Diesel Preventative Fleet Maintenance Technician

Description

URM Stores, Inc. is currently looking for a talented Preventative Fleet Maintenance Technician who is primarily responsible for the routine maintenance and servicing of company class 8 vehicles. Our Preventative Fleet Maintenance Technician will be responsible for the following: steam cleaning equipment; changing oil and filters; changing and repairing tires; lubricating chassis; and inspecting and diagnosing routine class 8 vehicles service and replacement needs.

Candidate must be able to work the following shift: Sunday - Thursday 9:00 pm – 5:00 am. Apply Today!

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Doing preventative maintenance repairs, completing vehicle component lubrication and replacement, some electrical system repairs, and cooling system maintenance on class 8 trucks and trailers.
• Prepare work orders and maintains written records of work performed and equipment repair status.
• Perform maintenance on tires, including rotations, balancing, repairs, and cleaning.
• Inspect damaged or flat tires to determine if they meet all company, DOT and FMCSR guidelines.
• Perform thorough inspections and preventative maintenance on URM trucks and equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations and/or company procedures.
• Identify potential problems and maintenance requirements and makes minor adjustments/repairs to return systems/components to specifications.
• Operate vehicles and equipment requiring a CDL Class A Driver’s License to road test equipment.
• Lubricate automotive equipment and replacement parts.
• Inspect vehicle frames, crossmembers, and other parts for cracks and damage.
• Check and adjusts brakes and clutches and changes filters.
• Replace positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valves and wheel seals.
• Change and inspect fuel, oil, transmission fluid, and water levels.
• Move heavy (up to 100 pounds with aid to assist) parts and equipment.
• Work in small, cramped areas and at heights greater than ten feet in repairing certain vehicles.
• Comprehend and make inferences from written and graphically printed material such as service manuals, schematics, lube charts, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to two years’ experience in servicing and/or repairing diesel equipment.
• Demonstrated experience monitoring and meeting heavy diesel and preventive maintenance schedules and operations of any automotive, diesel, or repair shop equipment.
• Must provide own hand tools and rollaway box.
• Possess a valid CDL Class A Driver’s License, or able to obtain one shortly after hire.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification preferred.
• Preventative Maintenance Inspection T-8 preferred.

Apply today and take the next step in your career with URM Stores—the leading food distributor in the Inland Northwest.

Since 1921, URM has proudly operated as a retailer-owned cooperative, supporting independent grocers who serve their local communities. Our core business revolves around the purchasing, warehousing, and delivery of merchandise to our Member-Owners—retail grocers who also serve as shareholders.

As a cooperative, URM allocates and returns net earnings from Patronage Department activities to its Member-Owners in the form of patronage dividends. Over the years, URM has grown substantially, reaching over $1 billion in sales and employing more than 2,900 team members across URM and its subsidiaries—Rosauers Supermarkets and Peirone Produce.

We work in a supportive team environment and in addition to our amazing culture, our employees enjoy many perks, and below are a few of the highlights of our complete compensation package:

• Our full-scale wage is $33.21 per hour, our starting wage is determined by verifiable experience and certifications as shown in the examples below:
• 0-5 months experience - $27.23 per hour
• 6 months experience - $28.23 per hour
• 12 months experience - $29.56 per hour
• 18 months experience - $31.88 per hour
• 24 months or more experience - $33.21 per hour (full scale)
• Annual Contractual Wage Increases each June!
• Medical/Vision/RX Insurance Benefits - URM pays 100% of the premium for the employee and for their dependents!!!
• Premium Dental plan
• Company paid contribution to the Western Conference of Teamsters Pension Plan for the employee’s retirement benefits.
• DOT Medical Card Recertification's covered at 100% by URM!
• Retirement Medical Plan
• One-week paid vacation after your first six months, with an additional week vacation on your 1-year anniversary
• Five Paid Holidays, plus four float holidays after your first year!
• Fun employee events, such as Employee Family Night at the Spokane Indian Game, March Madness Company Brackets and Holiday Breaks with great prizes!
• We also offer an Amazing Employee Discount Program at our Company-owned Grocery Stores!!!!

URM Stores, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

We are dedicated to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotions, compensation, and workplace practices.

Please note: The selected candidate must be able to successfully complete a pre-employment physical abilities test, and DOT drug test (including marijuana), as URM is a drug free workplace.