Thermo King Fleet Mechanic

Thermo King Fleet Mechanic at US Foods, Inc. summary :

The Thermo King Fleet Mechanic maintains and repairs commercial diesel fleet equipment including tractors, trailers, and refrigeration units to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, road rescue, and documentation using fleet maintenance software. The role requires experience in heavy-duty diesel mechanics, adherence to safety standards, and the ability to work under various environmental conditions.

BECOME A US FOODS® FLEET MECHANIC !

LOCATED IN LEXINGTON, SC

Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the foodservice industry?

The expected base rate for this role is  $31.51 per hour or more depending on experience .

Benefits medical, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, strong safety culture, and much more!  Excellent local leadership.

Schedule is Monday-Friday. 1 : 00 pm - 9 : 30 pm (Training on 1st shift for the 1st month)

• Hours subject to change based on business needs

The Fleet Mechanic will be responsible for the maintenance of the Fleet road equipment including tractor, trailer, thermo-king, converter dolly and maintenance vehicles. Ensure compliance with all State and Federal trucking regulations. Mechanics will also be responsible for the documentation, completion, and to keep current the maintenance logs for all repairs and parts used daily. The position will be required to perform road rescue as needed.

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.

Other duties as assigned by manager.

SUPERVISION : N / A

RELATIONSHIPS

Internal : All Fleet Technicians, Drivers, Coordinators and Manager

External : Vendor service providers when required

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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must have 3 years of verifiable hands-on experience as a heavy-duty commercial diesel mechanic.

Diagnostic and troubleshooting competency relating to 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).

EDUCATION

High school diploma or equivalent required.

CERTIFICATIONS / TRAINING

N / A

LICENSES

Must possess a valid driver's license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Valid Class-A CDL license and DOT certification

Experience using fleet maintenance software

Welding ability

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

OCCASIONALLY : 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY : 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY : 67% - 100% or NEVER

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO :

FREQUENCY :

STAND : CONTINUOUSLY

WALK : CONTINUOUSLY

DRIVE VEHICLE : FREQUENTLY

SIT : FREQUENTLY

LIFT

1-10 lbs (Sedentary) : FREQUENTLY

11-20 lbs (Light) : FREQUENTLY

21-50 lbs (Medium) : FREQUENTLY

51-100 lbs (Heavy) : FREQUENTLY

Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) : OCCASIONALLY

CARRY

1-10 lbs (Sedentary) : FREQUENTLY

11-20 lbs (Light) : FREQUENTLY

21-50 lbs (Medium) : FREQUENTLY

51-100 lbs (Heavy) : OCCASIONALLY

Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) : OCCASIONALLY

PUSH / PULL 1 : FREQUENTLY

CLIMB / BALANCE 2 : FREQUENTLY

STOOP / SQUAT : FREQUENTLY

KNEEL : FREQUENTLY

BEND : FREQUENTLY

REACH ABOVE SHOULDER : FREQUENTLY

TWIST : FREQUENTLY

GRASP OBJECTS 3 : FREQUENTLY

MANIPULATE OBJECTS 4 : FREQUENTLY

MANUAL DEXTERITY 5 : FREQUENTLY

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. The expected base rate for this role is between $31.51 / hour and $34.62 / hour.

As applicable, this role will also receive paid training and overtime compensation.

​ 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 : .

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Keywords :

fleet mechanic, diesel mechanic, preventive maintenance, vehicle repair, thermo king, commercial vehicle maintenance, DOT compliance, fleet maintenance software, roadside rescue, heavy-duty equipment