Refrigeration Technician

Gateway Truck & Refrigeration; Collinsville (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 58,575; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for advancement

Monthly bonuses

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Company-paid short- & long-term disability insurance

Annual tool & boot reimbursements

Job summary

A family-owned dealership in Collinsville, IL is seeking a Refrigeration Technician. Responsibilities include performing mechanical repairs and preventive maintenance on refrigeration units. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and 2+ years of relevant experience. The role offers competitive pay, opportunities for advancement, and various benefits including health insurance and monthly bonuses. Join a supportive team that values pride in work.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a refrigeration tech or diesel mechanic preferred.
• Ability to obtain & maintain Department of Transportation (DOT) technical certification.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical repairs of refrigeration units and APUs in the shop and at customer locations.
• Perform all levels of preventive maintenance inspections and repairs.
• Diagnose malfunctions and update the customer on needed repairs.
• Identify warranty repairs and document properly on the repair order.
• Keep work area clean and safe.
• Complete required documentation for work order files and customer billing.

Skills

Safety Focused

Team Player

Process Oriented

Self-Aware: ability to handle stress under pressure

Motivated Problem Solver

Flexibility to meet changing demands

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

As a well‑known Carrier Refrigeration, Volvo Trucks, Hino, and TICO yard tractors dealership, we have 15 locations throughout Illinois, Missouri, Wisconsin, and Tennessee. Come join our hard‑working, longstanding, and highly reviewed branch in Collinsville, IL!

We are a family owned business that values our employees beyond just paying them for work. We want our employees to be proud of GTR and enjoy coming to work each day. We aren't afraid to train, so if you're interested in continuing your career, we'd love to meet you!

Job Duties

• Perform mechanical repairs of refrigeration units and APUs in the shop and at customer locations
• Perform all levels of preventive maintenance inspections and repairs
• Diagnose malfunctions and update the customer on needed repairs
• Identify warranty repairs and document properly on the repair order
• Keep work area clean and safe
• Complete required documentation for work order files and customer billing
• Other duties as assigned

Desired Competencies

• Safety Focused
• Team Player
• Process Oriented
• Self‑Aware: ability to handle stress under pressure
• Motivated Problem Solver
• Flexibility to meet changing demands

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience as a refrigeration tech or diesel mechanic preferred
• Ability to obtain & maintain Department of Transportation (DOT) technical certification
• Valid driver's license

Benefits

• Opportunities for advancement (company‑paid carrier module training)
• Monthly bonuses
• Health, dental, vision insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Company‑paid short‑ & long‑term disability insurance
• Annual tool & boot reimbursements

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Salary: $20.00 – $42.52 per hour