Journeyman Refrigeration Mechanic - 896

Ports America, Inc.; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid health premiums

Retirement and Savings Plan

Annual vacation time and holidays

Job summary

Husky Terminal in Tacoma, WA seeks a Journeyman Refrigeration Mechanic to service and repair terminal refrigeration equipment, including shipping containers, mounted A/C, and gensets. You will help keep cargo moving efficiently while complying with IAM union standards and safety rules.

The role requires electrical experience, EPA credentials, TWIC, and a valid U.S. driver's license. Candidate must be able to work varying shifts including nights and weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Two years of related schooling or five years of applicable experience.
• Electrical experience required.
• Must be IAM union member and governed by IAM CBA.
• Must have EPA cards and field tools.
• TWIC and valid US driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Service and repair terminal refrigeration equipment, including containers, mounted A/C, and gensets.
• Read and follow electrical diagrams; troubleshoot and repair systems.
• Maintain a safe work area and comply with safety regulations.
• Work under the direction of the General Foreman; adhere to bargaining agreement.

Skills

Brazing refrigeration lines

Reading electrical diagrams

Troubleshooting refrigeration units

VFD experience

Communication skills

Safety-conscious

Education

Two years of related schooling or five years of experience

EPA certifications or credentials

Tools

EPA cards

TWIC card

Field tools

Job description

Compensation:

$70.88 an hour as bargained

Working hours:

Full-time, hourly,

Reports to:

Director, Maintenance and Repair

Industry:

Marine Terminal Container Operations

Job Functions:

IAM Union Mechanic

The Journeyman Refrigeration Mechanic is responsible for the service and repair of terminal refrigeration equipment, including shipping containers, mounted A/C, and gensets, while helping in keeping cargo flowing in a timely and efficient manner.

Additional Responsibilities

include the following.

• Comply with Corporate Safety and IAM Collective Bargaining Agreement
• This position description generally describes the principal functions of the position, the level of knowledge and skills typically required and the general scope of responsibility. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities and should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.

Minimum Requirements (Education. Experience, Certifications, Credentials):

• Two years of related schooling or five years of applicable experience.
• Electrical experience required
• Selected candidate will be required to be a member of the IAM Union and will be governed by the applicable bargaining unit agreement.
• Must have current EPA cards and field related tools
• Obtain and Maintain TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Card) issued by the Department of Homeland Security
• Valid US Driver’s License

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Skilled at brazing refrigeration lines as needed.
• Strong working knowledge of Carrier, Daikin, Thermo King, and Starcool refrigeration units
• Troubleshoot and repair all types of terminal refrigeration equipment, including containers, generators, and A/C units, while maintaining a safe work area.
• Be able to read and follow electrical diagrams
• Experienced in working with Variable Frequency Drives and utilizing current troubleshooting techniques.
• Be able to communicate, both verbal and written
• Work as directed by General Foreman
• Maintain positive attitude amongst colleagues and terminal personnel
• Stay focused under high-pressure situations, including reefer load repairs

Physical Working Conditions

• Requires the full use of the person's hands, arms, and legs
• Must be physically able to work from gangways, stools, ladders, scissor lifts, and reach all without being afraid of heights
• Upper body strength to be able to lift heavier parts such as compressors and evaporator coils up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand, sits, squatting when necessary
• Ability to see and hear fast moving equipment
• Able to work all hours 7 days a week

Benefits:

One of Husky’s core values is People First. Husky Terminal cares about its employees and lives this value by offering competitive pay and a benefits package that supports you and your family.

Our IAM benefits include as bargained in the IAM CBA:

• Employer paid health premiums
• Retirement and Savings Plan
• Annual vacation time, sick time, paid holidays, paid floating holidays
• Provided coveralls and allowance for tools and safety boots

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to hot and cold climates based on weather conditions, wet/humid environment, non-weather conditions, work near moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outdoor conditions, risk of electrical shock, and vibration). The noise level in the work environment is loud.

NOTE:

This position description generally describes the principal functions of the position, the level of knowledge and skills typically required and the general scope of responsibility. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities and should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals will perform other duties as assigned.

Husky Terminal is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy); sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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