Transport Refrigeration (Reefer) Mechanic

Category :
Transport Refrigeration (Reefer)
Contract :
Full Time
Experience :
Mechanical Education / Training
Geographical area :
British Columbia
Contact :
Steve Domonkos

Position Title: Transport Refrigeration (Reefer) Mechanic

Location: Surrey, BC

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Status: Permanent Position

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday; 8:00AM to 4:30 PM

Who is ColdFront?

For over 50 years ColdFront has been at the leading edge of climate control products and service for transportation and industry. A recent acquisition has resulted in ColdFront not only doubling in size but also extending our scope across Western Canada.

What is the Role?

The Transport Refrigeration (Reefer) Mechanic role is located at our Surrey office (Port Kells, BC) and reports directly to the Shop Charge Hand. The Transport Refrigeration (Reefer) technician performs technical tasks to aid in the assembly, installation, operation, maintenance and repair of variable speed and diesel driven cooling/heating systems, components and mechanical equipment on trucks, trailers and intermodal containers.

Responsibilities of this position include:

  • The Transport Refrigeration Technician will maintain and repair truck and trailer reefer units
  • Main duties will be to troubleshoot, diagnosis, and repair components on transport refrigeration units
  • Conduct quality preventative maintenance responsibilities
  • Ensure work is completed to standard
  • Other shop duties as assigned

Required Education, Skills and Qualifications

  • Mechanical Education/Training with a recognized Post-Secondary Trade Institution
  • Work effectively as both a team player and an individual contributor
  • Excellent communication skills; listening, written and oral
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively
  • Proficiency with all tools of the mechanical trades
  • Previous experience with Reefer and A/C units (Carrier – Transicold and Thermo King reefers and APU’s, Webasto & Proheat heaters) in the transportation industry
  • Previous experience working on refrigerated and heated trailers would be an asset
  • Ability to read wiring diagrams and diagnose electrical systems would be an asset
  • Technical and mechanical aptitude

Now that you’re interested, what do you do next?

If this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, please submit your resume today.

We welcome all applications; however only those candidates who meet the requirements and are shortlisted will be contacted.

ColdFront is an equal opportunity employer.

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