Travel Refrigeration Trailer Technician/Mechanic

About the role

Amerit Fleet Solutions, a leader in fleet maintenance across the U.S., is hiring a skilled Travel Reefer Trailer Technician/Mechanic to join their team in Topeka, KS. If you take pride in keeping reefer units running reliably and enjoy diagnosing complex refrigeration systems, this is an excellent opportunity to build your career with a stable, growing national company that values skilled technicians.

Responsibilities

• Perform timely repairs and maintenance on reefer (refrigeration) units, including diesel-powered refrigeration systems
• Diagnose and troubleshoot refrigeration, electrical, and mechanical issues on trailer reefer units
• Complete preventive maintenance (PMs) and service on A/C and refrigeration systems
• Conduct DOT inspections and trailer repairs when reefer units are in working condition
• Ensure vehicles and refrigeration units meet safety and compliance standards
• Accurately document repairs and complete work orders
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including your tools and equipment
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies
• Collaborate with supervisors and team members to support fleet operations

Requirements

• 5+ years’ of hands-on experience working on reefer units and trailer refrigeration systems
• Strong proficiency and working knowledge of reefer (diesel-powered refrigeration) units, PMs, and A/C systems
• EPA Section 608 Certification required
• Required experience repairing refrigeration units (diesel engine) on heavy-duty trailers
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to own and maintain the personal tools and toolbox required for the role
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Willingness and ability to meet the physical demands of the position (lifting heavy objects, accessing tight spaces, bending, stooping, crouching, or crawling)

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to pass standard pre-employment screenings, including drug screen and DOT physical (if required)

Skills

• EPA Section 608 Certification
• Strong mechanical skills
• Proficiency in diesel-powered refrigeration systems
• Experience with preventive maintenance and DOT inspections

Benefits

• Weekly Pay - Reliable paycheck every Friday
• Start Fast - Medical, dental, vision within 30 days
• 401(k) Match - Plan for your future
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Boot Allowance & Safety Gear Reimbursement
• Training Through Amerit University
• ASE Certification Reimbursement & Bonuses
• Employee Referral Bonuses (Up to $500)
• Career Advancement Opportunities Nationwide

Pay & Schedule

• Pay $35.00 - $48.00/hour (based on experience)
• Pay Frequency: Weekly pay - every Friday
• Schedule: Typically 14 days of travel, 5 days off (flexible)

Why Amerit?

• Reliable paycheck every Friday
• Medical, dental, vision benefits start fast
• 401(k) match for retirement planning
• Paid time off for vacations, holidays, and sick leave
• Boot allowance and safety gear reimbursement
• Training through Amerit University
• ASE certification reimbursement and bonuses
• Opportunities for career advancement nationwide

What You’ll Do

Perform timely repairs and maintenance on reefer (refrigeration) units, including diesel-powered refrigeration systems

Diagnose and troubleshoot refrigeration, electrical, and mechanical issues on trailer reefer units

Complete preventive maintenance (PMs) and service on A/C and refrigeration systems

Conduct DOT inspections and trailer repairs when reefer units are in working condition

Ensure vehicles and refrigeration units meet safety and compliance standards

Accurately document repairs and complete work orders

Maintain a clean and organized work area, including your tools and equipment

Follow all safety procedures and company policies

Collaborate with supervisors and team members to support fleet operations

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years’ of hands-on experience working on reefer units and trailer refrigeration systems
• Strong proficiency and working knowledge of reefer (diesel-powered refrigeration) units, PMs, and A/C systems
• EPA Section 608 Certification required
• Required experience repairing refrigeration units (diesel engine) on heavy-duty trailers
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to own and maintain the personal tools and toolbox required for the role
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Willingness and ability to meet the physical demands of the position (lifting heavy objects, accessing tight spaces, bending, stooping, crouching, or crawling)

Working Conditions

• This role involves working in a mobile and/or shop environment that may include exposure to dust, diesel fumes, noise, and mechanical irritants such as oils and greases
• Technicians must be able to perform essential functions that include lifting heavy objects, accessing tight spaces, and bending, stooping, crouching, or crawling as needed to complete repairs
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job

Ready to Join a Growing Team?

Apply today to join Amerit Fleet Solutions and build a career with a company that values safety, reliability, and skilled technicians.