Refrigeration Technician III

Thermo King; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermo King is seeking a Refrigeration Technician III to perform preventive maintenance on trailers, trucks, and APUs, and to troubleshoot mechanical issues with minimal supervision. The role includes installation/removal of TK refrigeration units, basic electrical work, and image-based diagnostics with DVOM.

You will work with service documents, wiring diagrams, and refrigeration flow schematics, maintaining safety and quality while supporting a positive team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required or equivalent.
• TK certification in progress or TK certified preferred.
• Mechanical background or trade school experience is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on trailers, trucks, and APUs.
• Diagnose basic refrigeration issues: leak checks, recovery, evacuation, charging.
• Replace belts, hoses, batteries, starters, and alternators as needed.
• Perform basic electrical diagnosis using DVOM and other tools.
• Maintain and diagnose batteries.
• Install/remove Thermo King refrigeration units.
• Use computer systems to log work orders, read service documents and diagrams.
• Keep the work area clean and organized; follow PPE and safety rules.
• Adhere to company policies and standard operating procedures.

Skills

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Mechanical background / trade school

Tools

DVOM

Refrigeration gauges

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Overview

As a Refrigeration Technician III, this person should be Self-motivated and the ability to work efficiently with little or no supervision. will be responsible for processing and completing work orders, Installation/ removal of Thermo King refrigeration units, troubleshooting mechanical failures, and performing equipment maintenance, such as, hoses, batteries, starters, alternators, etc. Also Perform Preventive Maintenance on trailers, trucks, apu’s.

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

• Must have own tools- DVOM, refrigeration gauges, hand tools, power tools, etc.
• Ability to perform basic mathematic skills.
• Ability to work overtime as required.

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.

Education/Experience:

• 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.
• 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 the ground.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes, mobile equipment and motor vehicles as required.