Reefer Mechanic Gold River ( 1st Shift)

Posted 9 days ago

pinnacle equipmentGold River (CA)

SENIORITY

Junior

About the role

Description:

1st Shift: 6:00AM - 4:30PMPosition 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

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of two (2) years' experience servicing transport refrigeration units (Thermo King, Carrier Transicold) or comparable diesel/HVAC equipment
EPA Section 608 Universal Certification
Valid California driver's license with a satisfactory driving record
Working knowledge of diesel engines, electrical systems, and refrigeration diagnostics, including the ability to read technical manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams

Preferred Skills and Experience:

Physical Demands:

Work Environment:

Outdoor work (yards, loading areas, client sites)
Exposure to varying temperatures (heat/cold)
Exposure to moderate/high noise levels
Fast-paced, high-volume operational environment Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to any status protected by applicable law. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. The statements should not be construed as an exhausted list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. There may be additional duties outside the normal responsibilities to be performed as needed. PI78b5ca927fd7-29400-41372027

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