Transport Refrigeration Inc. of Madison is an authorized Thermo King dealership. Thermo King is the recognized leader in manufacturing refrigeration and heating systems for cargo transport. Our systems are installed on semi trailers and trucks to haul food, pharmaceuticals, and other temperature sensitive products. Thermo King also manufactures the TriPac APU system installed on class 8 Semi-trucks to provide the driver with A/C, heat, and power during their break periods. TriPac is the #1 selling diesel APU in the world. Do you want to stand out from the crowd and achieve professional growth? Our technicians install and service these critical systems to keep our nation’s food supply chain going. Technicians in our industry have a unique opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of not only diesel engines, but also refrigeration and power electronics.
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Transport Refrigeration Inc. of Madison is an authorized Thermo King dealership. Thermo King is the recognized leader in manufacturing refrigeration and heating systems for cargo transport. Our systems are installed on semi trailers and trucks to haul food, pharmaceuticals, and other temperature sensitive products. Thermo King also manufactures the TriPac APU system installed on class 8 Semi-trucks to provide the driver with A/C, heat, and power during their break periods. TriPac is the #1 selling diesel APU in the world. Do you want to stand out from the crowd and achieve professional growth? Our technicians install and service these critical systems to keep our nation’s food supply chain going. Technicians in our industry have a unique opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of not only diesel engines, but also refrigeration and power electronics.
The shop is heated during the winter but there is no A/C
6-8 technicians, 2 installers, 2 service writers, 1 route sales, 1 account manager, 2 parts people
Shop hours: Monday-Friday, 7-10pm Shifts are 7:00am-3:30pm, 3:00 pm-10:00pm
Most OEM specialty tools, specialty Thermo King tools, diagnostic laptops are available for use, reclaiming units, vacuum pumps, any large shop equipment
Climate controlled break room has kitchenette with a TV
4 Bays at this location
We average 250 repair orders monthly
The technicians work with our parts department for their parts needs
An associate who engages in outside employment assumes the responsibility to ensure that such employment does not, in any way, interfere with their responsibilities to meet Transport Refrigeration’s performance expectation or in any way compete with Transport Refrigeration
Recession proof industry because this is an essential business. This is a unique environment where we offer emergency services for the trucking industry.
Yes, we offer on the job training with computer based learning. We also offer Thermo King courses and certifications.
We are a nation-wide company that prefers to promote within whether that be with cross training or into a management role
We do performance based reviews; we also meet with our technicians several times each year to discuss their development path.
Fall protection, overhead crane, forklift training, trailer spotting equipment, First aid and CPR training as needed.
More experienced technicians work with newer technicians through on the job training that covers best practices, diagnostic, and technical applications.
We invite local high schools to visit the shop. We offer apprentice programs for high school students interested in a hands on program.
We offer tours for local high schools and apprenticeships for high school students.
We continue to expand services provided to our customers. In other locations we are doing major trailer repair, and DOT inspections. Our sister company TRS services trucks, trailers, and APUs.
Because we service specialized equipment the majority of the training is done in house, on the job. Without hands on experience, gaining the knowledge needed to effectively service this equipment is very difficult. Once our technicians graduate to the Master level of certifications with Thermo King they are highly skilled at diagnosing and troubleshooting complex systems.
Yes. We have an online application form that typically takes 10 minutes to complete. Please visit us at https://www.trcompanies.com/careers.
Yes. Once an applicant applies our recruiter contacts them to set up short 15 minute phone interview to discuss their previous experience.
Our in person interviews are typically one hour with the applicant meeting with the Operations Manager of the location. Topics discussed will be past work experience, skill level determination, career goals, and ultimately to see if their are a good fit for the company culture.
We perform a background check along with a Motor Vehicle Record check for candidates after their onsite interview. We perform a drug screen before employment begins.
No
A candidate that interviews well will typically will go through a background check that can take 1-7 days to complete. Once the background check comes back, the candidate is sent an offer letter and a clinic appointment for a pre-employment drug screen. If a candidate is not the right fit for the role, they will usually receive a rejection notice within 72 hours.
The hiring process can take anywhere from 1-3 weeks to complete.
Pay is based on experience level. We offer monthly and quarterly bonuses for Installers. All of our Installers are eligible for the following: -Quarterly shop bonus up to $4,000/year -Monthly Productivity bonus up to $6,000/year -Ability to advance to TK Technician -Paid on the job training -Monday through Friday schedule. No weekends!
Pay is based on experience level. We offer monthly and quarterly bonuses for technicians. All of our TK Technicians are eligible for the following: -$10,000 New Hire Incentive Program for your first year -Quarterly shop bonus up to $4,000/year -Monthly Productivity bonus up to $6,000/year -Tuition reimbursement up to $7,200 -Raises for obtaining certifications and joining on call rotation
Pay is based on experience level. We offer monthly and quarterly bonuses for technicians All of our Master TK Technicians are eligible for the following: -Quarterly shop bonus up to $4,000/year -Monthly Productivity bonus up to $6,000/year -Bonus pay for in on-call rotation
Pay is based on experience level. We offer monthly and quarterly bonuses for trailer technicians. All of our Trailer Technicians are eligible for the following: -Quarterly shop bonus up to $4,000/year -Monthly Productivity bonus up to $6,000/year
Health Insurance | Offered | We offer health insurance through Anthem. Full time associates are eligible for coverage the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment. Associates are able to choose between the following: -Anthem Traditional plan which induces a $2,000 deductible for singles and a $4,000 deductible for families. -Anthem Health Savings Account (HSA) Plan that has a $4,000 deductible for singles and an $8,000 deductible for families. Associates who choose this plan also receive company provided funds into their HSA account. |
Dental Insurance | Offered | We offer dental insurance through Delta Dental. Full time associates are eligible for coverage the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment. |
Vision Insurance | Offered | We offer vision insurance through Delta Vision. Full time associates are eligible for coverage the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment. |
Retirement Plan | Offered | We offer a 401k plan through JP Morgan. All employees are auto-enrolled to contribute to their 401k on the first of the month following 60 days of employment at a 1% rate. Employer match at $0.50 per $1.00 you contribute up to 5% of your compensation. |
Sick Leave | Offered | Part of the paid time off (PTO) program |
Vacation | Offered | We offer a competitive paid time off (PTO) policy that starts accruing day one of employment. PTO is earned every pay period and is able to be used as soon as it's earned. New full time associates can expect to earn 12 days off their first year in addition to the paid holidays. |
Paid Holidays | Offered | We offer 7 Paid Holidays for our associates. Full time associates are eligible for paid holidays the first of the month following 60 days of employment. The holidays are: -New Years Day -Memorial Day -Fourth of July -Labor Day -Thanksgiving Day -Christmas Day -Floating Holiday (Day after Thanksgiving or Christmas Eve) |
ST / LT Disability | Offered | We offer a 100% company paid Long-Term Disability. We offer a Short-Term Disability plan that associates can opt in to. |
Life Insurance | Offered | We offer life insurance that is 100% company paid that is equivalent to 1 X annual salary. Associates are able to opt in to additional life insurance options as well. |
Uniforms | Offered | Uniforms are provided to associates at no cost. |
Other | Offered | Associates are offered a $75 boot allowance for their work shoes. Any associate that requires a prescription for their safety glasses is also offered a $100 allowance towards purchasing safety glasses per year. |
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**$4,000 Sign on Bonus for Experienced Technicians** This is a position for technicians with experience and those looking to expand their career! The Master TK Technician is responsible for the installation of refrigeration technologies on all customer vehicles as well as the repair and servicing those units. Job Duties Include: -Installing APU Units, refrigeration units, A/C units, and more -Rebuilding units -Meeting standard repair times -Performs road service work -On call duties; Master Techs are on a rotation schedule for being on call -Operate company and customer vehicles, forklifts, and other tools -Maintaining a safe and clean shop *Must have own tools and toolbox for this position What We Offer: -Monthly and Quarterly productivity bonuses -On the job paid training -Opportunities to advance within the company -PTO accrual that begins on day one of employment -Tuition reimbursement for those in school and recent graduates -$2.00 shift differential for 2nd Shift -Medical, Dental, and Vision plans -100% Company paid life insurance policy and long-term disability insurance -Employer 401(k) match after one year of employment Transport Refrigeration, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, including disability.