The duties listed below are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position.
Ensures proper safety precautions are observed and works in a very safe manner when performing all duties.
Diagnoses and performs major and minor repairs, overhauls, adjustments and cleaning to include inspection and replacement of broken or worn parts for the following:
Diesel Engines
Braking Systems
Trailer Body and Chassis
Air Conditioning Systems
Refrigeration Systems
Electrical Systems
Reefer Units
Reads and interprets manuals, drawings, and specifications.
Understands labor, material and equipment required to complete assignments.
Reads and interprets blueprints, sketches and rough drawings.
Performs preventative maintenance and service work and maintains all associated logs with proper documentation, per USF policy.
Review any equipment reports submitted by transportation employees, record actions/repairs taken and maintains a repair log per USF policy.
Comply with all USF and government guidelines regarding safety when working on equipment (i.e. Lock Out/Tag Out, placarding and required documentation, safe work environment, etc.)
Responsible for company tools and maintenance equipment used in performance of job duties, including inventory, maintenance, safe operation, proper storage, and security of tool area.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of equipment repair and operation; able to repair and overhaul fleet equipment; welding ability; able to read and write legibly; able to follow orders; basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide); able to work with little direct supervision;
***EOE Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***
Education / Training: High School education or equivalent required; reefer tech experience and welding skills required; additional mechanic training or trade school degree preferred.
Related Experience: A minimum of two or more years previous reefer tech /mechanic experience preferred.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: Knowledge of equipment repair and operation; able to repair and overhaul fleet equipment; welding ability; able to read and write legibly; able to follow orders; basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide); able to work with little direct supervision; May possess a current Class A or B CDL or must be able to obtain one within 180 days of employment.
