Professional Service Technician

Panasonic Avionics Corporation; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in refrigeration solutions is seeking a skilled technician to maintain and repair HVAC/R systems in various retail settings. The ideal candidate will have significant experience, strong mechanical skills, and a commitment to quality service. Join a team dedicated to innovation and excellence in the refrigeration industry.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Life and disability insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Qualifications

• 7 years experience in HVAC/R or 5 years with technical certification for external candidates.
• EPA 608 Universal Certification required.
• Ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on refrigeration systems.
• Diagnose and repair HVAC/R systems.
• Manage truck inventory and documentation.

Skills

Communication

Mechanical skills

Detail-oriented

Decision-making

Education

High School Diploma/GED

HVAC-R Technical School Degree

Tools

Maintenance 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, cold storage facilities.

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

Responsibilities

• Perform prescribed, routine maintenance on supermarket refrigeration systems and self-contained temperature-controlled merchandisers.
• Possess sufficient system knowledge to match customer needs with sales opportunities and to complete rapid, accurate diagnoses.
• Manage truck inventory responsibly, including ordering, receiving, billing, and maintaining parts with minimal waste. Maintain a clean vehicle, perform required maintenance timely, and manage the vehicle within company guidelines.
• Complete necessary documentation and electronic communication thoroughly, accurately, and professionally, utilizing hand-held devices for paperwork and invoicing.
• Use mirrors, flashlights, and other tools to check joints, install PVC drain pipes, set and trim cases, install and adjust glass doors and frames, use temperature sensors, braze and solder, and determine coil layout in complex boxes.
• Identify pipe sizes and fittings visually, perform refrigerant and oil conversions, test oils, and weld various metals and joints accurately.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and properly size thermostatic expansion valves.
• Understand pressure regulators, refrigerant flow controls, TEV troubleshooting and replacement, and interpret complex schematic diagrams.
• Demonstrate knowledge of low/high pressure oil systems, controls, startup procedures, EMS controls, CO2 refrigeration, retail startup, airflow testing, VFDs, defrost types, recovery setup, torch setup, compressor parameters, system layouts, and wiring diagrams.
• Operate gauges, scales, recovery equipment, ECM, motors, and manage oil levels and pressures.
• Detect and repair leaks, solder copper-to-brass and copper-to-steel joints, diagnose and replace compressors, troubleshoot complex service calls, and manage oil systems.
• Mentor other technicians and lead HVAC/R preventive maintenance programs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• HVAC-R Technical School Degree preferred.

Experience:

• External candidates: 7 years in the field or 5 years with technical certification.
• Internal candidates: 3 years as a certified technician with completed OJT and skills assessment.

Additional Requirements:

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to walk, crouch, climb, work at heights, and lift objects up to 50 pounds.
• Excellent communication skills, detail-oriented, motivated.
• Strong mechanical skills and familiarity with maintenance tools.
• Availability to work nights and weekends.
• Knowledge of refrigeration and HVAC preferred.
• Leadership skills and business acumen.
• EPA 608 Universal Certification.
• Good decision-making and documentation skills.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with company match and discretionary contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• Life and disability insurance
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Employee discounts
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Employee assistance program

About Hussmann

Hussmann, a Panasonic subsidiary, has been a leader in food retail solutions for over 115 years, providing innovative refrigeration and electronic labeling solutions to food retailers worldwide. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment.