Senior Refrigeration Lab Technician

Duke Manufacturing Co.; Sedalia (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

2 weeks' vacation

PTO hours allotment

Medical, Dental and Life Insurance

Vision Care Plan

401(k) with company match

FSA and HSA options

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

Duke Manufacturing in Sedalia, MO, is seeking a Senior Refrigeration Lab Technician to lead testing of refrigerated products and analyze system data. You will mentor lab staff and coordinate cross-functional launches, working with engineers and vendors to resolve issues.

The role involves test method development, sizing and charge determination, and preparing agency DAP data sheets, with travel to client sites as needed. A strong background in vapor compression and thermodynamics is essential.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required; Associate degree or certification preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in commercial refrigeration service, installation, or lab testing.
• EPA 608 certification preferred or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute in-house and agency testing on products.
• Analyze refrigeration system data and identify design issues.
• Coordinate corrective actions with engineers and vendors.
• Mentor Laboratory Technicians and support cross-functional launches.
• Prepare agency DAP data sheets and test method development.

Skills

Vapor compression cycle knowledge

Thermodynamics analysis

Blueprints & wiring reading

Problem solving

Independent & team work

Education

HS diploma or GED

Associate degree or refrigeration cert

Tools

EPA Universal 608

Test equipment & data logging

Job description

The Senior Refrigeration Lab Technician is the senior technical resource in the Sedalia refrigeration lab. The role plans and executes in-house and agency testing on new and existing refrigerated products, analyzes refrigeration system data, identifies design flaws, and coordinates corrective changes with engineers and vendors. Responsibilities include sizing and charge determination, test method development, root cause analysis of field and returned-goods failures, and completion of agency DAP data sheets. The Senior Technician also mentors Laboratory Technicians and serves as the lab's point of contact for cross-functional product launches and issue resolution.

In your role as a Senior Refrigeration Lab Technician, you'll take part in the following activities:

• Safety & Lab Ownership
• Test Planning & Execution
• Problem Solving & Quality
• Agency, Codes & Regulatory
• Cross-Functional Support

Full roles details are listed in the attached job description.

Education and Experience

• HS diploma or GED required; Associate degree or technical/professional certification preferred
• 5 years commercial refrigeration service, installation, or lab test experience (10 preferred)

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Clear understanding of the vapor compression cycle - enthalpy and thermodynamics (superheat, subcooling, sensible and latent heat, product and food loads) and airflow (CFM, velocity FPM, static and velocity pressure).
• Understanding of metering devices - TXV, EXV, and cap tubes.
• Low-temp and mid-temp commercial refrigeration experience; understanding of commercial and residential refrigeration system operation.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems; intermediate knowledge of electrical and plumbing systems; working knowledge of pneumatic, electric, and electronic control systems.
• Basic knowledge and skills in brazing, soldering, insulation, measuring, and sheet metal.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Knowledge of basic construction methods and build techniques for food service equipment, serving systems, and refrigerated equipment.
• Universal 608 (EPA) certification preferred, or the ability to attain it for the right applicant.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal direction and in teams as needed.
• Good math, communication, and basic computer skills.

Duke's Guiding Principles & Core Values include:

• Customer Validated Solutions that Solve Pain
• Using Least Waste Methods
• Core Values:
• Passion to succeed
• Open to new possibilities
• Do the right thing

Duke Manufacturing offers a full range of benefits to our employees, including:

• Paid time off
• 11 paid holidays
• 2 weeks' vacation
• Allotment of paid leave hours (PTO)
• Medical, Dental and Life Insurance
• Vision Care Plan
• 401(k) with company match
• FSA and HSA options
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

and more!

Work Schedule & Location

• Mondays to Fridays 6:30am-3:00pm
• Sedalia, MO
• Up to 10% domestic travel to client sites and trade show attendance