Technician (Reefer Mechanic)

TEEMA; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 57,914 - 64,044; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contribution of $5.03/hr

Job summary

TEEMA is seeking a Technician (Reefer Mechanic) in Coquitlam, British Columbia. This hands-on role involves diagnostics, installation, and maintenance of refrigeration systems in trucks and containers. Ideal candidates will have mechanical aptitude and be open to multiple Red Seal trades or relevant experience. The position offers a salary range of $42.04/hr to $46.49/hr plus a pension. Strong troubleshooting and customer service skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Open to multiple Red Seal trades or relevant experience in refrigeration systems.
• Experience as Transport Refrigeration Technician, Heavy Duty Equipment Technician, or similar trades valued.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics, repair, installation, and maintenance on refrigeration systems.
• Work with truck/trailer refrigeration units and HVAC systems.
• Participate in on-call rotation for mobile techs.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Education

Relevant trade experience/Red Seal certification

Job description

Job Title: Technician (Reefer Mechanic)

Job ID: 87500

Location: Coquitlam, British Columbia

Overview

The Transport Refrigeration Technician is responsible for diagnostics, repair, installation, and maintenance of refrigeration systems on trucks, trailers, and containers. This is a hands‑on, physically demanding role suited for mechanically inclined individuals who enjoy troubleshooting and working in the field.

Responsibilities

• Truck/trailer refrigeration units (reefers)
• HVAC and AC systems
• Container refrigeration units and gensets
• Perform installations of reefer units
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues
• Ensure all work meets company standards
• Provide strong customer service on-site
• Participate in on‑call rotation (mobile techs)

Qualifications

• Open to multiple Red Seal trades OR relevant experience, including: Transport Refrigeration (Reefer) Technician (no formal Red Seal required if experienced)
• Heavy Duty Equipment Technician Red Seal
• Automotive Service Technician Red Seal
• Diesel Engine Technician Red Seal
• Commercial Transport Technician Red Seal

Note: Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability can outweigh exact trade background.

Salary/Rate Range: $42.04/hr – $46.49/hr + $5.03/hr pension (typical starting level for Red Seal)