Transport Refrigeration Technician II - TK Certified

Kirby Corporation; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kirby Corporation is seeking full-time Technicians to service Transport Refrigeration equipment, including trailers and trucks. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, diagnosing refrigeration issues, and installation/removal of Thermo King units.

Candidates should have TK certification or be in the process, a mechanical background, and own tools. Applicants must be able to lift and handle tools, work overtime, and read wiring diagrams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED logistics and basics
• One year of experience and TK certification or in process
• Ideal candidate will have a mechanical background and trade school or related education
• Basic computer skills and knowledge
• Must have own tools: DVOM, refrigeration gauges, hand tools, power tools
• Ability to perform basic mathematic skills
• Ability to work overtime as required
• Comprehends and applies refrigeration and 12VDC/ Ohm’s Law fundamentals

Responsibilities

• Perform Preventive Maintenance on trailers, trucks, and APUs
• Basic refrigeration skills & diagnosis— leak check, recovery, evacuation & charging
• Replacement of components such as belts, hoses, batteries, starters, and alternators
• Basic electrical skills & diagnosis using DVOM and other tools
• Battery maintenance & diagnosis
• Installation/removal of Thermo King refrigeration units
• Use of computer/laptop to apply work orders and read service documents, diagrams
• Housekeeping—keep work area and tools clean and orderly
• Follow safe practices and wear PPE

Skills

Self-motivated

Communication skills

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Positive attitude

Customer service

Adaptability

Dependability

Professionalism

Policy adherence

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma / GED

TK certification / training

Trade school or related education

Tools

DVOM

Refrigeration gauges

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Kirby Corporation is seeking full-time Technicians to service Transport Refrigeration equipment, including trailers and trucks. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, diagnosing refrigeration issues, and installation/removal of Thermo King units.

Candidates should have TK certification or be in the process, a mechanical background, and own tools. Applicants must be able to lift and handle tools, work overtime, and read wiring diagrams.