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Diesel Mechanic (Reefer & Trailer Repair) – 3 or 4-Day Workweek
📍 Gordonsville, VA
🕒 Full-Time | Thursday - Saturday, 4:00 PM - 4:30 AM or Sunday - Wednesday, 5:30 PM - 4:00 AM
💰 $26.75–$40/hour (based on experience) $2/hour night shift premium!
🛠️ Work a shorter week & get more days off!
Join Transport Refrigeration Services, Inc. as a Diesel, Trailer, or Reefer Technician and take your career to the next level! You’ll work with a skilled, supportive team maintaining truck and trailer fleets that keep essential goods moving nationwide. We offer top pay, excellent benefits, and a schedule built for better work-life balance.
🎥 Watch our team in action!
🏭 About Transport Refrigeration Services
As a leading provider of fleet maintenance and refrigeration solutions, we are dedicated to keeping transportation fleets running smoothly and cargo at peak quality. Our expert team ensures that every truck, trailer, and refrigeration unit is serviced with the highest standards of care. With top-tier facilities and a customer-first approach, we’re proud to power the essential movement of goods across the nation.
🤝 Why You'll Love Working Here
- Competitive Pay: $26.75 - $40 per hour, based on experience
- Shift Differential: Earn an additional $2/hour for overnight shifts
- Incentives: Extra pay for ASE certifications (Brakes, Suspension, PMs)
- Flexible Schedule: Work a 3 or 4-day week, to enjoy more days at home!
- Generous Benefits:
- PTO accrual starting day one
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (multiple plan options)
- Employer contributions to Health Savings Account (bi-weekly)
- Employer-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with company match after 1 year
- Career Growth: Opportunities to expand your skill set and advance in a growing company
✅ Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 1 years of experience in diesel, trailer, or refrigeration maintenance (DOT annual inspections & air brakes required)
- Valid driver’s license
- Obtain a toolbox and the required tools
- Strong work ethic and team-oriented attitude
🛠️ What You’ll Do
As a Diesel Technician, Trailer Technician, or Reefer Technician, your role will involve a variety of important tasks, including:
- Preventative maintenance on trailers, trucks, refrigeration units, and APUs
- Brake replacements, suspension repairs, and DOT/FHWA inspections
- Diagnosing electrical systems & ABS brake system repairs
- Tire services, including mounting, dismounting, balancing, and flat repairs
- Structural repairs on trailers, rear door replacements, and washouts
- Troubleshooting APUs and providing road service calls
- Maintaining a clean and organized shop, as well as servicing company vehicles
- Safely operating forklifts, hoists, and other tools
- Performing additional duties and responsibilities as needed
Transport Refrigeration Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
No recruiting agencies, please. Apply directly today and take the first step toward an exciting career with Transport Refrigeration Services, Inc.!
Salary : $27 - $40