Reefer Tech
Listed on 2026-07-10
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic
Diesel Mechanic
Join Our Community of Food People!
Basic
Purpose:
To provide a safe and reliable fleet by performing preventative maintenance and proper repairs on all fleet equipment.
Tool allowance included to support your trade.
Our Diesel Mechanics start at $40.00 – $45.00/hour depending on experience!
Benefits:
- 401K with 2% automatic company contribution plus company match up to an additional 6%.
- Medical Benefits Start Day One!
- 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.
Schedule:
Tuesday-Sunday 6:30am start
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:
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 (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $40.00 -$45.00. This role may also receive overtime compensation.
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