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Join Our Community of Food People! COME WORK FOR US FOODS! 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. STARTING PAY: $33+ / hour based on certifications and experience. Top Dollar for certs, experience and CDL SCHEDULE: Sunday - Thursday Evenings 4:00 PM - 12:30 AM Excellent Benefits starting DAY ONE! Including: * Weekly Paychecks! * $5,000 Retention bonus! * $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 provided, INCLUDING BOOTS REPLACED YEARLY! * Employee referral program. $1,000 per referral * 401K with FANTASTIC company match! * Strong Safety Culture, newer equipment, and excellent local leadershipand great place to work! GENERAL PURPOSE To provide a safe and reliable fleet by performing preventative maintenance and proper repairs on all fleet equipment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES * Troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace and complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (i.e., tractors, trailers, bobtails, lift gates, etc.). * Perform preventative maintenance within DOT standards. * Receive road calls, assign third party vendor, and work with business partners on plan of action. * Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with workplace safety rules/regulations and government guidelines. * Utilize fleet maintenance software system tablet to fully document equipment repair and parts used. * Backup to other maintenance shop personnel. * Willingness and capacity to assume increased responsibility and certificates. * Other duties as assigned by manager. QUALIFICATIONS * Must have 3 years of verifiable hands-on experience as a heavy-duty commercial diesel mechanic. * Diagnostic and troubleshooting competency relating to equipment repairs. * Successfully demonstrated independent analytical and problem-solving skills. * Prior experience in administering appropriate PM program. * 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). * High school diploma or equivalent required. * Must possess a valid driver's license. * Valid Class-A CDL license and DOT certification PREFERRED * Experience using fleet maintenance software PREFERRED * Welding ability PREFERRED WORK ENVIRONMENT * Onsite The associate in this role is expected to perform assigned responsibilities inside a US Foods maintenance facility. * Must be willing to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions. Physical Requirements: JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO: 1. SIT Occasionally 2. STAND Frequently 3. WALK Frequently 4. DRIVE Occasionally (Test drives equipment) TO LIFT: 1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Continuously 2. 10-20 lbs (Light) Frequently 3. 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally 4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally 5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) May lift up to 120-150 pounds (2 man lift) TO CARRY: 1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Frequently 2. 10-20 lbs (Light) Frequently 3. 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally 4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally 5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) Occasionally 1. Push/pull Occasionally Item: transmissions, tires & clutches 2. Climb/balance Occasionally Item: ladders & lift gates 3. Stoop/squat Frequently 4. Kneel/bend Occasionally 5. Bend Frequently 6. Reach above shoulder Occasionally 7. Grasp objects Frequently Type: 8. Manipulate objects Frequently type: 9. Twisting Occasionally Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law. The expected base rate for this role is between $30 and $35. 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: ___

Job DescriptionBenefits/Perks • Competitive Compensation, • Flexible Scheduling, • Career Advancement Opportunities, • Health Insurance (including vision and dental), • Uniform Allowance, • Paid Time Off, • Paid Holidays, • Employee Discount, • A licensed NY State Veterinary Technician who loves working with animals, • An independent worker, • Applies knowledge of drawing blood, and catheter placement minimizing patient discomfort., • Monitoring animals during surgery, keeping accurate records in surgery including drug sheet and anesthesia log., • Performs necessary diagnostics such as radiology and CT., • Monitor post-surgical patients, • Take vital signs and administer medications, • Fill medications, complete at-home dosage and discharge instructions for clients, • Maintain and order inventory itemsQualifications, • 2 Year Minimum of Veterinary Technician Experience, • Knowledge of animal care and handling, • Excellent communication skills, • Ability to multi-task and remain organized in a busy environment, • Patience and a love for animals, • A Team Player, excited to collaborate with others