Diesel Fleet Mechanic Technician - Sysco Houston (R82458)

Company:
US0067 Sysco Houston (Division of USA I)

Zip Code:
77038

Minimum Level of Education:
High School or Equivalent

Minimum Years of Experience:
1 Year

Employment Type:
Full Time

Travel Percentage:

JOB SUMMARY
This is an Operations position responsible for maintaining and repairing Sysco fleet equipment to ensure availability and reduce breakdowns.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs major and general mechanical repairs to Sysco vehicles and reefer units including troubleshooting mechanical problems and identifying their solution to correct malfunctions and reduce further breakdowns.
Follows PM schedules on all equipment.
Completes the repair of vehicles following the Department of Transporation (DOT) and State laws.
Maintains accurate records of each repair performed on Sysco vehicles.
Preserves shop area by keeping tools and equipment picked up, cleaning up liquid spills, sweeping floor, dumping the trash, and performing other related duties.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Experience
1-3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
Class A license preferred.
Certified Motor Vehicle Inspector for Tractor/Trailer.
Certificates, license, registrations in diesel engines, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and braking systems.

Professional Skills
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Able to write simple correspondence.
Effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Can add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Knowledge of basic welding and use of acetylene torch.
Displays willingness to make decisions.
Tactfully approaches others.
Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Completes work on time.
Observes safety and security procedures.
Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Follows instructions, responds to management direction.
Asks for and offers help when needed.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
Frequently required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Occasionally required to sit.
Must frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.
Frequently exposed to vibration.
Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat and risk of electrical shock.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud (diesel engine noise and shop equipment).

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.

BENEFITS INFORMATION:
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HOW WE PROTECT OUR ASSOCIATES
COVID-19 Precaution(s):
Personal protective equipment and masks provided
Temperature screenings
Social distancing guidelines in place
Sanitizing, disinfecting, and cleaning procedures in place

OVERVIEW:
Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 57,000 associates and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 326 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 625,000 customer locations.

We offer our associates the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. Were looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.