Reefer Mechanic

Position Summary: The Reefer Mechanic inspects, diagnoses, maintains, and repairs transport refrigeration units on the Company's fleet of refrigerated trailers and trucks. This role ensures that all reefer units operate safely, efficiently, and within required temperature-control specifications so that perishable and temperature-sensitive freight is protected throughout transit. The position is critical to minimizing equipment downtime, supporting on-time deliveries, and maintaining regulatory and safety compliance across operations. 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair transport refrigeration (reefer) units, including Thermo King and Carrier Transicold systems, on trailers and trucks 
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance, including oil and filter changes, belt replacement, and refrigerant level checks 
• Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, and microprocessor control faults on refrigeration units 
• Recover, recycle, evacuate, and recharge refrigerant in compliance with EPA Section 608 requirements 
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to verify units meet temperature and performance standards 
• Respond to road service calls and perform emergency repairs to minimize freight downtime 
• Maintain accurate work orders, service records, and parts-usage logs 
• Follow all Company safety policies and comply with Cal/OSHA and OSHA regulations 

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