Refrigerated Container Technician

Launch Your Career with ConGlobal 

ConGlobal is hiring immediately for a key role in our global supply chain operations. Whether you’re looking to grow your career or gain new skills, this role offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and long-term advancement opportunities.

📍 Location: 3201 CenterPoint Way Joliet, Illinois 60436
💲 Starting Pay: $22.00 - $29.75/hour
🕐 Status: Full-Time | Immediate Hire

🕔 Schedule: Shifts vary 7 days a week, 24/7.  Schedule will be 5 days per week, 2 days off in a row, with some overtime as needed.

The Refrigerated Container Technician is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and conducting pre-trip inspections on Thermo King and Carrier refrigerated shipping containers. This role involves troubleshooting and performing maintenance on Thermo King and Carrier Gensets, ensuring that equipment is in optimal working condition to meet shipping and transportation needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diagnose and troubleshoot issues with Thermo King and Carrier refrigerated shipping containers and Gensets.

• Perform necessary repairs on refrigeration units, including electrical and mechanical components.

• Conduct pre-trip inspections to ensure proper functioning of refrigerated containers before shipment.

• Provide maintenance and corrective actions on Gensets (thermo-electric units).

• Ensure compliance with safety standards and procedures during all repair and diagnostic activities.

• Work closely with logistics and shipping teams to ensure timely and efficient container readiness.

• Maintain accurate records of repairs, inspections, and maintenance performed.

• Assist with ordering parts and managing inventory to ensure necessary tools and materials are available for repairs.

• Follow up on repair status and communicate with the team to meet deadlines and customer expectations.

Qualifications: 

• Proven experience as a Refrigerated Shipping Container Technician or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of Thermo King and Carrier refrigeration systems and Gensets.
• Ability to diagnose electrical, mechanical, and refrigeration issues.
• Experience with pre-trip inspections and troubleshooting techniques for refrigerated units.
• Strong communicator; communicates with co-workers, management, clients, and others in a courteous and professional manner
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with reading and understanding computer generated work orders
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Conforms with and abides by all work regulations, policies, procedures, safety rules and instructions
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• EPA Ceritifcation 
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a forklift.
• Willingness to obtain Forklift Certification
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Must pass a pre-employment background verification which may include a criminal background check and drug screening.

Preferred Skills:

• Certification in refrigeration or HVAC systems.

• Previous experience with refrigerated container repair and maintenance.

• Familiarity with safety protocols and environmental guidelines.

• Ability to handle high-pressure situations and prioritize tasks efficiently.

We offer competitive pay, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401(k), paid training, career advancement and more.