Reefer Tech

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

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!

• 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

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 $40.00 -$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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