Transport Refrigeration (Reefer Unit) Maintenance Technician

Transport Refrigeration (Reefer Unit) Maintenance Technician Rapid Care New Lenox, IL Job Details Full-time $21.00 - $49.50 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications EPA Refrigeration Certification Refrigerated trailer High school diploma or GED Driver's License Electrical systems Plumbing Driving EPA 608 Technician Certification Electrical diagnostics Mechanical troubleshooting Service technician experience Full Job Description Job Summary We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Transport Refrigeration (Reefer Unit) Maintenance Technician to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting refrigeration units used in transport vehicles to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety standards. Your expertise will help keep our fleet running smoothly, minimizing downtime and ensuring the integrity of temperature-sensitive cargo. This position offers an exciting opportunity for technicians with a passion for mechanical systems, HVAC/R technology, and field service excellence to make a tangible impact in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on reefer units, including ammonia refrigeration systems and HVAC components. Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration issues using schematics, technical manuals, and diagnostic tools such as ohmmeters. Conduct troubleshooting and repairs on refrigeration compressors, condensers, evaporators, thermostats, sensors, and control systems. Utilize HVAC design principles and plumbing knowledge to optimize unit performance and ensure compliance with safety standards. Conduct field service operations including appliance repair, equipment maintenance, welding repairs, and component replacements on transport refrigeration units. Interpret schematics and technical diagrams to accurately diagnose issues and execute repairs efficiently. Maintain detailed service records, logs of repairs performed, parts used, and system diagnostics for compliance and future reference. Qualifications Proven experience as a service technician with a focus on refrigeration systems, HVAC/R equipment, or property maintenance. Strong mechanical knowledge with hands-on experience in appliance repair, plumbing, welding, boiler systems, or similar fields. Familiarity with ammonia refrigeration systems used in transport or industrial settings is highly desirable. Ability to read schematics and technical manuals; experience with HVAC design principles is a plus. Proficiency using diagnostic tools such as ohmmeters; experience with electrical troubleshooting is essential. Prior field service experience working on transport or commercial refrigeration units preferred. Valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Join us to be part of a team dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of transportation refrigeration technology! Your expertise will directly contribute to operational efficiency while ensuring the safety and reliability of our fleet. We value proactive problem-solvers who thrive in hands-on environments—if you're passionate about mechanical systems and refrigeration technology, we want to hear from you!

Pay:

$21.00 - $49.50 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Describe your experience as a service technician with a focus on refrigeration systems.

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Refrigerated trailer: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

EPA Refrigeration Certification (Required) Drivers license (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person