Reefer Technician

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE

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.

Reefer Mechanics may earn up to $45.00 per hour PLUS overtime!

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 – Saturday – 12pm – 830pm
• Similar roles may be: Diesel Technician, Fleet Mechanic, Reefer Mechanic, Trailer Mechanic, Reefer Technician
• 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 (for example: state minimum wage thresholds).  The expected base rate for this role is between $35.00 to $45.00

This role may 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: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html .

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