Refrigeration Technician III

Americold Logistics LLC; Marshall (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Americold Logistics LLC is seeking a qualified maintenance technician to repair and maintain refrigeration systems within our cold storage facilities. You will monitor system performance, perform routine maintenance on associated equipment, and troubleshoot to determine corrective actions.

Responsibilities include safety testing, record-keeping, and on-call flexibility. The role requires a GED, refrigeration/maintenance experience, and RETA certifications (Electrical 1, Operator 1).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Refrigeration and/or maintenance experience required.
• RETA Certification, Electrical 1, Operator 1 required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates and repairs refrigeration systems; monitors performance.
• Performs routine maintenance on warehouse equipment per OSHA standards.
• Troubleshoots equipment and recommends corrective actions.
• Tests and evaluates equipment using instruments like multi-meters.
• Keeps tools and machinery in good condition; uses tools safely as instructed.
• Tests safety equipment to ensure OHSA/operational standards.
• Maintains preventive maintenance records.
• Keeps work area clean and organized (6S).
• Work may include on-call shifts and flexible hours.
• Performs other maintenance duties as required.

Skills

Refrigeration maintenance

Maintenance experience

6S housekeeping

Education

GED

RETA Certification

Electrical 1

Operator 1

Job description

What You’ll Do:

• Operates and performs repair(s) and adjustment(s) of refrigeration system. Monitor system performance and determine when system is not operating correctly.
• Performs routine maintenance on various types of warehouse equipment in accordance with OSHA Standards.
• Troubleshoots equipment and recommends corrective action.
• Tests, maintains, and evaluates equipment performance using instruments such as multi-meters.
• Maintains tools and machinery in good condition and use tools and equipment carefully as instructed.
• Conducts tests of safety equipment to ensure OHSA and operational standards.
• Maintains accurate preventive maintenance records.
• Keeps work area 6S'd (clean, organized, etc.), and performs housekeeping duties as required.
• Able to work flexible shifts if required, including on call.
• Performs other maintenance related work and job assignments as required.

What Experience and Education You Need:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Refrigeration and/or Maintenance experience
• RETA Certification, Electrical 1, Operator 1

What Could Set You Apart:

• Experience working in a Cold Storage environment
• Experience using testing equipment
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose down to the component level on refrigeration equipment.
• Experience using Oracle Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job

• 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 catwalk.
• 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.