Diesel Technician- Truck , Trailer, & Reefer-Johnstown, NY-$5,000 sign on bonus
About The Position
Transport Refrigeration Services is hiring a Diesel Technician to maintain and repair trucks, trailers, refrigeration systems, and APU units. The role involves preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs, inspections, tire services, trailer body repairs, cleaning, and road service. Technicians operate forklifts, hoists, and company or customer vehicles and are expected to maintain a clean, organized work area. Reefer unit experience is a plus. The job is located in Johnstown, New York, and lists a salary range of $36.00–$41.00 per hour. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is available through October.
Requirements
- Clean, valid driver’s license.
- Must possess or obtain a toolbox and required tools.
- At least 1 year of shop experience performing DOT annual inspections or brake work, or a tech school certification.
Nice To Haves
- Reefer unit experience.
- ASE certifications in brakes, suspension, or preventive maintenance; additional hourly pay is offered for these certifications.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventive maintenance on trailers, trucks, refrigeration systems, and APU units.
- Troubleshoot and repair fuel, electrical, drivetrain, brake, suspension, and cooling systems.
- Replace brakes and service trailer ABS systems.
- Complete FHWA inspections and tire services, including mounting, balancing, and repairs.
- Repair trailer bodies, rear doors, and structural components.
- Perform interior and exterior trailer cleaning.
- Service APUs and perform general road service.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area.
- Operate forklifts, hoists, and company or customer vehicles.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
Benefits
- $5,000 sign-on bonus, eligible through October.
- $2 per hour shift differential for night shifts.
- Additional hourly pay for ASE certifications in brakes, suspension, and preventive maintenance.
- PTO accrues starting on day one.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options.
- Employer-paid basic life and long-term disability insurance.
- Employer contributions to a Health Savings Account (bi-weekly).
- 401(k) with company match after 1 year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
