Reefer Diesel Mechanic Technician at US Foods, Inc. summary: The Reefer Diesel Mechanic Technician is responsible for troubleshooting, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining diesel refrigeration equipment on fleet vehicles, primarily Thermo King and Carrier systems. This role involves preventative maintenance, mentoring other technicians, coordinating repairs, and maintaining safety compliance in a warehouse maintenance facility. Requires EPA and DOT certifications, hands-on experience, and the ability to use diagnostic software, with a schedule consisting of rotating shifts and potential travel for training. Join Our Community of Food People! Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the food service industry? We Help You Make It! Currently offering a $10,000 retention bonus paid out over two years. Ou r Diesel Mechanics start at $34.00 – $43.00/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. Similar roles may be: Diesel Technician, Fleet Mechanic, Reefer Mechanic, Trailer Mechanic, Reefer Technician" Schedule: Monday thru Friday with a 10am start time and Sunday thru Thursday with a 1:00pm start time 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. The expected base rate for this role is between $34.00 and $43.00/hr. As applicable, this role will alsoreceive 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: . Keywords: diesel mechanic, reefer technician, fleet maintenance, refrigeration repair, Thermo King, Carrier refrigeration, preventative maintenance, EPA 608 certification, DOT compliance, diagnostic software