary tools (diagnostic equipment and major tools provided by Sysco).
• Apprentice will undergo regular performance reviews to identify areas for improvement and additional training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Annual Inspector Certification.
• Brake Inspector Certification.
• ASE certifications (Automotive or Medium/Heavy Duty Trucks).
• 609 HVAC Certification.
• Working knowledge of computer-based diagnostic software for OEMs and component manufacturers.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear.
• Frequently required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Occasionally required to sit and must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 lbs.
• Repair work requires excellent hand and finger dexterity for tools and shop equipment.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions

• Occasionally exposed to wet, hot, extreme cold, and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and confined spaces.
• Works non-traditional hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call.
• May occasionally travel to other operating companies or corporate offices for training or business needs.
• Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places, fumes, or airborne particles.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Benefits

Outstanding benefits available. For more details, visit www.syscobenefits.com.