Diesel Technician
- Company: US Foods Holding
- Location: Columbia, South Carolina, 29201
- Work mode: On-site
- Job type: Full-Time
- Posted: 2026-10-27
ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE
COME WORK FOR US FOODS® in Lexington, SC!
Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the foodservice industry?
We help YOU make it! US Foods is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promoting from within, excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus.
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 1:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Fleet Mechanics may earn up to $31.50 per hour PLUS overtime!
Excellent Benefits starting DAY ONE! Including:
* $250 Quarterly tool allowance, that's $1,000 extra per year!
* Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for Family Coverage.
* Paid vacation time, sick, and personal time.
* Employee uniforms and boots provided.
* 401K with FANTASTIC company match!
* Strong Safety Culture, newer equipment, and excellent local leadership and great place to work!
BASIC PURPOSE: To provide a safe and reliable fleet by performing preventative maintenance and proper repairs on all fleet equipment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Perform preventative maintenance within DOT standards.
* Complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (i.e., tractors, trailers, bobtails, lift gates, etc.).
* Take directions from and assist senior technicians with repairs.
* Utilize fleet maintenance system tablet to fully document equipment repair and parts used.
* Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with workplace safety rules/regulations and government guidelines.
* Willingness and capacity to assume increased responsibility and certifications.
* Other duties as assigned by manager.
QUALIFICATIONS
* Must have 1 year of verifiable hands-on experience as a heavy-duty commercial diesel mechanic.
* Must furnish own personal hand tools.
* Able to read and write legibly (e.g., to attend trainings, hold conversations, receive safety and job-related coaching, and enter information on reports if needed); basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, divide).
* Must possess a valid driver's license.
* High school diploma or equivalent required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Valid Class A CDL license and DOT certification
* Experience with Maximo fleet maintenance system
* Previous mechanical and PM program experience
* Experience using fleet maintenance software
* Welding ability
* EPA 608 preferred
WORK ENVIRONMENT
* Onsite: The associate in this role is expected to perform assigned responsibilities inside a US Foods maintenance facility.
* Ability to work flexible schedule.
* Must be willing to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions.
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS
OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVER
JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:
FREQUENCY:
STAND: CONTINUOUSLY
WALK: CONTINUOUSLY
DRIVE VEHICLE: FREQUENTLY
SIT: FREQUENTLY
LIFT
1-10 lbs (Sedentary): FREQUENTLY
11-20 lbs (Light): FREQUENTLY
21-50 lbs (Medium): FREQUENTLY
51-100 lbs (Heavy): FREQUENTLY
Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): OCCASIONALLY
CARRY
1-10 lbs (Sedentary): FREQUENTLY
11-20 lbs (Light): FREQUENTLY
21-50 lbs (Medium): FREQUENTLY
51-100 lbs (Heavy): OCCASIONALLY
Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): OCCASIONALLY
PUSH/PULL 1: FREQUENTLY
CLIMB/BALANCE 2: FREQUENTLY
STOOP/SQUAT: FREQUENTLY
KNEEL: FREQUENTLY
BEND: FREQUENTLY
REACH ABOVE SHOULDER: FREQUENTLY
TWIST: FREQUENTLY
GRASP OBJECTS 3: FREQUENTLY
MANIPULATE OBJECTS 4: FREQUENTLY
MANUAL DEXTERITY 5: FREQUENTLY
1 (Push/Pull: Hand truck, gate, straps, metal ramp, truck door, dolly, boxes, truck gear shift)
2 (Climb/Balance: In/Out Truck/Trailer to cab. On/Off ramp to ground level and side doorsteps and Platform of trailer. Stairs)
3 (Grasp Objects: Hand truck, boxes, cartons, steering wheel)
4 (Manipulate Objects: Boxes, dolly, metal truck ramp, hand truck, paperwork, truck gate, straps)
5 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as copiers, printers)
Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $29.40-$31.50. This role may also receive overtime compensation where applicable.
Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html.
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