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Frito-Lay North America

Diesel Mechanic - Experienced (non-DOT)

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A Diesel Mechanic repairs and rebuilds diesel engines for vehicles like trucks, ships, tractors, and buses.

$54,159 / year median in Georgia

+14% projected growth

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Diesel Mechanic - Experienced (non-DOT) Frito-Lay North America - 3.2 Kathleen, GA Job Details $31.22 an hour 4 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Vendor relationship building Diesel engine system repair Automotive electrical system repair Vehicle mechanics for truck drivers Automotive diagnostic scan tool usage Team leadership Diesel mechanics Engine parts Electronic logging for truck drivers Routine inspections Mid-level Diesel truck repair Vendor communication Automotive scheduled maintenance Computer skills Vehicle steering system repair Vehicle suspension system repair 2 years Diesel engine brake system servicing Full Job Description Descriptions & requirements Job Description •$3,000 Sign-on Bonus (based on performance and eligibility)•Frito-Lay Fleet Technicians are essential to our team because they work on our fleet vehicles and keep our drivers safe. Are you looking for a job at a company that rewards the mechanically gifted? Although you will start out working for Frito-Lay, this job can open the door to career opportunities with our parent company, PepsiCo. We are proud to offer you a generous starting salary which ramps up quickly for top performers. We also offer unbeatable benefits including health insurance, dental and vision, retirement savings benefits including 401(k) with company contribution, vacation days, tool allowance of $1000, boot allowance of $250 annual, and much more. You may already be familiar with what this position entails. You will help us maintain and repair our vehicles, diagnose mechanical issues, manage parts inventory, and charge parts and labor to work orders. We asked our Fleet Technicians what else we should let you know about working here, and this is what the team had to say about frequent tasks you can expect to perform: The make-up of the fleet is comprised of diesel, CNG, and electric vehicles. You will be responsible for maintaining CNG Cummins ISX 12L, Volvo D13 XE, Allison 4000, Volvo I Shift, Eaton ultra shift, Freightliner Cascadia, multiple Volvo models and multiple trailer platforms. You will manage day-to-day activities such as preventative maintenance inspections, and proactive/follow-up repairs. You will perform demand work, including but not limited to brakes, u-joints/bearings, steering/suspension, starting/charging, emissions/drivability diagnosis, and light engine repair such as water pumps, injectors, and fuel pumps. You will use your extensive knowledge to assist entry-level mechanics with difficult repairs. You will build relationships with vendors when getting estimates for parts or labor. You will interact with a variety of Frito-Lay drivers, from professional truck drivers to salespeople. This is a physical job which often involves working in tight spaces under vehicles. This is an experienced position. Here are our minimum requirements for you to consider prior to filling out our application: You are at least 18 years of age or older You may be required to work on weekends, holidays as well as off shift You can 50 lift pounds or more with or without a reasonable accommodation You are able to climb, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and stretch for extended periods with or without a reasonable accommodation You have the ability to work in tight spaces for extended periods with or without a reasonable accommodation You will be required to work on/under trucks for an entire shift (8 to 12 hours) with or without a reasonable accommodation While the minimum requirements are all you need to apply, top candidates will also have: 2 years of previous technical experience with Class 8 Commercial Tractors and Trailers Air Brake Systems Certification Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot repairs using diagnostic systems Given the fact that we offer high wages and phenomenal benefits, you might be wondering what will give you an edge when you apply to Frito-Lay. Here is an idea of the characteristics our managers look for:
Safety-Focused:
Drivers are counting on your focus on safety which means doing the job correctly and not taking shortcuts.
Flexibility:
L ike all Frito-Lay team members, your work on weekends and holidays helps us maintain our industry dominance. We place a high premium on teamwork. Attention to
Detail:
We want to avoid breakdowns and stranded drivers. Your approach to preventative maintenance should be diligent, even meticulous, when it comes to maintaining our fleet.
Initiative :
You are out in the field by yourself much of the time. Our best people would put it this way: we need folks who can show up and work until the job is done.
Leadership:
You will manage situations that might involve providing instructions to coworkers in the spirit of safety, efficiency, and cooperation. Frito-Lay leaders will trust you to make good decisions.
Tech Savvy:
Technology will enable you to quickly diagnose mechanical problems, and you will also draw upon your computer skills when installing electronic logging devices such as tablets and dashboard computers.
Teamwork :
It's important that you work well with others because you will regularly interact with our Regional Drivers, vendors and other team members. Does this sound like you? We hope that you are now envisioning yourself as the newest addition to our team. There is nothing sweeter than a thankful driver who is back out on the road delivering quality snacks to our customers as a direct result of your personal expertise and work ethic. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. PepsiCo is an
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901 - 4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available EEO is the Law & View the PepsiCo EEO Policy.