Diesel Mechanic- Anchorage DC

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, Randall’s, Tom Thumb, Carrs, ACME, Jewel-Osco, Lucky, Shaw’s, Star Market, Super Saver, United Supermarkets, Market Street and Amigos.

The Supply Chain Anchorage Distribution Center has an opening for a Diesel Mechanic. 

This position is located in Anchorage, Alaska.

Albertsons Culture Principles

• Compassion: We always treat each other with kindness and respect


• Team: We always support and recognize each other


• Inclusive: We always value everyone's perspective


• Learning: We always strive to grow and develop ourselves and others


• Competitive: We always act with integrity to win over the customer


• Ownership: We always take actions to drive our success

ADDITIONAL REMARKS:

This is a Distribution Center and predominantly union environment. Typical noise would be associated with material handling equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts. Since these management duties take place in a warehouse environment, temperatures can range from minus 15 degrees to ambient. Operations are 24/6. Position requires a variety of schedules such as swing shifts, graveyards, weekends, and holidays.

Diversity is fundamental at Safeway. We foster an inclusive working environment where the different strengths and perspectives of each employee is both recognized and valued. We believe that building successful relationships with our customers and our communities is only possible through the diversity of our people. And a diverse workforce leads to better teamwork and creative thinking, as well as mutual understanding and respect.

The Safeway policy is to provide employment, training, compensation, promotion and other conditions of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, medical condition, marital status or any other legally protected status.

We support a drug-free workplace – all applicants offered a position are required to pass a pre-employment drug test before they are hired.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Responsibilities:

• Perform preventative maintenance on diesel tractors, trailers, and refrigeration units.


• Troubleshoot and repair equipment problems.


• Repair any equipment problems and answer drivers’ telephone request for assistance with equipment failure while out on the road.


• Maintain and repair all equipment to include engine, starting and charging, electrical, body, wheels, brakes, suspension, and interior.


• Must supply own tools up to 1/2” drive size with the proper toolbox, including air tools.


• Follow company procedures and ensure a safe work environment.


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


• All other duties as assigned to include but not limited to; facility maintenance tasks, MHE, HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Ammonia Refrigeration System

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED certification


• Valid DOT physical card and a driver’s license.


• Must have certification in the use of refrigerants, recycling equipment, AC, and heavy brakes.


• Must have the ability to drive a repair vehicle off the premises 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 a day.

Preferred:

• Mechanical or trade school certification


• Strong electrical background with Volvo / Cummins experience


• Welding -- TIG, MIG, Stick