The Reefer Diesel Mechanic Technician diagnoses, repairs, and maintains diesel-powered refrigeration units on trailers, ensuring optimal functionality and safety. This role involves performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting complex systems like Thermo King and Carrier refrigeration, and mentoring other maintenance staff. The technician operates within a food service industry maintenance facility, following rigorous safety and regulatory standards with certifications such as EPA 608 and EPA 609 required.
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Ou r Diesel Mechanics start at $34.00 – $43.00/hour depending on experience!
Similar roles may be: Diesel Technician, Fleet Mechanic, Reefer Mechanic, Trailer Mechanic, Reefer Technician"
Schedule:
Monday thru Friday with a 10am start time and Sunday thru Thursday with a 1:00pm start time
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace and complete all required repairs on diesel reefer equipment (THERMO KING & CARRIER TRAILER REFRIGERATION SYSTEMS, Reefer Microprocessors, etc.).
Perform preventative maintenance within manufacturer standards.
Mentor other maintenance shop personnel.
Receive road calls, assign third party vendor, and work with business partners on plan of action.
Utilize fleet maintenance software system tablet to fully document equipment repair and parts used.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with workplace safety rules and regulations and government guidelines.
Willingness and capacity to assume increased responsibility and certifications.
Other duties as assigned by manager.
SUPERVISION :
N/A
RELATIONSHIPS
Internal: All Fleet Technicians, Drivers, Coordinators and Manager.
External: Dealer Service Managers.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Onsite : The associate in this role is expected to perform assigned responsibilities inside a US Foods maintenance facility.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Must have 3 years of verifiable hands-on experience as a Fleet Reefer/Refrigeration technician. TK/Carrier Refrigeration Certifications.
Must be willing to travel and attend training provided by US Foods.
Diagnostic and troubleshooting competency relating to reefer equipment repairs.
Successfully demonstrated independent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Must furnish own personal hand tools.
Ability to read and understand technical and online service manuals.
EDUCATION
High school diploma or equivalent required.
CERTIFICATIONS/TRAINING
EPA 608 (Type 2 or Universal) & EPA 609 Certifications
LICENSES
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to comply with EPA and OSHA & DOT regulations as pertaining to the shop and fleet.
Computer and software experience/ Noregon Diag Equip/A/C Recovery, Etc.
Able to repair and overhaul warehouse equipment.
Welding ability
Valid Class A CDL license and DOT certification
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS
OCCASIONALLY: 1% - 33 / FREQUENTLY: 34% - 66% / CONTINUOUSLY: 67% - 100% or NEVER
JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:
FREQUENCY:
STAND: CONTINUOUSLY
WALK: CONTINUOUSLY
DRIVE VEHICLE: FREQUENTLY
SIT: FREQUENTLY
LIFT
1-10 lbs (Sedentary): FREQUENTLY
11-20 lbs (Light): FREQUENTLY
21-50 lbs (Medium): FREQUENTLY
51-100 lbs (Heavy): FREQUENTLY
Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): OCCASIONALLY
CARRY
1-10 lbs (Sedentary): FREQUENTLY
11-20 lbs (Light): FREQUENTLY
21-50 lbs (Medium): FREQUENTLY
51-100 lbs (Heavy): OCCASIONALLY
Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy): OCCASIONALLY
PUSH/PULL 1: FREQUENTLY
CLIMB/BALANCE 2: FREQUENTLY
STOOP/SQUAT: FREQUENTLY
KNEEL: FREQUENTLY
BEND: FREQUENTLY
REACH ABOVE SHOULDER: FREQUENTLY
TWIST: FREQUENTLY
GRASP OBJECTS 3: FREQUENTLY
MANIPULATE OBJECTS 4: FREQUENTLY
MANUAL DEXTERITY 5: FREQUENTLY
1 (Push/Pull: Hand truck, gate, straps, metal ramp, truck door, dolly, boxes, truck gear shift)
2 (Climb/Balance: In/Out Truck/Trailer to cab. On/Off ramp to ground level and side doorsteps and Platform of trailer. Stairs)
3 (Grasp Objects: Hand truck, boxes, cartons, steering wheel)
4 (Manipulate Objects: Boxes, dolly, metal truck ramp, hand truck, paperwork, truck gate, straps)
5 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as copiers, printers)
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 $34.00 and $43.00/hr.
As applicable, this role will also receive overtime compensation.
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: .
diesel mechanic, reefer technician, trailer refrigeration, Thermo King, Carrier refrigeration systems, preventative maintenance, fleet maintenance, EPA 608 certification, diagnostic troubleshooting, diesel engine repair
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