Reefer Mechanic Technician

Company: US Foods, Inc.
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: December 2, 2025

Job Description:

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. Reefer Mechanic will be responsible for the troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of the Fleet road equipment including tractor, trailer, thermo-king, converter dolly and maintenance vehicles. Ensure compliance with all State and Federal trucking regulations. Reefer Mechanics will also be responsible for the documentation, completion, and to keep current the maintenance logs for all repairs and parts used daily. Our Reefer Diesel Mechanics Technicians start at $36.50 Reefer Mechanics earn clean and safe shop bonuses, uniform allowance, tool allowance, and continuous growth and training opportunities! We help you make it! US FOODS® is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promotion from within, excellent training programs, a continuous improvement focus. Schedule: Sunday -Thursday Third Shift 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) Your efforts are the foundation that defines US FOODS® success based on our pillars of cultural beliefs, work ethic, collaborative spirit, and service. 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 $36.50 - 40 As applicable, this role will also receive overtime compensation, incentive compensation based on productivity and quality, 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. Stay updated by following US Foods on any of our social media platforms at the bottom of the page! EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/ Age/Genetic Information /Protected Veteran/Disability Status

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