Fleet Refrigeration Technician

Performance Food Group (New); Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in food distribution seeks a Refrigeration Technician for maintaining and repairing truck and trailer refrigeration systems. This role requires mechanical expertise and experience in diesel equipment, offering competitive pay and a sign-on bonus. Join a team dedicated to supporting America's food distribution with excellent benefits from day one.

Benefits

Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 4-6 years' experience with tractor trailer maintenance required.
• Specialized training in refrigeration components is necessary.
• Must own tools and have experience in heavy diesel equipment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair truck and trailer refrigeration units.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and replace components involving Freon.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and complete service on equipment.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Communication skills

Tool proficiency

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Refrigeration tools

Job description

Company Description

Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers - providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

Job Description

Position Details:

• $35.00 per hour up to $44.50 per hour, depending on experience - $5,000 Sign On Bonus
• Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm
• Benefits Day 1 of Employment, Tool Allowance, Quarterly Safety Incentive, Free Uniforms and Boot Allowance

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Summary:

A Refrigeration Technician will diagnose, overhaul, adjust, and repair all series of motor truck and trailer equipment with the primary focus on all refrigeration unit maintenance equipment designed for commercial trucks and trailers. Troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace and complete all required repairs on commercial reefer equipment.

Position Responsibilities:

• Troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of components on truck and trailer reefer units.
• Maintaining transport refrigeration unit on trucks and trailers by performing diagnostics using scanners, electronic test equipment, and onboard computers.
• Supports the company's college recruiting efforts by developing relationships with partner universities and participating in recruiting activities to attract students to job openings.
• Completing preventive maintenance, component replacement, and service to refrigeration equipment.
• Maintains truck and trailer refrigeration units and truck's APU by reviewing shop orders.
• Repairing failures; removing, replacing, and testing for Freon leaks, assembling and installing parts and components involving soldering, welding, and the use of refrigeration equipment.
• Installing various new units on trailers, trucks, and vans.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Required Education: High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent

Required Experience:

4 - 6 years' experience with tractor trailer maintenance.

Must have specialized training and experience in the overhaul of refrigeration components.

Must have mechanical experience in heavy diesel equipment / electrical diagnostics.

Proficiency in the use of all necessary tools of trade is required.

Must have ability to move frequently, stand, walk, and sit and regularly lift or move up to 50lbs and occasionally lift or move up to 100lbs/45kg.

Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment.

Willingness to travel as necessary, work the required schedule and work at the specific location.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Must own your own tools.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Professional Certification(s): Thermo King or Carrier Certification, 608/609 certifications

Preferred Experience:

6 - 10 years' experience with tractor trailer maintenance.

EEO Statement

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.