Fleet Technician (DOT) - Foods

September 18, 2026

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Pay: $30.87 per hour
Location: JONESBORO, AR
Work Days: Monday -Friday
Start Time: 12am
End Time: 8:30am

$3,000 Sign-On Bonus for Eligible Hires

Minimum Qualifications

You are at least 21 years of age or older
You may be required to work on weekends, holidays as well as off shift
You have a valid D10K Certification
Your driver's license has not been suspended or revoked in connection with a moving violation within the past three (3) years
You can lift 50 pounds or more with or without a reasonable accommodation
You are able to climb, bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and stretch for extended periods with or without a reasonable accommodation
You have the ability to work in tight spaces for extended periods with or without a reasonable accommodation
You will be required to work on/under trucks for an entire shift (8 to 12 hours) with or without a reasonable accommodation

Maintain and repair fleet vehicles to keep drivers safe and on the road delivering beloved brands like Lay's, Doritos, and Cheetos. Your technical skill and preventative work ensure vehicles are reliable and communities stay stocked.

What You’ll Do

Maintain and repair fleet vehicles, including diagnosing mechanical issues and completing preventative maintenance
Work alongside experienced mechanics on more complex repairs and troubleshooting
Return vehicles to the traffic center when needed (CDL required)
Manage parts inventory and accurately charge parts and labor to work orders using provided systems
Build relationships with vendors when obtaining estimates for parts or outside labor

What to Expect

On-the-Job Training: Learn the role through hands-on and classroom training
High Energy Workplace: On the go for most of the day in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment that involves lifting, bending, and moving product throughout your shift
Health & Lifestyle Benefits: As a full‑time team member, you’ll be supported with competitive pay, meaningful benefits, and opportunities to grow a long‑term career at PepsiCo.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

PepsiCo is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Female / Minority / Disability / Protected Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity

Our Company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and all other applicable laws, including but not limited to, San Francisco Police Code Sections 4901 - 4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance; and Chapter XVII, Article 9 of the Los Angeles Municipal Code, commonly referred to as the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. If you'd like more information about your EEO rights as an applicant under the law, please download the available [1] EEO is the Law & [2] View the PepsiCo EEO Policy.

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