Refrigeration Technician II

Americold; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Americold in Fort Worth, TX, is seeking an experienced Industrial Refrigeration Technician to perform routine maintenance and repair of refrigeration systems in a warehouse environment.

The role requires 2+ years in industrial refrigeration maintenance, OSHA familiarity, and ability to follow hazardous material protocols. Candidates should be comfortable with on-call shifts and working in cold storage settings.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of industrial refrigeration maintenance experience.
• High school diploma or GED required; related certifications preferred.
• Experience with ALTA/Allen Bradley control systems and HAZMAT training.

Responsibilities

• Operate, repair and adjust industrial refrigeration systems.
• Monitor system performance and identify when repairs are needed.
• Replace components following safety procedures and PSM guidelines.
• Perform pump-out/evacuate refrigerant for service.
• Maintain warehouse equipment per OSHA standards.
• Test and calibrate HVAC equipment using meters and gauges.
• Inspect work against blueprints, specs, and safety standards.
• Troubleshoot to identify root causes and recommend fixes.
• Maintain preventive maintenance records in CMMS.
• Work flexible shifts, including on-call; keep area clean (6S).

Skills

Industrial Refrigeration

Troubleshooting

Electrical Skills

HVAC Systems

Education

GED/High School Diploma

Tools

CMMS

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Oracle CMMS

Job description

Primary Responsibility

Under general supervision, works independently performing routine refrigeration maintenance and repair throughout the warehouse.

What You’ll Do:

• Performs operation, repair and adjustment of refrigeration system.
• Monitors system performance and determines when system is not operating correctly.
• Replaces components within the refrigeration's system, with safe LOTO procedures and in accordance with PSM program.
• Performs basic pump out/evacuate refrigerant as necessary for valve replacement and/or repair.
• Performs routine maintenance on various types of warehouse equipment in accordance with OSHA Standards.
• Tests, maintains, and evaluates equipment performance using instruments such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, pyrometers, and pressure gauges. Tests and calibrates HVAC equipment.
• Inspects completed work for compliance to blueprints, specifications, and safety standards.
• Troubleshoots equipment and recommends corrective action. Individual should understand key troubleshooting techniques to determine root cause.
• Conducts tests of safety equipment to ensure OHSA and operational standards
• Maintains accurate preventive maintenance records with the CMMS System.
• Keeps work area and tools 6S'd (well maintained, clean, organized, etc.), and performs housekeeping duties as required.
• Work flexible shifts, if required, including on call.
• Performs related work and other job assignments as required.

What Experience and Education You Need:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• 2+ years of Industrial Refrigeration Maintenance experience

OR

• 3+ years Industrial Maintenance experience, plus relevant industry certification (i.e. RETA, Garden City, EPA Universal etc)
• Required to successfully complete assigned Industrial Refrigeration and maintenance courses.
• Troubleshooting and repairs with differing control systems ALTA/Allen Bradley etc.
• Required to be trained in HAZMAT; obtain and maintain the certification.
• Experience using Oracle Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

What Could Set You Apart

• Experience working in a Cold Storage environment
• Ammonia refrigeration maintenance experience
• CARO and CIRO certification
• Experience using Oracle Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose down to the component level on all refrigeration equipment
• Share knowledge, train and develop less experienced technicians

Physical Requirements

• May be required to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures of -20 degrees Fahrenheit and outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation).
• Must be able to work at heights in excess of 35 ft. and be able to access elevated platforms and catwalks
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs.
• Frequently required to stand; walk; push; pull; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel; and crouch
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to use hand and power tools.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception. Either naturally or with the aid of eye glasses (use of contacts are prohibited when working with ammonia).
• Able to work nights and weekends.
• Able to pass a physical and respiratory exam.

Americold is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

EOE/AA M/F/D/V DFW.