Reefer Technician / Maintenance Technician

Mechanics Hub; Town of Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Profit sharing

Job summary

Mechanics Hub in Hempstead, NY seeks a Reefer Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain refrigerated transport equipment. You will perform both shop diagnostics and field service calls, reporting to the Service Manager within a collaborative team focused on quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.

Ideal candidates bring 12+ years of mechanical experience, a valid driver's license, and comfort with electrical systems.

Qualifications

• 12 years of mechanical experience in automotive, heavy-duty truck, or related field.
• Valid, insurable driver's license.
• Ability to operate smartphones and tablet-based work order systems.
• Comfort working with electrical systems and components.
• Reliable and punctual attendance.
• Willingness to learn reefer-specific systems.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain reefer units in shop and on customer sites.
• Perform field service calls on customer locations as needed.
• Conduct diagnostics and component exchanges as required.
• Collaborate with Service Manager and teammates to ensure quality workmanship.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Hands-on problem solving

Valid driver's license

Mobile device proficiency

Electrical systems comfort

Reliability & punctuality

Willingness to learn

Tools

Diagnostic software

Cloud-based platforms

Job description

Reefer Technician / Maintenance Technician position based in Hempstead, New York. This role involves diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining refrigerated transport equipment (reefer units) in a fast-paced, family-owned service facility. Work includes both shop-based diagnostics and component exchanges, as well as field service calls on customer sites. The position reports to the Service Manager and works within a collaborative team environment focused on quality workmanship and customer satisfaction.RequirementsMust-haves: Mechanically inclined with hands-on problem-solving ability 12 years of mechanical experience (automotive, heavy-duty truck, or related field) Valid, insurable driver's license Ability to operate smartphones and tablet-based work order systems Comfort working with electrical systems and components Reliable and punctual attendance Willingness to learn and adapt to reefer-specific systemsNice-to-haves: 3+ years of reefer equipment experience Carrier or Thermal King (TK) certifications ASE or OEM-level certifications Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Experience with diagnostic software and cloud-based platformsCompensation & Benefits Wage Range: $25$50/hour (based on experience level)Maintenance Technician: $25$35/hourExperienced Reefer Technician: $40$50+/hour Overtime: Paid after 40 hours per week double time for scheduled holidays On-Call Pay: $250 flat call pay per week on rotation 3-hour minimum per call plus additional hourly pay for work exceeding minimum Health Insurance: Begins after 3060 days of employment 401(k): Eligible after one year 3% employer contribution profit sharing distributed annually (when applicable) Vacation & Sick Time: 2 weeks vacation + 5 sick days annually Uniforms: Provided Service Vehicle: 14-foot box truck available for field mechanics with appropriate parkingHours Standard Schedule: 8:00 AM 5:00 PM, MondayFriday On-Call Rotation: Week-long rotating shifts with sporadic evening/night calls Overtime Availability: Variable weekly overtime (010+ hours depending on call volume and shop demand) Work Environment: Mix of shop-based work (diagnostics, component exchanges, electrical work) and field service calls at customer locations Shop Facilities: 6 bays, climate-controlled, well-maintained with proper safety equipment#MHP