Reefer Mechanic
Listed on 2026-09-18
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Schedule
Sunday - Thursday, 11pm - 7:30am (OT available, not required)
Pay$37 - $45 hour based on certifications and experience.
Benefits- $250 Quarterly tool allowance, that's $1,000 extra per year!
- Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for Family Coverage.
- Paid vacation time, sick, and personal time.
- Employee uniforms and boots provided!
- 401K with FANTASTIC company match!
- Strong Safety Culture, newer equipment, and excellent local leadership and great place to work!
To provide a safe and reliable fleet by performing preventative maintenance and proper repairs on all fleet equipment.
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.
- 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 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.
Onsite:
The associate in this role is expected to perform assigned responsibilities inside a US Foods maintenance facility. Must be willing to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions.
- JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO: 1. SIT Occasionally
2. STAND Frequently
3. WALK Frequently
4. DRIVE Occasionally (Test drives equipment) - TO LIFT: 1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Continuously 2. 10-20 lbs (Light) Frequently 3. 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally 4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally
5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) May lift up to 120-150 pounds (2 man lift) - TO CARRY: 1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Frequently 2. 10-20 lbs (Light) Frequently 3. 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally 4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally
5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) Occasionally - 1. Push/pull Occasionally Item: transmissions, tires & clutches
2. Climb/balance Occasionally Item: ladders & lift gates
3. Stoop/squat Frequently
4. Kneel/bend Occasionally
5. Bend Frequently
6. Reach above shoulder Occasionally
7. Grasp objects Frequently - Type:
8. Manipulate objects Frequently type:
9. Twisting Occasionally 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 (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $35 and $45. This role may also receive overtime compensation where applicable. 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.
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