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Transport Refrigeration (Reefer) Technician

@ Manitoulin Group of Companies

Alberta

On-siteFull-time
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Overview

Manitoulin Group of Companies is hiring a full-time Transport Refrigeration (Reefer) Technician for its fleet maintenance team. The role keeps refrigeration and heating units running and also covers general trailer maintenance, on a Monday to Thursday weekday night shift from 21:00 to 07:30. The posting offers competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits program, profit sharing and tuition reimbursement.

Responsibilities:

  • Diagnose and repair refrigeration and heating units
  • Perform preventative maintenance and leak testing
  • Safely recover and recharge refrigerant systems
  • Interpret electrical diagrams to diagnose controls
  • Weld and braze refrigerant piping and lines

Requirements summary:

  • Solid experience troubleshooting refrigeration and heating units
  • Proven experience in general trailer repair and maintenance
  • Trailer technician licence preferred
  • Team-first attitude and adaptability

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Benefits mentioned

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Employer posting date
2026-03-11
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-09

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Job details

SeniorityMid level
DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Hours per week38
Scheduleovernight
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingPlant or factory, Vehicle
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
Licences & certificationsLicensed Trailer Technician
Perks mentionedTuition support, Performance bonus

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Full company description

Manitoulin Transport is a leading Canadian transportation and logistics solutions provider. As a single-source carrier, we offer a wide array of transportation services, including expedited-over-the-road LTL/TL, transborder, intermodal, private fleet, guaranteed service, temperature controlled and dangerous goods. Manitoulin leverages its extensive network to deliver services to major rural and urban areas. Our North American distribution covers more than 80 Canadian terminals and over 250 U.S. service centres. The Manitoulin network is supported by its state-of-the-art technology by providing 24/7 online shipping assistance. For more information, visit http://www.manitoulintransport.com

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Reported office locations
  • 7035 Ordan Drive, Mississauga, ON L5T 1T1, CA
  • 154 Hwy 540B, PO Box 390, Gore Bay, Ontario P0P1H0, CA
Business categories
  • Finance
  • Biotechnology
Other recorded names
  • Manitoulin Group of Companies
  • Manitoulin Transport
Specialties
  • Expedited LTL/ TL Road Service
  • Rail Intermodal Service
  • Transborder Service
  • Private Fleet Service
  • Temperature Controlled Service
  • and Dangerous Goods Service
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Manitoulin Transport is a leading Canadian transportation and logistics solutions provider. As a single-source carrier, we offer a wide array of transportation services, including expedited-over-the-road LTL/TL, transborder, intermodal, private fleet, guaranteed service, temperature controlled and dangerous goods. Manitoulin leverages its extensive network to deliver services to major rural and urban areas. Our…

FieldValue
IndustryTruck Transportation
Company size51-200 employees
HeadquartersMississauga, ON
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1960
SpecialtiesExpedited LTL/ TL Road ServiceRail Intermodal ServiceTransborder ServicePrivate Fleet ServiceTemperature Controlled Serviceand Dangerous Goods Service
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Company Description

Manitoulin Transport has the most extensive transportation network in North America, making it easy to provide dependable on-time delivery and faster transit times. Sustained by its 65 years of experience, Manitoulin developed transportation knowledge that is relied on and trusted by clients in various industries.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Reefer Technician to join our fleet maintenance team. While your primary focus will be keeping our refrigeration units and heating units running, you will also be a key part of our trailer maintenance team.

Shift will be on our weekday night shift, Monday to Thursday, 2100-0730.

Key Responsibilities

  • Diagnostics & Repair: Troubleshoot and repair components on refrigeration and heating units, including compressors, motors, controls, and evaporators.

  • Preventative Maintenance: Conduct routine inspections, test for leaks, and calibrate systems to ensure optimal performance.

  • System Charging: Safely handle, recover, and recharge systems with refrigerants (e.g., R-22, R-410A).

  • Electrical Work: Read and interpret electrical diagrams and wiring schematics to diagnose control systems.

  • Fabrication: Use welding and brazing equipment to connect or repair piping and refrigerant lines.

Qualifications

  • Reefer Expertise: Solid experience troubleshooting refrigeration and heating units.

  • Trailer Skills: Proven experience in general trailer repair and maintenance.

  • Licensing (Preferred): Licensed Trailer Technicians are highly preferred and will be compensated accordingly.

  • Adaptability: A "team-first" attitude and the willingness to switch between specialized reefer work and general mechanical tasks.

Additional Information

What do we offer to you?

  • Competitive Wages
  • Comprehensive Benefits Program
  • Profit Sharing Opportunities
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Opportunities for growth and advancement

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