Diesel Technician- Truck , Trailer, & Reefer- Arcadia, FL

TRANSPORT REFRIGERATION SERVICES IN; Arcadia (FL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$2/hour night shift differential

ASE certification pay

PTO from day one

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employer-Paid Basic Life & LTD

HSA contributions (bi-weekly)

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Transport Refrigeration Services Arcadia, FL is seeking a skilled Fleet Service Truck Technician to keep our trucks and refrigeration systems road-ready. You’ll troubleshoot fuel, electrical, drivetrain, brake, suspension, and cooling systems and perform preventative maintenance on trailers, trucks, refrigeration, and APU units.

Requirements include a clean driver’s license, a toolbox, and 1+ year of shop experience with DOT inspections or brakes or tech school certification.

Qualifications

• DOT annual inspections or brakes experience or tech school certification are required.
• Clean, valid driver's license and toolbox with required tools.
• 1+ year of shop experience in relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on trailers, trucks, refrigeration, and APU units.
• Troubleshoot and repair fuel, electrical, drivetrain, brake, suspension, and cooling systems.
• Replace brakes and handle trailer ABS systems.
• Complete FHWA inspections and tire services (mount, balance, repair).
• Repair trailer bodies, rear doors, and structural components.
• Handle interior/exterior trailer cleaning.
• Perform APU service and general road service.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Operate forklifts, hoists, and company/customer vehicles.
• Reefer unit experience is a plus.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

DOT inspections

Brakes

Electrical systems

Drivetrain

Suspension

Cooling systems

APU service

Preventative maintenance

Road service

Refrigeration systems

Education

Tech school certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: TRS ARCADIA - ARCADIA, FL 34269

Salary Range: $26.75 - $40.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Any

We’re looking for a skilled, motivated Fleet Service Truck Technician to join our fast-paced and thriving team! You’ll be the driving force behind keeping our fleet in top-notch condition. From diesel engines to transmission systems, you’ll be the expert who ensures our trucks are road-ready, reliable, and roaring to go!

About Transport Refrigeration Services

We are a premier provider of fleet maintenance and refrigeration solutions for the transportation industry. With expert technicians, top-tier facilities, and a customer-first approach, we keep fleets running smoothly and cargo at peak quality. From system installations to ongoing maintenance and repairs, we’re your trusted partner in transportation success.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• $2/hour shift differential for night shifts
• Extra pay per hour for ASE certifications (Brakes, Suspension, PMs)
• PTO that starts accruing on day one
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (multiple plan options)
• Employer-Paid Basic Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employer Contributions to Health Savings Account (Bi-Weekly)
• 401(k) with company match (after 1 year)

Requirements

• Clean, valid driver's license
• Must possess or obtain a toolbox and required tools
• 1+ year of shop experience doing DOT annual inspections or brakes, or tech school certification

What You’ll Do

• Perform preventative maintenance on trailers, trucks, refrigeration, and APU units
• Troubleshoot and repair fuel, electrical, drivetrain, brake, suspension, and cooling systems
• Replace brakes and handle trailer ABS systems
• Complete FHWA inspections and tire services (mount, balance, repair)
• Repair trailer bodies, rear doors, and structural components
• Handle both interior/exterior trailer cleaning
• Perform APU service and general road service
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Operate forklifts, hoists, and company/customer vehicles
• Reefer unit experience is a plus
• Additional duties as assigned

No recruiting agencies, please.

Transport Refrigeration Services is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.