Experienced Reefer Technician / Diesel Technician - Rockford, IL
Experienced Reefer Technician / Diesel Technician – Rockford, IL
Transport Refrigeration, Inc. (TRI) | Thermo King Dealer
📍 Rockford, IL
🕒 Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 1st Shift
💰 $55,000–$100,000/year – Based on Experience
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🔧 Experienced Technicians – Build Your Career in Transport Refrigeration
Transport Refrigeration, Inc. (TRI) is opening a new location in Rockford, IL and is looking for experienced Reefer Technicians / Transport Refrigeration Technicians to join our growing team.
We're also interested in experienced Diesel Technicians, Diesel Mechanics, Trailer Technicians, and Heavy-Duty Technicians who have strong mechanical and diagnostic skills and want to develop their expertise in transport refrigeration.
If you've spent several years working in the diesel, trailer, automotive, HVAC, or heavy-duty equipment industry, TRI will provide the Thermo King training and hands-on experience you need to become a skilled transport refrigeration technician.
💰 Pay & Benefits
- $55,000–$100,000/year, based on experience
- Monday–Friday, 1st shift
- Monthly Technician incentive up to $500
- Quarterly shop productivity bonus up to $1,000
- PTO begins accruing Day 1
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Multiple medical plan options
- Company HSA contributions
- Company-paid Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) with company match
- Boot & safety glasses allowance up to $100 for each per year
- Paid training and certification support
- Career advancement opportunities
- Benefits begin the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment
🚛 What You'll Do
As a Reefer Technician, you'll diagnose, service, and repair equipment used to keep refrigerated transportation operating safely and efficiently.
- Diagnose, repair, and maintain transport refrigeration units
- Perform preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs
- Diagnose and troubleshoot diesel engines, electrical systems, and refrigeration systems
- Service and repair APUs and diesel-powered heaters
- Diagnose and repair truck cab A/C and HVAC systems
- Perform electrical troubleshooting and component replacement
- Perform road service calls and participate in an on-call rotation after training
- Use OEM diagnostic software, test equipment, shop tools, hoists, and other service equipment
- Complete repairs within standard repair times while maintaining quality and safety
- Maintain a clean, organized, and professional service environment
🎓 Experienced Diesel Technicians – We'll Train You in Refrigeration
You don't need years of refrigeration experience to join TRI.
If you already have a strong background as a Diesel Technician, Diesel Mechanic, Trailer Technician, Heavy-Duty Technician, HVAC Technician, or Automotive Technician, we'll provide training to help you develop specialized transport refrigeration and Thermo King skills.
You'll receive:
- Paid hands-on training
- Thermo King factory training
- Transport refrigeration system training
- Opportunity to earn Thermo King Certi-Tech certification
- Training in refrigeration, electrical, HVAC, and APU systems
- Ongoing technical development and career advancement
✅ What We're Looking For
- Several years of professional experience as a technician preferred
- Experience as a Reefer Technician, Diesel Technician, Diesel Mechanic, Trailer Technician, Heavy-Duty Technician, HVAC Technician, or similar
- Strong mechanical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
- Experience with diesel engines, electrical systems, HVAC, trailers, or heavy-duty equipment
- Refrigeration experience is preferred but not required for experienced diesel/heavy-duty technicians
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent technical experience
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to obtain and maintain required technician tools/toolbox
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Professional, dependable, and safety-focused
- Driven to continue developing technical skills and certifications
- Willingness to work overtime when needed
🏆 Certifications & Training
TRI supports technicians in developing industry-recognized certifications, including:
- Thermo King Certi-Tech
- EPA 608
- EPA 609
- Additional technical and manufacturer training
🌟 Why Join TRI?
Transport Refrigeration, Inc. is a growing Thermo King dealership providing sales, service, and OEM parts for transport refrigeration systems, heavy-duty mobile A/C systems, APUs, and diesel-fired heaters.
Our Rockford location is a new opportunity to join the team early and help build a successful service operation.
You'll work on a variety of trucks, trailers, refrigeration systems, APUs, and HVAC equipment while developing specialized skills that can take your career beyond traditional diesel or trailer repair.
At TRI, we invest in experienced technicians, technical training, teamwork, and long-term career growth.
📩 Ready for Your Next Step?
If you're an experienced Reefer Technician, Transport Refrigeration Technician, Diesel Technician, Diesel Mechanic, Trailer Technician, Heavy-Duty Technician, or HVAC Technician looking for a new opportunity in Rockford, IL, apply today!
Transport Refrigeration, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
No recruiting agencies, please.