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Transport Refrigeration (Reefer) Technician

  • Calgary, AB
  • On-site
  • Posted Sep 24, 2026
  • 1 position

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education
Professional degree
Apply by
Oct 1, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Entry level

Job summary

The technician will troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair transport refrigeration units and associated mechanical components. They are also responsible for conducting preventative maintenance and performing on-call mobile repairs for remote customers.

Job details

Category : Transport Refrigeration (Reefer) Contract : Full Time Experience : Mechanical Education / Training Geographical area : Alberta Contact : Steve Domonkos Transport Refrigeration (Reefer) Technician Location: Calgary, AB Full/Part Time: Full Time Status: Permanent Position Work Schedule: Monday to Saturday What is the Role? The Transport Refrigeration (Reefer) Technician role is based out of our Calgary, Alberta Shop and reports directly to the General Manager. There will be an "On-Call" Mobile component to this role, as at times you will be required to work off site providing and performing technical tasks to aid in the assembly, installation, operation, maintenance and repair of cooling/heating systems, components and mechanical equipment to our remote customers. Responsibilities Of This Position Include Transport Refrigeration (Reefer) Technician will maintain and repair trailer reefer (refrigerator) units Main duties will be to troubleshoot, diagnosis, and repair components on refrigeration units Conduct quality preventative maintenance responsibilities Ensure work is completed to standard Other shop related duties as assigned Required Education, Skills And Qualifications Journeyman preferred Education/Training with a recognized Post-Secondary Trade Institution Work effectively as both a team player and an individual contributor Excellent communication skills; listening, written and oral Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively Proficiency with all tools of the trade Previous experience with Reefer and A/C units (Carrier - Transicold reefers and APU’s, Webasto & Proheat heaters) in the transportation industry Previous experience working on refrigerated and heated trailers Technical aptitude Valid Driver's License Now that you’re interested, what do you do next? If this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, please submit your resume today. We welcome all applications; however only those candidates who meet the requirements and are shortlisted will be contacted. ColdFront is an equal opportunity employer. Send by mail Apply for the job Firstname * Name * Address * Zip code * City * State * Country * Phone * Mobile * Email * Your CV * (Upload limit : 50M) Your covering letter (Upload limit : 50M) I agree to the saving of my personal data for the processing of my application. [ Back ]

What you’ll do

The technician will troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair transport refrigeration units and associated mechanical components. They are also responsible for conducting preventative maintenance and performing on-call mobile repairs for remote customers.

Requirements

Candidates should have a Journeyman certification or relevant trade institution training and experience with reefer and A/C units. A valid driver's license and strong technical aptitude are required for this role.

Listed skills

  • Time management · Preferred
  • Teamwork · Preferred
  • Troubleshooting · Preferred
  • Multitasking · Preferred
  • Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

  • Troubleshooting
  • Diagnosis
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Refrigeration units
  • Carrier Transicold
  • APU maintenance
  • Webasto heaters
  • Proheat heaters
  • Mechanical repair
  • Technical aptitude
  • Multitasking
  • Time management
  • Communication skills
  • Teamwork

Job areas

  • Trades
  • Transportation
  • Manufacturing
  • Logistics

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