FT Truck Mechanic A - DC05

Location: Mauldin, South Carolina, USA (Bi‑Lo Boulevard, Store Code: DC 05)

About the role

As a Truck Mechanic, you will be responsible for all major repairs, including engine, transmission, accident damage, and rear‑end work within the transportation truck shop. You will perform all maintenance tasks that ensure a functional and operational transportation fleet.

Responsibilities

• Perform Truck Mechanic B requirements and all major preventive maintenance, major component rebuilds, and interpret all shop material.
• Perform all repairs and maintenance on refrigeration equipment as needed.
• Repair major structural damage to trailer, refrigeration system, internal components, and engine.
• Perform welding functions as needed.
• Perform all functions of a Truck Mechanic C, including basic service line tasks (e.g., check tire air pressure, change lights).
• Perform minor tune‑ups.
• Diagnose and solve electrical problems, brake problems, and compressor preventive maintenance for refrigeration systems.
• Repair all tractors (except rebuilds), warehouse equipment, external components, minor trailers, refrigeration systems, and external engines.
• Identify more efficient methods, reduce costs, and improve labor productivity.
• Make recommendations for procedural or process modifications to maximize efficiency, productivity, and reduce costs.
• Ensure compliance with company standards for accuracy, safety, and productivity.

Qualifications

• Commercial driver’s license.
• Certified electrician’s (refrigeration) license.
• High school diploma.
• Familiarity/experience in a transportation mechanical environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to reach, bend, stoop and lift up to and including 70 lb.
• Work in a warehouse environment with varying conditions (e.g., cool temperatures, concrete floors, powered industrial trucks).

Preferred Requirements

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to use tools required for the job.
• Ability to analyze situations, identify problems, and implement solutions.
• Ability to meet production standards set by the company.