Tech B Diesel Mechanic-3rd Shift
- Performance Food Group / Springfield
- Springfield, Massachusetts
- Full Time
Tech B Diesel Mechanic Company Description Performance Foodservice,
PFG\'s broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a
variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and
hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A
team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close
relationships with customers - providing advice on improving operations,
menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The
Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond
to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams. Job
Description Position Details: \$26.00 per hour up to \$35.00 per hour
depending upon experience - \$2,500 Sign On Bonus 4 Day Work Week! (Wed
11:30am - 5:30am / Thurs - Sat 11:30pm - 5:30am) Benefits Day 1 of
Employment, Tool Allowance, Quarterly Safety Incentive, Free Uniforms
and Boot Allowance We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits,
including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase
Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and
much more Growth opportunities performing essential work to support
America\'s food distribution system Safe and inclusive working
environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect
Position Purpose: We value the safety of our associates! The Diesel
Technician - Class B keeps our associates safe by repairing,
maintaining, and overhauling all company fleet diesel equipment to
ensure a safe operation for associates\' usage and ensure compliance
standards are met. Primary Responsibilities: The Diesel Technician -
Class B performs preventative maintenance of medium to heavy-duty
trucks, trailers, reefer units, and convertor dollies under minimal
supervision. Responsibilities may include, but not limited to: Completes
and performs preventative maintenance on minor repairs and standard
component inspections/ repairs of fleet diesel equipment (tractors,
trailers, refrigeration units). Identifies root cause of basic
failures/conditions and performs repairs as required. Ensures equipment
has required licensing and registration prior to being deemed as
\"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.
Inspects brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other
important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition
which may require replacement of parts. Performs routine maintenance
such as changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating equipment and
machinery requiring the use of hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers,
wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power
tools such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, and jacks and
hoists. Trains/provides guidance to other Mechanics. Performs other
related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications High School
Diploma/GED or State Approved Equivalent 3 - 5 years experience of
proven medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair including PM\'s, tire &
wheel, air & air disc brakes, diagnosis, computerized diagnostics,
electrical troubleshooting, electronic component repair and experience
in refrigeration. Preferred Qualifications Associates/2-Year Technical
Degree / Vocational / Trade School Diploma 5 - 7 years experience of
proven medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair including PM\'s, tire &
wheel, air & air disc brakes, diagnosis, computerized diagnostics,
electrical troubleshooting, electronic component repair and experience
in refrigeration Preferred certifications in tire & wheel, brakes, AC
&/or EPA, DOT inspections, transmissions, engines, ASE Heavy Duty -DOT
physical
PFG\'s broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a
variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and
hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A
team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close
relationships with customers - providing advice on improving operations,
menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The
Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond
to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams. Job
Description Position Details: \$26.00 per hour up to \$35.00 per hour
depending upon experience - \$2,500 Sign On Bonus 4 Day Work Week! (Wed
11:30am - 5:30am / Thurs - Sat 11:30pm - 5:30am) Benefits Day 1 of
Employment, Tool Allowance, Quarterly Safety Incentive, Free Uniforms
and Boot Allowance We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits,
including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase
Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and
much more Growth opportunities performing essential work to support
America\'s food distribution system Safe and inclusive working
environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect
Position Purpose: We value the safety of our associates! The Diesel
Technician - Class B keeps our associates safe by repairing,
maintaining, and overhauling all company fleet diesel equipment to
ensure a safe operation for associates\' usage and ensure compliance
standards are met. Primary Responsibilities: The Diesel Technician -
Class B performs preventative maintenance of medium to heavy-duty
trucks, trailers, reefer units, and convertor dollies under minimal
supervision. Responsibilities may include, but not limited to: Completes
and performs preventative maintenance on minor repairs and standard
component inspections/ repairs of fleet diesel equipment (tractors,
trailers, refrigeration units). Identifies root cause of basic
failures/conditions and performs repairs as required. Ensures equipment
has required licensing and registration prior to being deemed as
\"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.
Inspects brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other
important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition
which may require replacement of parts. Performs routine maintenance
such as changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating equipment and
machinery requiring the use of hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers,
wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power
tools such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, and jacks and
hoists. Trains/provides guidance to other Mechanics. Performs other
related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications High School
Diploma/GED or State Approved Equivalent 3 - 5 years experience of
proven medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair including PM\'s, tire &
wheel, air & air disc brakes, diagnosis, computerized diagnostics,
electrical troubleshooting, electronic component repair and experience
in refrigeration. Preferred Qualifications Associates/2-Year Technical
Degree / Vocational / Trade School Diploma 5 - 7 years experience of
proven medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair including PM\'s, tire &
wheel, air & air disc brakes, diagnosis, computerized diagnostics,
electrical troubleshooting, electronic component repair and experience
in refrigeration Preferred certifications in tire & wheel, brakes, AC
&/or EPA, DOT inspections, transmissions, engines, ASE Heavy Duty -DOT
physical
Job ID: 483059192
Originally Posted on: 6/27/2025