Fleet Reefer Mechanic Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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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, 1:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Pay range is $28-$35 hourly based on certifications and experience.

Excellent Benefits starting DAY ONE! Including:

• $250 Quarterly tool allowance, that's $1,000 extra per year!

• Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for Family Coverage.

• Paid vacation time, sick, and personal time.

• Employee uniforms and boots provided.

• 401K with FANTASTIC company match!

• 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  

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace and complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (i.e., tractors, trailers, bobtails, lift gates, etc.).

• Perform preventative maintenance within DOT standards.

• Receive road calls, assign third party vendor, and work with business partners on plan of action.

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with workplace safety rules/regulations and government guidelines.

• Utilize fleet maintenance software system tablet to fully document equipment repair and parts used.

• Backup to other maintenance shop personnel.

• Willingness and capacity to assume increased responsibility and certificates.

• Mentor other maintenance shop personnel.

• Other duties as assigned by manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have 3 years of verifiable hands-on experience as a Fleet Reefer/Refrigeration technician. TK/Carrier Refrigeration Certifications.

• Must be willing to travel and attend training provided by US Foods.

• Diagnostic and troubleshooting competency relating to reefer equipment repairs. 

• Successfully demonstrated independent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Prior experience in administering appropriate PM program.

• 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).

• Ability to read and understand technical and online service manuals. 

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Computer and software experience/ Noregon Diag Equip/A/C Recovery, Etc. PREFERRED

• Able to repair and overhaul warehouse equipment PREFERRED

• Experience using fleet maintenance software PREFERRED

• Welding ability PREFERRED

• Valid Class A CDL license and DOT certification PREFERRED

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Onsite: The associate in this role is expected to perform assigned responsibilities inside a US Foods maintenance facility.

• 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 Occasionally

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 $28 and $35.​  This role may also receive overtime compensation where applicable.

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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