Master Service Technician

Panasonic Corporation of North America; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Paid training

Company vehicle

Sign-on bonus

Drive time paid

22 days PTO

Job summary

Hussmann seeks motivated HVAC/R Technicians to maintain, diagnose, and repair refrigeration and HVAC systems in supermarkets and cold-storage facilities. You will work independently with minimal supervision, develop first-line customer relations, and identify sales opportunities.

The role requires 5 years of commercial HVAC experience or a HVAC-R technical degree, EPA and EPA 608 certifications, a valid driver's license, and willingness to work nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High School/GED and completion/certification from HVAC-R Technical School or 5 years of experience in HVAC or HVAC-R.
• EPA Certification (EPA 608 Universal) is required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance, diagnosis and repair of refrigeration, heating & air-conditioning systems in supermarkets, convenience stores and cold storage facilities.
• Develops first line customer relations and identifies potential sales opportunities.
• Operate independently with minimal supervision and manage vehicle and inventory per company guidelines.
• Complete documents and electronic communication accurately and on time.

Skills

HVAC/R troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Customer relations

Leadership

Education

HVAC-R technical training

EPA Certification

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Job description

Overview

Are you motivated and eager to grow your career in refrigeration?

Hussmann’s team of Technicians maintain, diagnose, and repair HVAC/R in supermarkets, convenience stores, and cold storage facilities.

Build your career with industry leaders since 1906. Join our team of hardworking, refrigeration experts and discover your potential.

Why Hussmann?

• Bi-annual bonuses based on performance
• Paid training and access to online training videos
• Paid drive time (including overtime)
• 22 days paid off – 10 days of vacation, 12 company holidays
• Company vehicle provided
• On-the-job, hands-on training opportunities for Technicians, electrical and mechanical theory, and model-based training
• Sign-on bonus available

Responsibilities

Maintenance, diagnosis and repair of refrigeration, heating & air-conditioning systems commonly installed in supermarkets, convenient stores and cold storage facilities. Operates independently with a minimum of direct supervision. Develops first line customer relations and identifies potentials sales opportunities.

• Performs prescribed, routine maintenance procedures on supermarket refrigeration system and self-contained temperature-controlled merchandisers.
• Enough system knowledge to match customer needs with potential sales opportunities. Manage truck inventory. Orders, receives, bills out and maintains parts responsibly with a minimum of waste.
• Manages assigned vehicle within all company guidelines. Maintains a clean vehicle, performs required maintenance on time.
• Completes necessary documents and electronic communication in a thorough, accurate and timely manner. Demonstrate the ability to utilize hand-held device to complete necessary paperwork and invoicing requirements.
• Ability to systematically utilize mirror and flashlight to check all joints, install PVC drain pipe with minimal supervision, set and trim cases, install and adjust glass doors and frames, use temperature sensors and gauges, determine proper coil layout in complex boxes, and locate refrigerant leaks
• Accurately identify pipe size and fittings by sight, perform system refrigerant and oil conversions and test oil during conversion and electric weld a variety of metals and joint types.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and correctly size thermostatic expansion valves.
• Working knowledge of pressure regulators as they pertain to pressurized gases.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Formal Education Requirement:

Required Level: High School/GED and Completion/Certification from an HVAC-R Technical School or 5 years of experience in HVAC or HVAC-R

Preferred level: Technical Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Necessary:5 year min experience with Tech Degree

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Must have a Valid Driver’s License and maintain a safe driving record accordance with the Fleet Policy.
• Must be physically able to walk distances, bench and crouch, climb ladders, work at high elevations and lift/carry objects up to fifty pounds, repetitively and for an external period of time.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, detail orientated and highly motivated.
• Must have strong mechanical aptitude.
• Must be able to work nights and/or weekends as required.
• Working knowledge of basic refrigeration and/or knowledge of commercial refrigeration and HVAC is preferred.
• Strong leadership and business acumen.
• EPA Certification.
• EPA 608 Universal Certification.
• Superior DECISION-MAKING ability and paperwork skills.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, detail orientated and highly motivated.
• HVAC/R with minimum 5-year commercial experience.

Benefits & Perks – What’s In It For You*

• Health Benefits – Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
• Voluntary Benefits – Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
• Hussmann Retirement Savings & Investment Plan – 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
• Paid Time-Off Benefits – Paid time off, stewardship, and parental leave.
• Educational Assistance – Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
• Health Management and Wellbeing Programs –EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, and tobacco cessation.

*Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following their start date. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status.

About Hussmann

For over a century, Hussmann Corporation has been a global leader in commercial refrigeration equipment — delivering solutions that meet the demands of the modern food retailing industry. Headquartered in St. Louis, MO, Hussmann offers a diverse range of products and connected solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency, optimize visibility of merchandise, and keep food fresh. With a nationwide network of skilled technicians, Hussmann goes beyond manufacturing — a trusted partner, relentlessly driving customer success.

For more information about Hussmann, please visit www.hussmann.com.

Hussmann is a subsidiary of Panasonic USA.

Hussmann is proudly committed to creating an inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to veteran status, disability, age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, genetics, medical condition, or any other characteristic protected by law.