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Diesel Mechanic - Fleet

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Diesel Mechanic - Fleet

full-timePosted: Dec 17, 2025

Job Description

Categories: Fleet Maintenance, Warehouse, Logistics

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE

Join Our Community of Food People!

BASIC PURPOSE
To provide a safe and reliable fleet by performing preventative maintenance and proper repairs on all fleet equipment.

JOIN OUR WAREHOUSE TEAM!

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

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 $35.00 and $37.12.

This role will start at $35.00 / hour. 

As applicable, this role will also  receive 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: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.

Schedule:

Mon-Fri 7:30 a.m./8 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Flexible on start time 7:30 or 8:00 a.m.

No weekend work - very slim chance of getting an afterhours on a Sunday.

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)

Why US Foods

US Foods®  helps our customers Make It, with products and services that shape the communities where we live and work. Opportunities in our company abound for skilled, forward-thinking associates.

Our Warehouse Team Members prepare the orders that sustain our business, instilling and reinforcing safety above all else. We team up to deliver accurate and damage-free orders. At the foundation of those efforts are our cultural beliefs, the pillars that define our work ethic, collaborative spirit and service. Together we help our customers make it, but we also believe in helping our warehouse team make it! We are committed to compensation and benefits that respect and reward our employees for their dedication and hard work.

At US Foods®, we are committed to Total Rewards that respect and reward our associates for their dedication and hard work.

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 $35.00 and $37.12.

As applicable, this role will also  receive overtime compensation, retention bonus, incentive compensation based on productivity and quality, shift differential, and freezer premium.

​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.

                                                                                   

***EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status*** 

Locations

  • Grand Forks ND, United States of America

Salary

Estimated Salary Rangemedium confidence

76,440 - 84,843 USD / yearly

Source: AI Estimation

* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.

Skills Required

  • Diesel Equipment Repairadvanced
  • Troubleshooting and Diagnosticsadvanced
  • Preventative Maintenanceintermediate
  • Fleet Maintenance Softwareintermediate
  • Mentoring and Trainingintermediate
  • DOT Complianceintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Experience troubleshooting and repairing diesel equipment (tractors, trailers, etc.) (experience)
  • Knowledge of DOT preventative maintenance standards (experience)
  • Ability to use fleet maintenance software systems (experience)
  • Valid driver's license or relevant certifications (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Independently troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace, and complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (tractors, trailers, bobtails, reefers, lift gates, etc.)
  • Perform preventative maintenance within DOT standards
  • Mentor other maintenance shop personnel
  • Receive road calls, assign third party vendors, and triage action plans including equipment swaps
  • Utilize fleet maintenance software tablet to document repairs and parts used
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with safety rules and government guidelines

Benefits

  • Health: Health insurance
  • Retirement: Retirement benefits and employee stock purchase plan
  • Time Off: Paid time off, short-term and long-term disability
  • Insurance: Life insurance
  • Spending: Pre-tax spending accounts

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Diesel Mechanic - Fleet

US Foods

Diesel Mechanic - Fleet

full-timePosted: Dec 17, 2025

Job Description

Categories: Fleet Maintenance, Warehouse, Logistics

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE

Join Our Community of Food People!

BASIC PURPOSE
To provide a safe and reliable fleet by performing preventative maintenance and proper repairs on all fleet equipment.

JOIN OUR WAREHOUSE TEAM!

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

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 $35.00 and $37.12.

This role will start at $35.00 / hour. 

As applicable, this role will also  receive 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: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.

Schedule:

Mon-Fri 7:30 a.m./8 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Flexible on start time 7:30 or 8:00 a.m.

No weekend work - very slim chance of getting an afterhours on a Sunday.

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)

Why US Foods

US Foods®  helps our customers Make It, with products and services that shape the communities where we live and work. Opportunities in our company abound for skilled, forward-thinking associates.

Our Warehouse Team Members prepare the orders that sustain our business, instilling and reinforcing safety above all else. We team up to deliver accurate and damage-free orders. At the foundation of those efforts are our cultural beliefs, the pillars that define our work ethic, collaborative spirit and service. Together we help our customers make it, but we also believe in helping our warehouse team make it! We are committed to compensation and benefits that respect and reward our employees for their dedication and hard work.

At US Foods®, we are committed to Total Rewards that respect and reward our associates for their dedication and hard work.

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 $35.00 and $37.12.

As applicable, this role will also  receive overtime compensation, retention bonus, incentive compensation based on productivity and quality, shift differential, and freezer premium.

​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.

                                                                                   

***EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status*** 

Locations

  • Grand Forks ND, United States of America

Salary

Estimated Salary Rangemedium confidence

76,440 - 84,843 USD / yearly

Source: AI Estimation

* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.

Skills Required

  • Diesel Equipment Repairadvanced
  • Troubleshooting and Diagnosticsadvanced
  • Preventative Maintenanceintermediate
  • Fleet Maintenance Softwareintermediate
  • Mentoring and Trainingintermediate
  • DOT Complianceintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Experience troubleshooting and repairing diesel equipment (tractors, trailers, etc.) (experience)
  • Knowledge of DOT preventative maintenance standards (experience)
  • Ability to use fleet maintenance software systems (experience)
  • Valid driver's license or relevant certifications (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Independently troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace, and complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (tractors, trailers, bobtails, reefers, lift gates, etc.)
  • Perform preventative maintenance within DOT standards
  • Mentor other maintenance shop personnel
  • Receive road calls, assign third party vendors, and triage action plans including equipment swaps
  • Utilize fleet maintenance software tablet to document repairs and parts used
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with safety rules and government guidelines

Benefits

  • Health: Health insurance
  • Retirement: Retirement benefits and employee stock purchase plan
  • Time Off: Paid time off, short-term and long-term disability
  • Insurance: Life insurance
  • Spending: Pre-tax spending accounts

Target Your Resume for "Diesel Mechanic - Fleet" , US Foods

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