Mobile Engineer- Fridge

GT1 Thermo King UK Limited; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

GT1 Thermo King UK Limited is seeking a Field Service Engineer to install, maintain and repair Thermo King transport refrigeration equipment at customer sites. You will perform safety checks, inspect fleet health, and suggest corrective actions while ensuring quality service and timely documentation.

The role requires 5+ years in refrigeration/AC, 3-phase electrical work, and a valid UK driving licence, with extensive travel including overnight stays.

Qualifications

• Education: GCSE level with at least 3 Cs or better.
• Certifications: 2078 Refrigerant Handling and 2079 F-Gas.
• Experience: 5+ years in Refrigeration/AC or related field.
• Proficiency with electrical systems including 3-phase and brazing.
• IT literacy and ability to use PDA and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain and repair Thermo King and other transport refrigeration equipment on-site at customer locations.
• Follow safety practices and company policies at all times.
• Inspect fleet conditions and advise on corrective actions.
• Identify revenue opportunities and support retention and development of business.
• Plan installations and commissioning; manage paperwork and customer invoicing.

Skills

Electrical systems

3-phase electrical

Brazing

IT literacy

Customer service

Driving license

Overtime readiness

Education

GCSE level with 3 Cs or above

2078 Refrigerant Handling

2079 F-Gas

Apprenticeship in Refrigeration/AC

Tools

Microsoft Office

PDA usage

Job description

About the Role

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, its our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world. Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.

Where is the work

Field-based: Work is conducted on-site at customer locations.

What you will do

• To install, maintain and repair Thermo King and other manufacturer’s transport refrigeration equipment, in line with published guidance.
• Adhering to company policies and safe working practices for self and others, at all times.
• To Monitor, inspect and assess fleet condition and operation making suggestions for corrective action where appropriate.
• Identify key revenue opportunities and work with other MFS employees to ensure retention of existing and development of new business.
• Installation, servicing, and repair of vehicle powered (diesel engine) road transport refrigeration units, limiting costs of stock used on contract accounts and maximising revenue generation in all areas.
• Optimise and maintain engineer van stock to maintain and enhance service delivery to MFS customers.
• Ensure relevant safety checks are carried out on the company van daily.
• Maintain product and customer requirements knowledge to meet ISO9001 standards.
• Undertaking company training (at our dedicated training centre in Ashton, Wigan) and self-development through the Certi-Tech certification process.
• To liaise with central control and/or the service centre regarding job start and completion times, downtime and overtime authorisation, cost updates and customer purchase orders.
• Complete all relevant paperwork and on-line (PDA) requirements enabling central control and invoicing to maintain a high standard of customer interface – keeping the customer informed.
• Assist with planning of installations and undertake installations and commissioning.
• Perform other duties and projects which correspond to the general character of the position.
• Ensure adherence to company procedures in line with company policies, Health & safety procedures and ISO9001 standards.
• Apprentices and or engineers in training (EIT) may be supervised where applicable.
• Ensure customer service is a priority and conduct & corporate image (self, van, tools, spares) are first rate.

What you will bring

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent with at least 3 grade C’s or above.
• Qualified to 2078 Refrigerant Handling and 2079 F-Gas.
• Experienced in Electrics including 3 phase and brazing certified.
• Ideally Completed Apprenticeship in Refrigeration /Air Conditioning /Commercial Time Served as a Refrigeration/ Air Conditioning or Commercial Engineer with at least 5 Years' experience.
• Able to work on own initiative in a safe and professional manner maintaining Customers units and Company property to the Highest Standards.
• Commercial experience on mechanics including engines, compressors, and hydraulics.
• IT literate (Microsoft Office), PDA use.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Numerate, literate, methodical, systematic.
• Attention to detail and target driven.
• Customer Service Skills & Relationship building skills.
• Punctuality and efficiency.
• Clean UK driving licence.
• Extensive travel required, including overnight stays and working on customer sites.
• Needs to be physically fit to perform required tasks.
• Participation in additional on call roster, including overtime, working nights and weekends.
• Interest to learn and complete Thermo King courses: Thermo King Basic Refrigeration course to be completed Thermo King Basic Electrics course to be completed Thermo King Certi-Tech Bronze and above to be completed Thermo King Electrical Diagnostics (AC and DC) course to be completed Thermo King thermostats, controllers, data logger's competence.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.

At Trane Technologies, we’re climate innovators with the courage to look at our world’s challenges and see endless opportunities. We aren’t afraid to make bold commitments that set new standards to enhance the health and well-being of our employees, customers, communities, and the planet we share. Learn more about what we do & how we do it. Joining the Trane Technologies team is more than just a job – it’s the beginning of a career full of purpose, impact, and meaningful contributions that challenge what’s possible for a more sustainable future. Together, we know we can change the world. With an inclusive culture, benefits to support you and your family, limitless opportunities to grow, flexibility to help you balance life’s demands, and more – you’ll be supported to thrive at work and at home. Learn more about building a career with us.

Accessibility & Accommodations

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