Diesel Technician- Truck , Trailer, & Reefer- Pageland, SC
About The Position
Transport Refrigeration Services is seeking a skilled, motivated Diesel Technician to help maintain its fleet and keep trucks road-ready and reliable. The role involves servicing and repairing trucks, trailers, refrigeration systems, and auxiliary power units (APUs). Technicians may also perform general road service and operate forklifts, hoists, and company or customer vehicles. Reefer unit experience is a plus. The position is located in Pageland, South Carolina, and pays $30.50–$37.00 per hour based on experience. A $2 per hour differential is offered for night shifts, along with additional hourly pay for ASE certifications in brakes, suspension, and preventive maintenance. Transport Refrigeration Services provides fleet maintenance and refrigeration solutions for the transportation industry, including system installations, maintenance, and repairs.
Requirements
- Have a clean, valid driver’s license.
- Possess or obtain a toolbox and required tools.
- Have at least one year of shop experience performing DOT annual inspections or brake work, or have a technical 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
- $2 per hour shift differential for night shifts.
- Additional hourly pay for ASE certifications in brakes, suspension, and preventive maintenance.
- Paid time off that begins accruing on the first day.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options.
- Employer-paid basic life insurance and long-term disability insurance.
- Employer contributions to a health savings account on a biweekly basis.
- 401(k) with company match after one year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
