Reefer Technician/Diesel Technician - Oak Creek, WI
Listed on 2026-10-01
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Diesel Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Automotive Technician
Job Details:
Job Location:
OAK CREEK OFFICE - OAK CREEK, WI 53154, Salary Range: $55,000.00 - $ Salary/year, Job Shift: 1st Shift, Experienced Reefer Technician / Diesel Technician – Oak Creek, WI
Transport Refrigeration, Inc. (TRI), your local Thermo King dealer in Oak Creek, WI, is looking for experienced Reefer Technicians / Transport Refrigeration Technicians to join our growing team.
We're also interested in experienced Diesel Technicians, Diesel Mechanics, Trailer Technicians, and Heavy-Duty Technicians who have strong mechanical and diagnostic skills and want to develop their expertise in transport refrigeration.
If you've spent several years working in the diesel, trailer, automotive, HVAC, or heavy‑duty equipment industry, TRI will provide the Thermo King training and hands‑on experience you need to become a skilled transport refrigeration technician.
Pay & Benefits- $55,000–$100,000/year, based on experience
- Monday–Friday, 1st shift
- Monthly Technician incentive up to $500
- Quarterly shop productivity bonus up to $1,000
- PTO begins accruing Day 1
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Multiple medical plan options
- Company HSA contributions
- Company-paid Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) with company match
- Boot & safety glasses allowance up to $100 for each per year
- Paid training and certification support
- Career advancement opportunities
- Benefits begin the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment
- Diagnose, repair, and maintain transport refrigeration units
- Perform preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs
- Diagnose and troubleshoot diesel engines, electrical systems, and refrigeration systems
- Service and repair APUs and diesel-powered heaters
- Diagnose and repair truck cab A/C and HVAC systems
- Perform electrical troubleshooting and component replacement
- Perform road service calls and participate in an on-call rotation after training
- Use OEM diagnostic software, test equipment, shop tools, hoists, and other service equipment
- Complete repairs within standard repair times while maintaining quality and safety
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional service environment
You don't need years of refrigeration experience to join TRI.
If you already have a strong background as a Diesel Technician, Diesel Mechanic, Trailer Technician, Heavy-Duty Technician, HVAC Technician, or Automotive Technician, we'll provide training to help you develop specialized transport refrigeration and Thermo King skills.
You’ll receive:
- Paid hands‑on training
- Thermo King factory training
- Transport refrigeration system training
- Opportunity to earn Thermo King Certi-Tech certification
- Training in refrigeration, electrical, HVAC, and APU systems
- Ongoing technical development and career advancement
- Several years of professional experience as a technician preferred
- Experience as a Reefer Technician, Diesel Technician, Diesel Mechanic, Trailer Technician, Heavy‑Duty Technician, HVAC Technician, or similar
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
- Experience with diesel engines, electrical systems, HVAC, trailers, or heavy‑Duty equipment
- Refrigeration experience is preferred but not required for experienced diesel/heavy‑Duty technicians
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent technical experience
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to obtain and maintain required technician tools/toolbox
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Professional, dependable, and safety‑focused
- Driven to continue developing technical skills and certifications
- Willingness to work overtime when needed
- Thermo King Certi-Tech
- EPA 608
- EPA 609
- Additional technical and manufacturer training
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