Trailer Maintenance Mechanic

Albertsons Companies is at the forefront of the revolution in retail. Committed to innovation and fostering a culture of belonging, our team is united with a unique purpose: to bring people together around the joys of food and to inspire well-being. We want talented individuals to be part of this journey!

Locally great and nationally strong, Albertsons Companies (NYSE: ACI) is a leading food and drug retailer in the U.S. We operate over 2,200 stores, 1,732 pharmacies, 405 fuel centers, 22 distribution facilities, and 19 manufacturing plants across 34 states and the District of Columbia. Our well-known banners include Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, ACME, Shaw’s, Tom Thumb, United Supermarkets, United Express, Randalls, Albertson’s Market, Pavilions, Star Markets, Market Street, Carrs, Haggen, Lucky, Amigos, Andronico’s Community Markets, King’s, Balducci’s, and Albertson’s Market Street.

Our vision is to be a retail leader admired for national strength with deep local roots, offering an easy, fun, friendly, and inspiring experience, no matter how customers choose to shop with us. We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities we serve, and strive to create a workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and resources, and can fully contribute to their and our company’s success

Bring your flavor

Building the future of food and well-being starts with you. Join our team and bring your best self to the table.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on tractors, trailers and other transportation equipment at specified mileage intervals as outlined in the preventative maintenance schedule to include engine, drive train, electrical, body, suspension, brakes, lights, safety equipment, etc.
• Inspect equipment and perform necessary repairs to ensure safe operation of the equipment. Troubleshoot and diagnose problems and equipment malfunctions.
• Make road calls locally or assist drivers via telephone if they are experiencing problems with equipment while on the road.
• Mechanics must provide and use their own basic tools and a locking toolbox. Large or specialized tools are provided by the company.
• Mechanics are required to complete work orders, change job assignments as needed, work independently and manage their time effectively to maximize output, or work together with other team members to ensure safe and efficient operations resulting in minimal downtime for equipment.
• Working as scheduled, following instructions, work rules, company policies and safety procedures are all essential functions of the job.
• Full-time work and overtime if compelled are required. May work on the day shift or night shift.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• Five years of experience in heavy duty tractor/trailer repair is preferred.
• May require a valid DOT physical card and a driver’s license.
• Certification in the use of refrigerants and recycling equipment may be required. Ability to complete appropriate documents in an efficient and legible manner.
• Basic computer skills are required.

• 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 tools, testing equipment and on-board computers.

  Mechanics must have the ability to drive a repair vehicle on public highways to perform emergency repairs on the road.

Skills and Experiences:

• Mechanical experience with heavy equipment and diesel engines.
• Experience with Volvo VN series tractors and Volvo Tech-Tool diagnostic equipment is preferred.
• Working knowledge of XRS (electronic logging device) preferred.
• A/C and air brake certifications are preferred.
• Experience in working as a member of a team to achieve common goals.
• Must possess good communications skills, both written and verbal.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Less than 10%

PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:

• Most work is performed in an enclosed shop in ambient and climate-controlled temperatures, some work is performed outside and in inclement weather.
• Manual dexterity, coordination and good balance are required. Work is frequently performed in a kneeling or squatting position. Frequently lifting and/or using a maximum force for replacement parts from 1 to 100 pounds.
• Must be able to stand, walk, work in close quarters, lay prone or tolerate awkward positions for lengthy periods; operate heavy repair equipment and work on ladders or elevated platforms.
• Occasionally lift up to 75 pounds, climb stairs, bend, stoop, kneel, reach overhead, twist and turn frequently.
• Mental alertness is necessary to ensure safe and accurate completion of work activities.
• Exposure to hazards exist within the work area and around tools, power equipment and industrial machinery requiring the ability to follow safety instructions and proper techniques to avoid injury to self or others.
• Exposure to diesel fuel, exhaust fumes, cleaning agents, noise, vibration, and severe weather conditions. Hands and arms are exposed to lubricants, sharp edged tools, and hot and cold surfaces.
• Occasionally drive tractor/trailers and operate other heavy equipment and machinery.
• The incumbent will use shop tools and equipment, calculators, keyboards, telephone, and other office equipment during the workday.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. All employees must comply with Company, Division, and Store policies and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties, and skills of personnel may vary within store and/or from store to store and the official job description will be provided during the application process.

Albertsons is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Consistent with applicable state and local law, the Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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