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Lead Technician

TRANSPORT REFRIGERATION SERVICES IN
Shafter, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/14/2026
Lead Technician – Transport Refrigeration Services, Inc.
Location: Shafter, CA Job Type: Full-Time

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 Services
As 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 Here
  • Shift Differential: $2/hour additional pay for 2nd & 3rd shifts
  • Incentives: Extra pay for ASE certifications (Brakes, Suspension, PMs
  • Comprehensive Benefits:
    • PTO that starts accruing on your first day
    • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (multiple plan options)
    • Bi-weekly Employer Health Savings Account contributions
    • Employer-paid Basic Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
    • 401(k) with company match after 1 year
  • Career Growth: Opportunities to advance in a fast-growing, dynamic company

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

What You’ll Do as a Lead Technician
As 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 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 minor and major 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

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)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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