Refrigeration Technician

Big Geyser, Inc; Edgewood (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Parental leave

Job summary

Big Geyser Inc. is seeking a Refrigeration Technician to repair, install and troubleshoot commercial refrigeration and beverage equipment, including vending machines.

You will perform preventative maintenance and work on mechanical and electrical components, with weekend shifts required and potential holiday hours. Ideal candidates have 2–3 years of HVAC experience, strong problem-solving skills and a professional demeanor.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of Refrigeration/HVAC experience.
• Practiced in safe work habits and professional conduct.
• Ability to replace mechanical and electrical components including motors, switches, solenoids, pumps, valves and compressors.
• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic abilities for breakdowns of beverage refrigeration equipment.
• Excellent communication, organization and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Repair and upgrade refrigeration equipment and be responsible for maintenance of beverage cooling systems.
• Read blueprints and electrical/electronic schematics related to equipment.
• Understand vending machine operations and beverage equipment.
• Diagnose malfunctions and conduct repairs to restore operation promptly.
• Operate testing tools and gauges for refrigeration systems and safety checks.

Skills

HVAC experience

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Electrical & mechanical

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

At Big Geyser Inc., we are New York’s largest non-alcoholic family-owned beverage distributor. As New York's exclusive distributor for top selling brands such as Bloom, C4, Celsius, Essentia, Hal’s New York, Liquid Death, Poppi and many more. Big Geyser is a leading force in the beverage and snack business. If you are looking to join a collaborative team that is rapidly expanding and promotes career development, Big Geyser is where you belong!We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, 401(k) + Generous Match, Retirement Savings, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Paid Family Leave and much more.About the PositionOur Refrigeration Technician is responsible for repairing, installing, and troubleshooting refrigeration coolers. They will work on commercial refrigeration beverage equipment and vending machines. They will also perform preventative maintenance in order to avoid future problems or breakdowns, and be generally able to work on mechanical and electrical components of these machines, though some may be trained to specialize in either of these areas.Work Hours and Location:Candidates must have weekend availability throughout the year as a part of their regular schedule, as occasional weekend shifts are an essential aspect of this position. Flexibility to work additional hours, including holidays, may also be required based on the needs of the business.This position will report to Big Geyser's Brentwood, NY facility.Position OverviewRepair and upgrade refrigeration equipmentMaintain existing refrigeration equipmentUnderstand the operations of vending machines, beverage equipmentDiagnose malfunctions and defects in equipmentRead blueprints and electrical/electronic schematicsGrasp electrical and plumbing conceptsOperate tools, gauges and other testing equipment for refrigeration systems.Please note this position is subject to DOT-required Drug Screening as the technician will be required to operate company vehicles.Benefits:401k (with company match)Dental insuranceDisability insuranceEmployee Referral programHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid orientationPaid sick timePaid time offPaid trainingParental leaveVision insuranceWhat we are looking for in the ideal candidate2-3 years of Refrigeration/HVAC experiencePracticed in safe work habitsAble to safely replace mechanical and electrical components including motors, moto starters, switches, solenoids, pumps, refrigeration valves, and compressorsAble to respond to unplanned breakdowns with a sense of urgencyAble to demonstrate proficiency in troubleshooting techniquesThe ideal candidate should have excellent interpersonal skills, must be a self-starter and have impeccable attention to detail, can multitask and work well in a fast-paced environmentMust conduct themselves in a professional manner at all timesMust have a clean and neat appearanceStrong oral, written and interpersonal communication skillsStrong work ethic and decision-making skillsStrong analytical decision-making and problem-solving skillsMust possess strong organizational skills and follow-up proceduresMinimum RequirementsHigh School DiplomaExperience within the Beverage Industry is a huge plusMust have a valid Driver's LicensePreferred Refrigeration Certificates