Tractor Trailer Mechanic (Reefer)

Pay:

• $25-28/hour (DOE)

SCHEDULE:

• 10am – 6:30pm
• Sunday – Thursday

SUMMARY:

Performs repairs and preventive maintenance on reefer tractor trailers.

RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports to the Shop Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Repairs and required preventive maintenance of refrigeration units on trailers
• Inspect, troubleshoot, diagnose, and perform maintenance on equipment
• Perform safety inspections of equipment and prepares safety documents required by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), company and any other Federal, State or Local regulations
• Interpret work orders and technical manuals
• Repair or replace defective parts, components or systems
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that the work meets manufacturer’s specifications and legislated regulations
• Ability to DOT a trailer preferred
• Prior Trailer refrigeration experience is preferred. Must be an effective communicator and team player of the MHFF warehouse.
• Maintain clean cab (smoking permitted only as indicated) .
• Re-fuel and Wash unit.
• Re-attach tractor to yard power supply when required (seasonal).
• Any other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Maintenance experience and/or training required.
• May be required to complete certification and/or formal training in area of specialty.
• At least 18 years of age
• Able to pass all pre-employment screens
• Must have a current driver’s license

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High School graduate or equivalent

COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS:

Ability to communicate and work well with personnel at all levels within the organization.

PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS:

Prepares in advance for known fluctuations in workloads.

PHYSICAL NEEDS:

• Able to stand for long periods while working with and around machinery.
• Able to work in various temperatures, from refrigerated areas to extremely warm temperatures.
• Able to stoop, bend and crouch on a regular basis to check equipment or supplies in low- lying areas.
• Able to lift 60 pounds once an hour and 10 to 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Able to raise arms overhead repeatedly while lifting 30 pounds.

REQUIRED PPE:

• Steel toed shoes
• Face Mask
• Safety Vest

Mile Hi Companies is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to ensuring equal opportunity for all applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Mile Hi Companies will consider for employment for all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.

Mile Hi Companies participates in the E-Verify program.

Mile Hi Companies is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities.