(USA) Truck Shop Refrigeration Technician - Lewiston, ME (2nd Shift)
Position Summary
Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on transport refrigeration units (TRUs) and other vehicle components, including trailers, tractors, and communication systems. Diagnoses and repairs electrical and refrigeration systems, maintains and repairs trailers, and performs various mechanical tasks such as tire changes and brake inspections.
What you'll do...
- Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on transport refrigeration units (TRUs) according to OEM procedures.
- Maintains and repairs refrigeration trailer interior walls, floors, doors, and accessories like bulkheads, evaporator guards, and remote controllers.
- Operates and diagnoses transport refrigeration units (TRUs) in normal diagnostic and service test modes.
- Diagnoses and repairs electrical systems of transport refrigeration units (TRUs) using technical manuals and diagnostic tools.
- Reclaims, recycles, checks for leaks, repairs, and recharges refrigeration systems of transport refrigeration units (TRUs).
- Reclaims, recycles, checks for leaks, repairs, and recharges tractor climate control systems, including heaters and air conditioning units.
- Installs and dismounts tires onto/off wheels using tire tools and machinery.
- Performs advanced axle alignments using electronic digital equipment.
- Conducts fuel sampling and completes necessary documentation.
- Assesses maintenance, repair, and replacement needs, identifies needed parts, and chooses the best possible solution.
- Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on all Walmart equipment, including tractors, trailers, road trucks, shop equipment, air compressors, forklifts, wash bays, and service vehicles.
- Completes work orders, records logs, and other written or computer-based documents in accordance with established procedures.
- Aids other technicians with equipment repair and maintenance.
- Complies with company policies, procedures, and standards of ethics and integrity.
- Respects individuals by embracing differences, supporting a culture of belonging, and fostering opportunities for all associates.
- Acts with integrity by maintaining high standards of ethics and compliance, acting selflessly, and supporting Walmart’s goal of becoming a regenerative company.
- Serves customers and members by delivering results, making decisions based on reliable information, and balancing short and long-term priorities.
- Strives for excellence by displaying curiosity, taking calculated risks, demonstrating courage and resilience, and driving continuous improvements.
Minimum Qualifications
- 3 years’ experience in trailer refrigeration maintenance and repair (e.g., diagnostic and component replacement).
- EPA Section 608 Refrigerant Handling Certification.
- Valid state-issued driver's license.
- Brake inspection qualified as defined in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, Section 396.25.
- Vehicle Inspection qualified as defined in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations, Section 396.19.
Preferred Qualifications
- Both Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and Department of Transportation (DOT) driver's certification.
- Maintaining tractors and trailers (e.g., preventative maintenance, repairs).
- Thermo King Master Tech, Carrier Master Tech, or equivalent certifications.
- Using computer applications (e.g., email, spreadsheets, word processing).
- ASE Certification.
Pay and Benefits
The hourly wage range for this position is $36.50 - $40.00. Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met.
Health benefits include medical, vision, and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase, and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, military leave pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.
Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.