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Sysco

Supplies food and kitchen goods to restaurants

Diesel Fleet Mechanic Technician 3

Heavy Duty & Diesel Vehicle MaintenanceUpdated on Nov 11
Full-timeSyracuse, NY, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • A current and valid driver's license is required; a commercial driver's license is preferred but not required.
  • Medium- or heavy-duty truck technical training is required.
  • Candidates must have either a two-year school education and four years of experience, or five years of experience in fleet maintenance and repair.
  • The role requires knowledge of annual inspector certification and brake inspector certification.
  • ASE certifications in automotive or medium/heavy-duty trucks are required.
  • EPA Section 608 (Core and Type II) and Section 609 HVAC and refrigeration certification are required.
  • The technician must have expert knowledge of vehicle systems and components, diagnosis and repair of electrical systems, refrigeration systems, preventive maintenance inspections, and repair.
  • The technician must have moderate knowledge and skill in welding and cutting using gas, electric, MIG, and TIG processes.
  • The technician must have moderate computer skills and knowledge, expert knowledge of Department of Transportation (FMCSA) regulations, moderate knowledge of OSHA safety regulations, and moderate knowledge of environmental regulations.
  • The technician must have working knowledge of computer-based diagnostic software for original equipment manufacturers and component manufacturers.
  • The technician must provide the tools needed to perform maintenance, repair, and diagnostics; Sysco provides diagnostic equipment and major tools.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
  • The role requires the physical ability to perform repair work using wrenches, hand tools, and shop equipment; stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, crawl, reach, push and pull; and frequently lift or move up to 100 pounds.
  • The role requires the ability to operate various pieces of equipment and perform repetitive hand and finger movements.
  • The role requires availability for non-traditional hours, including evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call work.
  • The role may require occasional travel to other operating companies or the corporate office for business needs such as training or business continuity.

Responsibilities

  • Perform required inspections and preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment within planned time tolerances to maximize fleet safety, reliability, and cost efficiency over the vehicle life cycle.
  • Perform annual FAI/CVI inspections on fleet vehicles and company-owned equipment in accordance with federal, state, and local legal and regulatory requirements, including state-required inspections and frequencies.
  • Perform preventive maintenance inspections on fleet vehicles and equipment, including tractors, trailers, converter dollies, refrigeration units, lift-gates, light-duty vehicles, and other company-owned equipment, using company methods.
  • Perform maintenance repairs on fleet vehicles and equipment to maximize safety and reliability.
  • Perform preventive maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of refrigeration units.
  • Address Driver Vehicle Inspection Report write-ups promptly and efficiently.
  • Diagnose malfunctions and perform repairs to manufacturer specifications on engines, transmissions and clutches, drive-lines, differentials, steering and suspension, fuel and ignition systems, exhaust and regeneration systems, intake systems, electrical systems, brake systems, HVAC systems, and lift-gate hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
  • Follow procedures and document all work performed on work orders.
  • Mentor, teach, and share expertise with Fleet Technician I and II employees to support their development.
  • Perform moderate supervisory duties when the Fleet Manager or Fleet Supervisors are unavailable.
  • Perform electrical meter testing.
  • Apply knowledge of controls and low-voltage direct-current systems and electric motors.
  • Complete electrical repairs and welding projects as needed.

Desired Qualifications

  • A commercial driver's license is preferred but not required.

About the Company

Sysco

Supplies food and kitchen goods to restaurants

Sysco buys, stores and delivers food, kitchen supplies and equipment to restaurants, hospitals, schools, hotels and other businesses that cook away from home. Alongside national brands, it sells its own Sysco Brand line of foods and supplies, which fills a large share of the cases it ships. Its biggest product groups are fresh and frozen meats, canned and dry goods, and frozen produce and baked goods. Customers order through Sysco sales representatives or online, and Sysco delivers from distribution centers across North America and Europe, earning money on the difference between what it pays suppliers and what customers pay for delivered goods. Sysco was founded in 1969, began public operations in 1970 and is based in Houston, Texas.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Founded
1969

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