Diesel Mechanic

As a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. A distributor, wholesaler and retailer with a global supply chain network, SpartanNash distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and the Our Family® portfolio of products, to locations in all 50 states.

Our braggingly happy team members — ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists — create braggingly happy customers spanning national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers, U.S. military commissaries and exchanges, and the Company’s own brick-and-mortar grocery stores, pharmacies and fuel centers.

Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now!

Location:

2120 Falls Mills Road - Bluefield, Virginia 24605

 

Position Summary:

Responsible to inspect, diagnose and perform preventive and corrective maintenance and repair of diesel semi trucks and trailers (to include, but not limited to overhaul and repair of engines, transmissions, cooling systems, steering systems, air systems, trailer refrigeration systems)

Ensures compliance with company safety policies and procedures as well as legal regulations. Assists lesser experienced mechanics as necessary and may help with shop business processes (billing, etc.)

What You'll Do:

• Assesses the preventive maintenance schedule to ensure equipment maintenance is completed on schedule to avoid major repairs and/or equipment down time
• Meets with supervisor/lead to discuss work orders and priorities, proactively identifies any issues or conditions which might affect the operation of the equipment
• Utilizes maintenance systems to ensure timely and accurate documentation of maintenance and repair work performed
• Identifies and orders replacement parts, ensuring  that the parts ordered are correct and complete at the time of order.  May assist more junior mechanics with parts ordering
• Maintains current knowledge of regulations and laws within assigned area (i.e. DOT, OSHA, EPA, etc.) to ensure shop compliance
• Prepares and/or completes DOT inspections + related paperwork accurately and timely
• Effectively collaborates with other departments as appropriate

What You'll Need:

• High school or equivalent (GED) (Required)
• Valid Driver’s License (required)
• Basic Mechanic tools and toolbox (strongly preferred)
• Must be able to demonstrate and obtain SpartanNash certification for the safe driving of material handling equipment, tractors, and trailers (required)
• Heavy Duty Air Brake Certified (required)
• DOT Inspector Certified (Required)
• Journeyman Diesel Mechanic card (required) with 608 cert (required)
• Previous refrigerated trailer (reefer) experience (Required)

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Must frequently sit, walk and stand, use hands to handle, grasp, and twist objects, tools, or controls, and use both feet for repetitive movements as in operating foot controls. Must frequently walk, talk, crouch, kneel, bend, stoop, twist, and reach with the hands and arms. Ability to lift up to 75 pounds with assistance as needed. While performing the duties of this position, employees are subject to a warehouse environment and may frequently be exposed to changes in temperature and humidity based on assignment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. Employees must be able to work weekends, holidays, days and night hours, and overtime as necessary and as assigned, and must be able to work in the condition specified for 8-10 hours shift as assigned. Travel requirements vary by assignment.

As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.

SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans. 

We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.