Refrigeration Technician

The Pennsylvania State University; University Park (PA, TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Refrigeration Technician to join their team. This full-time role involves servicing and maintaining a range of refrigeration and air conditioning systems, ensuring optimal performance and safety. The ideal candidate will possess advanced technical skills, including troubleshooting and repair of complex systems, as well as a valid driver's license for vehicle operation. This position offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment that values equity and inclusion, making a significant impact on the operational efficiency of the organization.

Qualifications

• Requires advanced shop mathematics and technical training.
• Must have Universal Refrigerant Certification and relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on various cooling equipment.
• Direct the work of lower grade employees and apprentices.

Skills

Refrigeration Maintenance

Air Conditioning Repair

Advanced Shop Mathematics

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma

Technical College Education

Universal Refrigerant Certification

Tools

Measuring Instruments

Refrigeration Tools

Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

• CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

• CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.

• If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Penn State Office of Physical Plant is searching for a full time Refrigeration Technician to join their team. Duties include:

• Service, maintain, repair, install and replace domestic and commercial refrigeration, air cooling equipment, absorption and centrifugal liquid chilling units, refrigerated laboratory equipment and their auxiliary components
• Run gas lines and other lines involved
• Install, service, maintain and repair controls and devices to include electric, pneumatic, electronic, thermostatic, pressure, flow switches, level controls, etc., on listed units and auxiliary components
• Dismantle units and auxiliary equipment; determine extent of repairs and replace worn or defective parts; determine, schedule and perform cleaning of units such as interiors of condensers, strainers, evaporators, interiors and exteriors of cooling water towers, etc.
• Perform routine schedule maintenance on units and their auxiliary components; lubricate specified points and make various adjustments
• Maintain logs and records as required and ensure proper amounts of gas and cooling agents are maintained
• Localize malfunctions, auxiliaries and controls and repair as necessary; refer repair problems for other trades to supervisor as necessary, i.e., loss of steam, water, air or electrical power
• Maintain proper cooling temperatures and pressures in systems such as refrigerated spaces, air handling units, refrigerated laboratory equipment, ice making equipment, vending machines, water coolers, refrigidryers, dehumidifiers and other equipment associated with refrigeration and air conditioning
• Perform summer/winter changeover to include maintenance and repair of changeover valves, controls, and devices as required
• Use associated tools and equipment required to install, service, maintain and repair and test refrigeration, cooling and related equipment
• Work with lead technician on complicated repairs or on construction of new or special units
• Direct the work of lower grade employees and apprentices as required
• Operate motor vehicle as required

Job Requirements: Requires the use of advanced shop mathematics, together with the use of complicated drawings, specifications, charts, tables, handbook formulas, all varieties of adjustable measuring instruments and the use of broad training in a recognized trade or craft. Equivalent to a complete accredited, indentured apprenticeship or equivalent to high school plus a 2-year technical college education. Must have the Universal Refrigerant Certification. 2 to 3 years of effective experience.

Work Schedule:3:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.

Days Off:Saturday, Sunday

NOTE: THIS POSITION REQUIRES THAT YOU OPERATE A MOTOR VEHICLE AS A PART OF YOUR JOB DUTIES. A VALID DRIVER`S LICENSE AND SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF A MOTOR VEHICLE RECORDS CHECK WILL BE REQUIRED IN ADDITION TO STANDARD BACKGROUND CHECKS.

NOTE: EMPLOYEE MUST BE ABLE TO WEAR A RESPIRATOR AND WILL BE SUBJECT TO MEDICAL CLEARANCE.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belongingthat supports both broad and specific equity initiatives, leverages theeducational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of thecommunity thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and anessential element of the university's teaching, research, and servicemission.

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Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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