Class A Diesel Mechanic Technician

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Taunton, MA, US Until 9/15/2026 5+ years exp First posted July 17, 2026 Last posted July 17, 2026
Job description

Company Description:


Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants and other experts builds close relationships with each customer, providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection and operational strategies. The Performance Foodservice team delivers delicious food, but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

Job Description:

Position Details:
  • $38.00 per hour up to $45.00 per hour, depending on experience
  • NOW OFFERING $5,000 Sign On Bonus (Terms apply), Free Uniforms, Annual Safety Boot Allowance
  • Flexible 4 or 5 Day Work Weeks available. Start times are flexible, between 2pm-6pm working 8-10 hour shifts
We Deliver the Goods:
  • Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
  • Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
  • Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect
Position Purpose:
Responsible for diagnosing and repairing medium to heavy-duty trucks, trailers, reefer units, converter dolly and maintenance vehicles under minimal supervision. Ensure compliance with all State and Federal trucking regulations. Communicates and interacts with co-workers. Technicians are responsible for the documentation, completion, and keeping the work orders for all repairs and parts used daily. The position will be required to perform road call services as needed.

Primary Responsibilities:
  • Complete and perform preventative maintenance on minor repairs and standard component inspections/ repairs of fleet diesel equipment (tractors, trailers, refrigeration units) as well as, identifying root cause of basic failures/conditions and perform repairs as required
  • Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition which may require replacement of parts
  • Ensure equipment has required licensing and registration prior to being deemed as 'roadworthy'
  • Complete thorough documentation for work orders of repairs and preventative maintenance through the online Enterprise Asset Management system
  • Install, replace, and repair onboard computers
  • Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists
  • Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating equipment and machinery requiring the use of hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists
  • Train other employees
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
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Benefits:

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Qualifications:

High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent

Required Experience: 5 - 7 Years
5+ years of proven medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair including PM's, tire & wheel, air & air disc brakes, diagnosis, computerized diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, electronic component repair and a minimum of 2 years' experience in A/C refrigeration.

Preferred qualifications:

Preferred Education: Associates/2-Year Technical

Preferred Experience: 7 - 10 years of proven medium to heavy-duty vehicle repair including PM's, tire & wheel, air & air disc brakes, diagnosis, computerized diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting, electronic component repair and a minimum of 2 years' experience in A/C Refrigeration.

Preferred Professional Certification(s): Tire & wheel, brakes, AC and/or EPA, DOT inspections, transmissions, engines, ASE Heavy Duty

EEO Statement:

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.
About this role

Summary

Diagnose and repair medium to heavy-duty trucks, trailers, and related equipment.

Job title

Class A Diesel Mechanic Technician

Experience level

5-7 years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

distribution

Location requirements

Taunton, MA, United States; no remote work

Salary

$38.00 per hour up to $45.00 per hour, depending on experience

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

high school diplomamedium to heavy-duty vehicle repairPM'stire & wheelair & air disc brakesdiagnosiselectrical troubleshootingelectronic component repairA/C refrigeration

Preferred skills

associates technicalcertificationsTire & wheelbrakesEPADOT inspectionstransmissionsenginesASE Heavy Duty

Specializations

diesel repairelectrical troubleshootingA/C refrigerationbrake systemsdiagnostics
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Taunton, MA, USA

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