Lead Technician

Transport Refrigeration Inc; Grandview Township (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Shift differential

ASE incentives

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Transport Refrigeration Services, Inc. is seeking a skilled Lead Technician to manage a shift and lead a team in refrigeration and truck/trailer repairs. The role emphasizes hands-on technical work, leadership, quality, and safety in a fast-paced fleet service environment.

You’ll perform diagnostics, PMs, DOT inspections, and road service while coordinating work orders and ensuring customer satisfaction. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities accompany this position.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Technician and/or Supervisor.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Obtain a toolbox and required tools.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing shift operations, ensuring work is completed on time and to high standards.
• Assigning tasks to technicians and managing the flow of work.
• Answering customer service calls, assisting with needs, and creating work orders.
• Ensuring safety and compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Troubleshooting and repairing refrigeration units using OEM software, reading codes, and diagnosing electrical issues.
• Handling repairs for truck and trailer systems: fuel, coolant, electrical, drivetrain, brakes, suspension, and more.
• Conducting PM services on trailers, refrigeration units, and APU units.
• Performing FHWA/DOT inspections on trucks and trailers.
• Brake and ABS brake system replacements.
• Tire repairs and replacements for trucks and trailers.
• Structural, rear door, and electrical trailer repairs.
• Performing APU repair and troubleshooting.
• Performing road service work, servicing company vehicles, and maintaining equipment.
• Maintaining a clean and organized shop environment.
• Leading by example and adhering to company and customer standards.

Skills

Leadership

Diesel mechanic

Refrigeration tech

Team management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

OEM software

Electrical diagnostics tools

Job description

Lead Technician – Transport Refrigeration Services, Inc. Location: Grandview, WA, United States Job Type: Full-Time*$5,000 Sign on Bonus - expires 9/30/26* Join Our Team as a Lead Technician!Transport Refrigeration Services, Inc. is seeking a skilled and experienced Lead Technician to join our dynamic fleet service team. If you’re a diesel mechanic, refrigeration technician, or lead technician with a passion for leadership and hands-on technical work, this is the role for you! Take on a leadership role that empowers you to manage and guide a team, while keeping our fleet running at its best. About Transport Refrigeration ServicesAs a trusted leader in fleet maintenance and refrigeration solutions for the transportation industry, we ensure that vehicles and refrigeration units stay in top condition, helping businesses move goods efficiently and safely. Join us at Transport Refrigeration Services and be part of a team that’s committed to excellence and growth. Why You’ll Love Working HereShift Differential: $2/hour additional pay for 2nd & 3rd shiftsIncentives: Extra pay for ASE certifications (Brakes, Suspension, PMs)Flexible Scheduling: 3x12 or 4x10-hour shiftsComprehensive Benefits:PTO that starts accruing on your first dayMedical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (multiple plan options)Bi-weekly Employer Health Savings Account contributionsEmployer-paid Basic Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance401(k) with company match after 1 yearCareer Growth: Opportunities to advance in a fast-growing, dynamic company Job Requirements & QualificationsProven experience as a Technician and/or SupervisorHigh school diploma or equivalentValid driver’s licenseObtain a toolbox and required toolsStrong leadership skills with a focus on quality and safety️ What You’ll Do as a Lead TechnicianAs the Lead Technician, you'll manage your shift while ensuring your team meets repair and maintenance deadlines. Your responsibilities include:Overseeing shift operations, ensuring work is completed on time and to high standardsAssigning tasks to technicians and managing the flow of workAnswering customer service calls, assisting with needs, and creating work ordersEnsuring safety and compliance with company policies and proceduresTroubleshooting and repairing refrigeration units using OEM software, reading codes, and diagnosing electrical issuesHandling repairs for minor and major truck and trailer systems: fuel, coolant, electrical, drivetrain, brakes, suspension, and moreConducting PM services on trailers, refrigeration units, and APU unitsPerforming FHWA/DOT inspections on trucks and trailersBrake and ABS brake system replacementsTire repairs and replacements for trucks and trailersStructural, rear door, and electrical trailer repairsPerforming APU repair and troubleshootingPerforming road service work, servicing company vehicles, and maintaining equipmentMaintaining a clean and organized shop environmentLeading by example and adhering to company and customer standards Learn More About the Job!Check out our video to get a glimpse of our team in action and learn why Transport Refrigeration Services is a great place to grow your career.Transport Refrigeration Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.No recruiting agencies, please. Apply directly to join a top-notch team as a Lead Technician with Transport Refrigeration Services!Benefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Health savings account* Life insurance* Paid time off* Vision insuranceWork Location: In person