Shop Technician

Sonsray•Middletown, NY

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Sonsray Fleet Services is seeking a Shop Technician to diagnose, repair, and maintain transport refrigeration equipment, including Thermo King and Carrier refrigeration units, APUs, gensets, and V-series units. The role also performs installations and preventive maintenance, using diagnostic tools and refrigeration equipment to ensure work meets Sonsray’s quality and reliability standards. The position is based in Carlstadt, New Jersey, and is full-time, with a salary range of $25–$40 per hour, depending on experience. The technician maintains accurate service records by reviewing shop orders, preparing estimates, and documenting repairs needed or completed. The role may also include other duties assigned by management in support of dealership objectives. Work can take place in shop and outdoor conditions, and requires lifting up to 75 pounds.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience diagnosing and repairing Thermo King, Carrier, APUs, gensets, and V-series units.
Skill using diagnostic tools, scanners, and multi-meters.
Knowledge of freon systems, leak detection, soldering, and refrigeration component replacement.
Ability to perform preventive maintenance, installations, and accurate repair documentation.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and work in shop and outdoor conditions.
Basic computer literacy for diagnostics and repair logging.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair components of truck, trailer, V-series refrigeration units, gensets, and APUs.
Identify and repair equipment failures, including removing, replacing, and testing components with a multi-meter.
Address freon leaks by assembling and installing parts, soldering, and using specialized refrigeration equipment.
Perform preventive maintenance, component replacement, and service on refrigeration equipment.
Maintain transport refrigeration systems on trucks, trailers, APUs, V-series units, gensets, and buses using scanners, electronic test equipment, and onboard computers for diagnostics.
Install new Thermo King units on trailers, trucks, V-series units, and APUs as required.
Maintain accurate service records by reviewing shop orders and preparing estimates.
Document details of repairs needed or completed.
Perform other duties and functions as directed by management to support dealership objectives.

Benefits

Medical coverage with PPO and HSA options.
Dental, vision, and life insurance provided at no cost.
401(k) with competitive employer contributions.
80 hours of annual vacation, increasing with years of service.
Uniforms provided annually.
Annual boot voucher of $175.
One full paid day off annually for community volunteer work.
Birthday meal provided by Sonsray.
Annual holiday party, including covered airfare and hotel for the employee and a guest.
Emphasis on company growth and employee development.
Open-door policy and a collaborative environment with active owner and management involvement.