Refrigeration Technician II

Kirby Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirby Corporation is seeking full-time Technicians to service Transport Refrigeration equipment, including trailers and trucks. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, diagnosing refrigeration issues, and installation/removal of Thermo King units.

Candidates should have TK certification or be in the process, a mechanical background, and own tools. Applicants must be able to lift and handle tools, work overtime, and read wiring diagrams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED logistics and basics
• One year of experience and TK certification or in process
• Ideal candidate will have a mechanical background and trade school or related education
• Basic computer skills and knowledge
• Must have own tools: DVOM, refrigeration gauges, hand tools, power tools
• Ability to perform basic mathematic skills
• Ability to work overtime as required
• Comprehends and applies refrigeration and 12VDC/ Ohm’s Law fundamentals

Responsibilities

• Perform Preventive Maintenance on trailers, trucks, and APUs
• Basic refrigeration skills & diagnosis— leak check, recovery, evacuation & charging
• Replacement of components such as belts, hoses, batteries, starters, and alternators
• Basic electrical skills & diagnosis using DVOM and other tools
• Battery maintenance & diagnosis
• Installation/removal of Thermo King refrigeration units
• Use of computer/laptop to apply work orders and read service documents, diagrams
• Housekeeping—keep work area and tools clean and orderly
• Follow safe practices and wear PPE

Skills

Self-motivated

Communication skills

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Positive attitude

Customer service

Adaptability

Dependability

Professionalism

Policy adherence

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma / GED

TK certification / training

Trade school or related education

Tools

DVOM

Refrigeration gauges

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Overview

Seeking full time technicians interested in starting or continuing a career in the transportation industry working on Transport Refrigeration equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform Preventive Maintenance on trailers, trucks, apu’s.
• Basic refrigeration skills & diagnosis- leak check, recovery, evacuation & charging.
• Replacement of components as needed such as belts, hoses, batteries, starters, alternators, etc.
• Basic electrical skills & diagnosis utilizing DVOM and other tools as required.
• Battery Maintenance & diagnosis.
• Installation/ removal of Thermo King refrigeration units.
• Use of computer/ laptop to apply to and complete work orders, read service documents/ material, electrical wiring diagrams & schematics, refrigeration flow diagrams, aid in diagnosis, etc.
• Housekeeping- keeps work area, service bay(s), toolbox clean and orderly.
• Follows safe working practices and company policies, wears proper PPE.

Qualifications

Competencies:

• Self-motivated and the ability to work efficiently with little or no supervision.
• Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Contributes to a positive team environment by leading by example through commitment, respect and communication.
• Demonstrates quality work through accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail of own work.
• Ability to problem solve and demonstrate good judgement and decision-making skills.
• Possesses a positive attitude and ability to develop and build relationships.
• Commitment to a high standard of excellence in customer service.
• Shows adaptability by effectively responding to frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Exhibits superior dependability by consistently arriving to work on time and as scheduled.
• Demonstrates professionalism by acting with integrity, high moral standards, and personal accountability.
• Shows organizational support by consistently following policy and procedures.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma/general education degree (GED) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of experience and TK certified or in the process of TK certification.
• Ideal candidate will possess a mechanical background and trade school or related education.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge required.
• Must have own tools- DVOM, refrigeration gauges, hand tools, power tools, etc.
• Ability to perform basic mathematic skills.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Comprehends and able to apply basic refrigeration and 12VDC/ Ohm’s Law fundamentals.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs.
• Able to lift 65 lbs. from floor to shoulder level occasionally.

• Requires frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, balancing, lifting, carrying, and reaching or handling with arms, hands, and fingers.
• Requires crawling and working in narrow spaces.
• Requires frequent repetitive movements, i.e. hammering, turning wrenches, screwdrivers and impact tools.
• Normal vision with or without corrective lenses.
• Exposed to cold, heat, noise mechanical/electrical fume or odor.
• Will be required on occasion to work more than 8 hours on one shift.
• Will be required to work at a minimum height of four feet off of the ground.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes, mobile equipment and motor vehicles as required.