Refrigeration Technician I

Americold; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Americold is seeking a Refrigeration Maintenance Technician in Columbus, OH to perform refrigeration operations, routine maintenance, and repairs of industrial mechanical and electrical systems in support of warehouse objectives and safety requirements.

You will monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, test equipment, document preventive maintenance in our CMMS, follow OSHA standards, and support on-call and flexible shifts for continuous operation in a cold storage environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of refrigeration or maintenance experience.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• HVAC/R certification or technical degree required if experience is not met.
• HAZMAT training and certification required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and perform repairs and adjustments on refrigeration systems.
• Monitor system performance and identify operational issues.
• Conduct routine maintenance on warehouse equipment in accordance with OSHA standards.
• Troubleshoot equipment and recommend corrective actions.
• Test, maintain, and evaluate equipment performance using appropriate instruments.
• Maintain tools and machinery in good condition and ensure proper use.
• Maintain accurate preventive maintenance records and uphold housekeeping standards in the work area.

Skills

Refrigeration experience

Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

HVAC/R Certification

Technical degree

Tools

Oracle CMMS

Job description

You will perform refrigeration operations and preventative maintenance throughout the warehouse to support operational objectives. Responsibilities include troubleshooting and repairing industrial mechanical and electrical systems as needed, as well as providing general maintenance support to ensure equipment reliability and safety. Flexible shifts and on-call work may be required.

Essential Functions

• Operate and perform repairs and adjustments on refrigeration systems.
• Monitor system performance and identify operational issues.
• Conduct routine maintenance on warehouse equipment in accordance with OSHA standards.
• Troubleshoot equipment and recommend corrective actions.
• Test, maintain, and evaluate equipment performance using appropriate instruments.
• Maintain tools and machinery in good condition and ensure proper use.
• Maintain accurate preventive maintenance records and uphold housekeeping standards in the work area.
• Other essential duties may be applicable and assigned as necessary.

What Experience and Education You Need

• Minimum 2 years of refrigeration or maintenance experience required.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• HVAC/R certification or technical degree required if experience is not met.
• Successful completion of assigned industrial refrigeration or mechanical-electrical courses required.
• HAZMAT training and certification required.

What Could Set You Apart

• Experience working in a cold storage environment.
• Experience using testing equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose refrigeration equipment at the component level.
• Experience using Oracle Computerized Maintenance Management System.
• Technical certification or degree preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Adaptability to flexible shifts including on-call assignments.

Physical Requirements

• Able to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures of minus 45 (-45) degrees Fahrenheit (-43 degrees Celsius) and outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold, and precipitation).
• Able to work at heights in excess of 30 ft. (9 meters) and access elevated platforms, catwalks, and roofs.
• Able to work in confined areas.
• Able to climb ladders and stairs.
• Able frequently to stand, walk, push, pull, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, and/or crouch.
• Able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (23 kg) frequently.
• Able to operate hand and power tools safely.
• Able to meet specific vision abilities required by this job including close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception. (Use of contacts are prohibited when working with ammonia.)
• Depending on specific role, able to pass a physical and respiratory/respirator fit exam.
• Able to frequently step up/on or step down/off to mount and dismount material handling equipment.
• Able to perform fine articulation movements with fingers/hands and/or feet to operate equipment.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment required for any/all tasks.

The Company's good-faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting for this position is $21.25 to $29.43 hourly.

Americold is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability status as a protected veteran or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE/AA M/F/D/V.