Refrigeration Fleet Mechanic

Currently offering a $10,000 retention bonus paid out over two years. Tool allowance included to support your trade.

Our Reefer Mechanics start at $40.00 – $42.00/hour depending on experience! 401K with 2% automatic company contribution plus company match up to an additional 6%.

Medical Benefits Start Day One!

We offer weekly pay, low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for Family Coverage.

Paid vacation time, sick, and personal time.

Employee uniforms provided.

Strong Safety Culture, newer equipment, and excellent local leadership.

Monday thru Friday 10:00am- 6:30pm

• 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.

N/A

Internal:
All Fleet Technicians, Drivers, Coordinators and Manager.

External:
Dealer Service Managers.

Onsite:
The associate in this role is expected to perform assigned responsibilities inside a US Foods maintenance facility.

• 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.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• EPA 608 (Type 2 or Universal) & EPA 609 Certifications.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

• Ability to comply with EPA, OSHA & DOT regulations as pertaining to the shop and fleet.
• Computer and software experience (e.g., Noregon Diag Equip/A/C Recovery, etc.).
• Welding ability.

Frequency of activities:
- Stand:
Continuously
- Walk:
Continuously
- Drive vehicle:
Frequently
- Sit:
Frequently

Lift:
Frequently 1-10 lbs (Sedentary), Frequently 11-20 lbs (Light), Frequently 21-50 lbs (Medium), Frequently 51-100 lbs (Heavy), Occasionally >100 lbs (Very Heavy)
Carry:
Frequently 1-10 lbs, Frequently 11-20 lbs, Frequently 21-50 lbs, Occasionally 51-100 lbs, Occasionally >100 lbs
Push/Pull:
Frequently (Hand truck, gate, straps, metal ramp, truck door, dolly, boxes, truck gear shift)
Climb/Balance:
Frequently (In/Out Truck/Trailer to cab, On/Off ramp, stairs)
Grasp Objects:
Frequently (Hand truck, boxes, cartons, steering wheel)
Manipulate Objects:
Frequently (Boxes, dolly, metal truck ramp, hand truck, paperwork, truck gate, straps)
Manual Dexterity:
Frequently (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 $40-$42 per hour. 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.