Trailer Mechanic

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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

• Perform preventative maintenance within DOT standards.

• Mentor other maintenance shop personnel.

• Receive road calls, assign third party vendor, and work with business partners to triage appropriate plan of action including equipment swaps etc.

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

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

• Other duties as assigned by manager.

SUPERVISION :

• N/A

RELATIONSHIPS

• Internal: All Fleet Technicians, Drivers, Coordinators and Manager

• External: Dealer Service Managers

WORK ENVIRONMENT

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have 5 years of verifiable hands-on experience as a heavy-duty commercial diesel mechanic.

• Diagnostic and troubleshooting ability using fleet maintenance software.

• Successfully demonstrated independent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Must furnish own personal hand tools.

• Ability to comply with EPA and OSHA regulations pertaining to the shop and fleet.

• Ability to read and understand technical and service manuals.

• Excellent communication skills; able to communicate with co-workers and drivers with demonstrated teamwork skills.

• Ability to manage multiple functions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs.

• Computer and software experience.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

CERTIFICATIONS/TRAINING

• Brake certification

LICENSES

• Must possess a valid driver's license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• JPRO software experience.

• Welding ability

• Knowledge with electrical schematics

• Basic Microsoft Excel and Word skills.

• Leadership experience or qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL license and DOT certification

• EPA 608 (Type 2 or Universal) certification

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): FREQUENTLY

Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): FREQUENTLY

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)

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