Diesel Fleet Mechanic ($2,500 Sign on Bonus)

Description

We are seeking a Diesel Fleet Mechanic to support our North Mankato operations. This role focuses on maintaining and repairing company-owned fleet vehicles and equipment in a clean, organized, and safety-focused environment.

This position is ideal for a technician who values quality workmanship, preventative maintenance, and pride of ownership, and who is looking for a stable, long-term opportunity with consistent hours and strong support.

 To support this opportunity, we are currently offering a $2,500 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates who join our team. 

Why This Role Is Different

• Work on a dedicated fleet of company-owned vehicles and equipment, allowing for consistency and ownership
• Professional, well-maintained work environment with clear safety standards
• Strong emphasis on preventative maintenance and long-term reliability, not constant fire drills
• Predictable Monday–Friday schedule with no rotating shifts or on-call expectations
• Tool reimbursement is provided to support your trade and investment
• Opportunity to provide input and recommendations on equipment maintenance and replacement
• Be part of a collaborative operations team where your work directly supports daily success

About GPC

Join Gillette Pepsi Companies (GPC), a family-owned, independent beverage distributor proudly serving our communities with some of the most recognizable brands in the industry, including Pepsi, Rockstar, Starbucks, Celsius, Bubbl’r, and more.

Our success is driven by our people. Together, we work toward a simple but meaningful mission:
To be the best supplier of refreshing beverages…period. 

“A day in the life of a Fleet Maintenance Technician looks like:”

• Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, perform preventative maintenance, and repair mechanical and electrical issues in heavy diesel equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on company-owned equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, warehouse equipment, pallet wrappers, conveyors, air compressors, and more, ensuring all equipment meets manufacturer specifications and operates safely.
• Track, schedule, and complete manufacturer recalls and required repairs.
• Document maintenance and repair work accurately in detailed service reports.
• Provide monthly reports detailing labor and repair costs associated with company-owned equipment.
• Make recommendations for vehicle and equipment replacement or upgrades
• Assist with auto collision insurance claims involving company-owned vehicles
• Communicate repair needs and parts requirements to the Service Manager
• Comply with all safety standards and procedures
• Stay current with industry developments and continuously build skills and knowledge

What does it take to be a Diesel Fleet Mechanic?

· Possess a High School Diploma/GED

· Formal technical education or vocational training in heavy diesel mechanics is preferred. 

· Proven experience as a heavy diesel mechanic with a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience. 

· Strong knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulics and electrical systems. 

· Proficiency in using diagnostic tools and equipment. 

· Solid welding and fabrication skills

· Valid driver's license and clean driving record. 

· Possess Class A CDL or the ability to obtain a Class A CDL.

What does GPC have to offer you?

· Pay Range of $29.50-$35.40 per hour

· Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

· Health Savings Account and Flexible Medical and Dependent Care Spending Account

· 401(k) Plans and Automatic Retirement Contributions

· Company paid Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, and Short-Term Disability

· Supplemental Life insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance and Accident insurance 

· 100% Paid Maternity and Parental Leave

· Tuition Reimbursement

· Scholarship Program 

· 3 Weeks of Paid Vacation and 6 Paid Holidays per year

· Paid Volunteer Time Off

· Wellness Program

· Employee Assistance Program

· Employee Product Discounts

· Employee Recognition Program

What You Can Expect at GPC:

· We act with respect, kindness, and humility

· We are collaborative and team focused

· We expect and appreciate hard work

· We have the courage to change

Why join the GPC Team?

Be part of a family owned business that cares about its employees.  Our employees are why we succeed! We recruit motivated people, reward them and help develop them to reach their full potential while achieving our mission: To be the best supplier of refreshing beverages….period. If you are a motivated self-starter, we want you to join our GPC Team!

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action:

GPC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and is committed to equal opportunity for all qualified individuals and will not discriminate or harass any employee or applicant because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, nation origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or status as a disabled veteran, recently separated veteran, armed forces service medal veteran or other protected veteran who served on active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval or air service during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized under the laws administered by the Department of Defense (collectively, “covered veterans”) or other legally protected status.