Diesel Service Technician

Truck Mechanic

Albertsons Distribution Center -- Portland, OR

Union Environment

Excellent Benefits

Pension Plan

Albertsons Safeway is working to become the favorite food and drug retailer in every market it serves. The organization includes 2,230 stores, 27 distribution facilities and 19 manufacturing plants with over 250,000 employees across 34 states and the District of Columbia. The company is privately owned with supermarkets across the country that include: Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Pavilions, Randalls, Tom Thumb, Carrs, ACME, Jewel-Osco, Lucky, Shaw's, Star Market, Super Saver, United Supermarkets, Market Street and Amigos.

The Supply Chain Department has an opening for a Truck Mechanic. This position is located in Portland, OR.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

- Perform preventative maintenance checks on all tractors every 30,000 miles and trailers every three months as indicated on the preventative maintenance schedule.

- Repair any equipment problems answer drivers' telephone requests for assistance with equipment failure while out on the road.

- Maintain and repair all equipment to include engine, electrical, drive train, suspension, body and fender, etc.

- Must supply own tools with the proper tool box, including air tools.

- Follow company procedures. Ensure a safe work environment.

- Responsible for performing all job duties with honesty and integrity.

Skills & Job Requirements:

- Must possess a minimum of 5 years' experience in heavy duty tractor/trailer repair. May require valid DOT physical card and a drivers' license and may need certification in the use of refrigerants and recycling equipment. Ability to complete appropriate documents in an efficient and legible manner. Computer skills are helpful.

- Manual dexterity, overall coordination and good balance are required. Frequently working with body over at the waist, in kneeling or squatting position working or reaching with arms at or above shoulder height while performing all repairs. Frequently lifting and/or using a maximum force for replacement parts from 1 to 100 pounds. Must be able to stand, walk and work in close quarters, prone or awkward positions for lengthy periods; operate heavy garage repair equipment and work on ladders; perform required mechanical repairs on diesel trucks and trailers; drive tractor truck and 53-foot or doubles combination semi-trailer.

- Mental alertness is necessary to ensure safe and accurate completion of work activities as well as working with heavy machinery. Ability to work with a variety of test equipment, tools, lube equipment, on-board computers and other working equipment.

- Mechanics must have the ability to drive a repair vehicle off the premise to perform emergency repairs on the road.

- Must be able to work full time with the ability to work any shift and be on call 24 hours per day.

- Exposure to hazards exists with respect to equipment, work areas, tools, welding equipment, presses, and other power equipment. Ability to apply required use and safety knowledge. Frequent exposure to diesel and cleaning agents exhaust fumes, noise, vibration, and severe weather conditions. Hands and arms are exposed to lubricants, sharp edged tools, and hot and cold surfaces. Possible exposure to hazardous chemicals with respect to equipment and work aids necessary to perform job duties.

Respond to: Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume by visiting www.Albertsons.com on your computer or mobile device.'
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Skills:

• Diesel engines
• Mechanic experience

Benefit Conditions:

• Only full-time employees eligible

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Plastic shield at work stations
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Shop Type:

• Independent

This Job Is:

• A “Fair Chance” job (you or the employer follow Fair Chance hiring practices when performing background checks)

Vehicle Type:

• Heavy trucks

Work Remotely

• No

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $30.35 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Holidays
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Shift availability:

• Overnight Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person