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US Foods, Inc.
Fleet Reefer Technician
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What they do
A Refrigerated Truck Driver drives refrigerated trucks (aka reefers). Generally requires previous trucking experience due to time-sensitive nature of freight.
$38,204 / year median in Louisiana
-3% projected decline
Job Description
Fleet Reefer Technician US Foods, Inc.
- 3.2 Marrero, LA Job Details Full-time $36
- $40 an hour 16 hours ago Benefits Employee stock purchase plan Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching 401(k) 2% match Benefits from day one Life insurance Qualifications EPA Refrigeration Certification Troubleshooting refrigeration cycles Equipment troubleshooting High school diploma or GED Driver's License Technical troubleshooting support Hand tools Full Job Description
ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE?
PLEASEAPPLY 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.ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE?
PLEASEAPPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE JOIN OUR FLEET TEAM!
Tool allowance included to support your trade. Our Reefer Diesel Mechanics start at $36/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.Schedule:
Monday- Friday 8:00 AM
- 4:30 PM
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace and complete all required repairs on diesel reefer equipment (THERMOKING & 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 CertificationsLICENSES
Must possess a valid driver's license.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Ability to comply with EPA andOSHA & 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 certificationPHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS OCCASIONALLY
1%- 33 /
FREQUENTLY:
34%- 66% /
CONTINUOUSLY:
67%- 100% or
NEVER JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO
FREQUENCY:
STAND:
CONTINUOUSLY WALK
CONTINUOUSLYDRIVE 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
FREQUENTLYCLIMB/BALANCE 2
FREQUENTLYSTOOP/SQUAT
FREQUENTLY KNEEL:
FREQUENTLY BEND
FREQUENTLYREACH ABOVE SHOULDER
FREQUENTLY TWIST:
FREQUENTLY GRASP OBJECTS 3
FREQUENTLYMANIPULATE OBJECTS 4
FREQUENTLYMANUAL 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 $36.00- 40.
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