Transport Refrigeration Technician

Upstatetk; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled technician to perform maintenance and repairs on transport refrigeration units and auxiliary power equipment. This role involves diagnostic work, effective communication with team members and customers, and staying current with technical regulations. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in refrigeration systems, possess the necessary hand tools, and be willing to complete required certifications. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to maintaining high standards in refrigeration technology and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience with transport refrigeration equipment is a big plus.
• Must own and maintain proper hand tools for job functions.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and service inspections on transport refrigeration units.
• Diagnose and repair mobile refrigeration and auxiliary power equipment.

Skills

Transport refrigeration equipment knowledge

Diagnostic and repair skills

Communication skills

Technical knowledge of refrigeration systems

Proficient with computer operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical trade school

Tools

Hand tools for refrigeration repair

Job description

Description

• Perform preventive maintenance & service inspections on a variety of transport refrigeration units (TRU) & auxiliary power units (APU) & heater equipment
• Perform diagnostic, repair work on mobile refrigeration equipment, auxiliary power units & heater equipment
• Follow established technical & administrative processes
• Complete repair orders & parts usage forms
• Communicate effectively with supervisor, team members & customers
• Remain current on technical & regulation requirements
• Thermo King University Certi-Tech certification (to be completed within one year) and maintained
• EPA 608 & 609 certifications (to be completed within one year)
• On Call duties rotation once skill level and training requirements have been met

Requirements

• Experience in the field of transport refrigeration equipment (Thermo King or Carrier Transicold preferred) a BIG Plus
• Skills to sufficiently install, diagnose and repair transport refrigeration, air conditioning and heating equipment
• Demonstrate technical knowledge of refrigeration systems, components, materials, methods & equipment to perform, prioritize and complete job assignments
• Own & maintain the proper hand tools to perform job functions
• High school diploma or equivalent, technical trade school a plus
• Proficient with computer operation/usage
• Valid driver’s license