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Fleet Refrigeration Tech at UNFI
UNFI
Mechanicsville, VA
$32+/hour
Manufacturing
Posted 3 days ago
Job Description
Build Your Career at UNFI
Great Benefits, Steady Work, Real Growth
Fleet Refrigeration Tech
Mechanicsville, VA - $32.75/hr - Full-Time
Call and speak to Amanda to learn more!
DISCOVER WHAT S NEXT FOR YOUR CAREER.
Join UNFI one of the largest distributors of conventional, natural, organic, and specialty products across the U.S. and Canada, serving 43,000+ customer locations. If you re a hands-on mechanic who takes pride in fixing it right the first time, this is a stable role with strong hourly pay, great benefits, and a team you can grow with.
What s in it for you
Great Benefits, Steady Work, Real Growth
Fleet Refrigeration Tech
Mechanicsville, VA - $32.75/hr - Full-Time
Call and speak to Amanda to learn more!
DISCOVER WHAT S NEXT FOR YOUR CAREER.
Join UNFI one of the largest distributors of conventional, natural, organic, and specialty products across the U.S. and Canada, serving 43,000+ customer locations. If you re a hands-on mechanic who takes pride in fixing it right the first time, this is a stable role with strong hourly pay, great benefits, and a team you can grow with.
What s in it for you
- $32.25 /hour (hourly, non-exempt)
- Benefits package including PTO, sick time, paid holidays, parental leave, 401(k), medical/dental/vision, life insurance, disability, FSA/HSA (U.S.) (eligibility applies)
- Steady work + stability with a national leader
- Room to grow while working alongside experienced techs
What you ll work on- Complex repairs on tractors, trailers, and yard tractors
- PMs, inspections, diagnostics, and general repairs
- Air/hydraulic brakes + ABS, electrical, steering, suspension, drivelines
- Liftgate repair, welding/fabrication as needed
- Repair orders + time/accountability in the RTA Maintenance Program
- Assist and mentor/support junior mechanics
What we re looking for- 2+ years mechanical experience preferred (or tech training + 1 year)
- Ability to repair brakes, air systems, rear doors, and electrical with minimal supervision
- Valid driver s license (Class A moving experience preferred)
- Your own required hand tools
- Certifications (tires/wheels, brakes, HVAC, DOT inspections) are a plus
Ready to get started?
Quick Apply now or call Amanda to learn more!
- 2+ years mechanical experience preferred (or tech training + 1 year)
- Complex repairs on tractors, trailers, and yard tractors
$67k beats the market for Home Appliance Repairers nationally
National salary averages
$67k
↑ 35% vs typical mid-level
Entry
Mid
Senior
This job
$33k
Market range (10th-90th percentile)
$78k
This is a strong offer—weigh total comp and growth potential.
Slight candidate advantage
Strong hiring activity gives you options. Use competing offers strategically.
Hiring leverage
Lean candidate
Wage leverage
Balanced
Mobility
Moderate
Who this leverage applies to
Stronger for:
Senior candidates with options
Where to negotiate
Base salary
Sign-on bonus
Title / level
Remote flexibility
Scope & responsibility
Start date / PTO
Likely Possible Unlikely
Use competing offers and timing to your advantage.
Does this path compound?
Job Growth →
⚡
High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀
Compound
Growth + pay upside
⚠️
Plateau
Limited growth
⭐
Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
Stable but flat
Steady work, but limited growth in both jobs and pay.
+3%
10yr growth
Most openings come from retirements and turnover, not new positions.
Typical: High school diploma or equivalent
Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.
Labor data: BLS 2024