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US Foods · Columbia SC

Reefer Mechanic

Columbia SC$28-$35 hourSkilled Trades & Maintenance

Listed on US Foods’s official careers site. Posted October 15, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.

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Job description

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! COME WORK FOR US FOODS®! Ready to build a career with a company that’s leading the foodservice industry? We help YOU make it! US Foods is one of the largest food distributors with a culture and history of promoting from within, excellent training programs and a continuous improvement focus.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 1:00 PM - 9:30 PM Pay range is $28-$35 hourly based on certifications and experience. Excellent Benefits starting DAY ONE!

Including

$75,000 Retention Bonus for qualified hires !!! $250 Quarterly tool allowance, that's $1,000 extra per year! Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision for Family Coverage. Paid vacation time, sick, and personal time. Employee uniforms and boots provided. 401K with FANTASTIC company match! Strong Safety Culture, newer equipment, and excellent local leadership and great place to work!

BASIC PURPOSE

To provide a safe and reliable fleet by performing preventative maintenance and proper repairs on all fleet equipment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Troubleshoot, diagnose, rebuild, replace and complete all required repairs on diesel equipment (i.e., tractors, trailers, bobtails, lift gates, etc.). Perform preventative maintenance within DOT standards. Receive road calls, assign third party vendor, and work with business partners on plan of action. Maintain a clean and safe work environment in compliance with workplace safety rules/regulations and government guidelines.

Utilize fleet maintenance software system tablet to fully document equipment repair and parts used. Backup to other maintenance shop personnel. Willingness and capacity to assume increased responsibility and certificates. Mentor other maintenance shop personnel. Other duties as assigned by manager.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must have 3 years of verifiable hands-on experience as a Fleet Reefer/Refrigeration technician. TK/Carrier Refrigeration Certifications. Must be willing to travel and attend training provided by US Foods. Diagnostic and troubleshooting competency relating to reefer equipment repairs. Successfully demonstrated independent analytical and problem-solving skills. Prior experience in administering appropriate PM program. Must furnish own personal hand tools.

Able to read and write legibly (e.g., to attend trainings, hold conversations, receive safety and job-related coaching, and enter information on reports if needed); basic mathematical skills (add, subtract, divide). Ability to read and understand technical and online service manuals. High school diploma or equivalent required. Computer and software experience/ Noregon Diag Equip/A/C Recovery, Etc. PREFERRED Able to repair and overhaul warehouse equipment PREFERRED Experience using fleet maintenance software PREFERRED Welding ability PREFERRED Valid Class A CDL license and DOT certification PREFERRED WORK ENVIRONMENT Onsite : The associate in this role is expected to perform assigned responsibilities inside a US Foods maintenance facility.

Must be willing to work in extreme temperatures and weather conditions.

Physical Requirements

JOB REQUIRES WORKER TO:

  • SIT Occasionally
  • STAND Frequently
  • WALK Frequently

DRIVE Occasionally (Test drives equipment) TO LIFT

  • 1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Continuously 2. 10-20 lbs (Light) Frequently 3. 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally 4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally
  • Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) May lift up to 120-150 pounds (2 man lift)

TO CARRY

1. 1-10 lbs (Sedentary) Frequently 2. 10-20 lbs (Light) Frequently 3. 25-50 lbs (Medium) Occasionally 4. 50-100 lbs (Heavy) Occasionally 5. Over 100 lbs (Very Heavy) Occasionally

Push/pull Occasionally Item

  • transmissions, tires & clutches

Climb/balance Occasionally Item

  • ladders & lift gates
  • Stoop/squat Frequently
  • Kneel/bend Occasionally
  • Bend Frequently
  • Reach above shoulder Occasionally

Manipulate objects Frequently type

  • Twisting Occasionally 1 (Push/Pull: Hand truck, gate, straps, metal ramp, truck door, dolly, boxes, truck gear shift) 2 (Climb/Balance: In/Out Truck/Trailer to cab. On/Off ramp to ground level and side doorsteps and Platform of trailer.

Stairs) 3 (Grasp Objects

Hand truck, boxes, cartons, steering wheel) 4 (Manipulate Objects: Boxes, dolly, metal truck ramp, hand truck, paperwork, truck gate, straps) 5 (Manual Dexterity: Typing, use of office machines such as copiers, printers) Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between $28 and $35.​ This role may also receive overtime compensation where applicable.

Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html . #LI-ED1 *EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/ Age/Genetic Information /Protected Veteran/Disability Status *

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