Refrigeration Technician II

Thermo-Kin; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermo King in Houston seeks full-time transport refrigeration technicians to perform preventive maintenance on trailers, trucks, and APUs while diagnosing basic refrigeration systems and wiring. You will install and remove Thermo King units, use laptops for work orders and diagrams, and maintain a clean, safe workspace.

The role requires at least a GED, 1 year of experience with TK certification in progress, a mechanical background, and own tools. Overtime and basic math skills are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of experience and TK certification in progress.
• Mechanical background and trade school or related education preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must have own tools: DVOM, refrigeration gauges, hand tools, power tools.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Comprehends basic refrigeration and 12VDC/ Ohm’s Law fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on trailers, trucks, and APUs.
• Basic refrigeration skills and diagnosis: leak check, recovery, evacuation, and charging.
• Replace components as needed such as belts, hoses, batteries, starters, and alternators.
• Basic electrical diagnostics using DVOM and related tools.
• Battery maintenance and diagnosis.
• Installation/removal of Thermo King refrigeration units.
• Use a laptop to read work orders, service documents, electrical wiring diagrams and schematics.
• Housekeeping: keep work area, service bays, and toolbox clean and orderly.
• Follow safe working practices and wear PPE.

Skills

Self-motivation

Verbal and written communication

Team player

Problem solving

Adaptability

Dependability

Professionalism

Organizational skills

Education

GED or high school diploma

TK certification (in progress)

Trade school or related education

Tools

DVOM

Refrigeration gauges

Hand tools

Power tools

Laptop/computer

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.