Diesel Technician - Truck, Trailer & Reefer - Fort Wayne, IN

TRANSPORT REFRIGERATION SERVICES IN • Fort Wayne, IN

27d • $31 - $37 • Onsite

About The Position

Transport Refrigeration Services is hiring a Truck Technician for its fleet service team in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The technician services trucks, trailers, refrigeration units, and APUs to keep transportation fleets road-ready and cargo in good condition. Work is performed outdoors, independently from a service van with limited resources. The position operates on the day shift and is full-time. The listed pay range is $30.50–$37.00 per hour. Additional hourly pay is available for ASE certifications in brakes, suspension, and preventative maintenance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Obtain a toolbox and required tools.
• At least one year of hands-on experience performing DOT inspections, brake work, or preventative maintenance, or completion of a technical school program.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and commitment to quality work.
• Ability to work independently out of a service van with limited resources.
• Ability to perform all work outdoors.

Nice To Haves

• Refrigeration unit experience is a strong plus.
• ASE certifications in brakes, suspension, or preventative maintenance qualify for extra hourly pay.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on trailers, trucks, refrigeration units, and APUs.
• Diagnose and repair fuel, electrical, drivetrain, brake, suspension, and cooling systems.
• Replace brakes and service trailer ABS systems.
• Perform FHWA inspections, tire mounting, balancing, and repairs.
• Repair trailer bodies, doors, and structural components.
• Clean trailer interiors and exteriors.
• Service APUs and perform general road service as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Operate forklifts, hoists, and company or customer vehicles.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid time off begins accruing on day one.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options.
• Employer-paid basic life insurance and long-term disability.
• Bi-weekly employer contributions to a health savings account.
• 401(k) with company match after one year.
• Career growth in a high-demand technical field.
• Supportive, safety-focused work environment.
• Extra hourly pay for ASE certifications in brakes, suspension, and preventative maintenance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED