Refrigeration Technician - Construction

Main Responsibilities

• Install, retrofit and build refrigeration equipment and systems.
• Troubleshoot refrigeration systems, wiring, controls, piping and valves during installation.
• Operate an oxygen acetylene torch to braze copper and dissimilar metals.
• Ability to recover refrigerant, pump down, evacuate and leak test refrigeration systems.
• Perform electrical diagnosis and poses electrical wiring knowledge.
• Interpret blueprints, including the layout and installation of piping, cases, and coils in walk-in boxes.
• Install drain lines for cases and walk-in evaporator coils.
• Charge systems with refrigerant and set superheat through proper valve adjustment.
• Maintain company and manufacturer specifications during installation of refrigeration equipment and components including local and state codes.
• Operate scissor lift, forklift and other equipment proficiently and safely as required to perform tasks.
• Manage communications of the job with office managers, store associates, coworkers and outside contractors.
• Maintain an organized, neat, clean and safe work environment in mechanical room, sales floor, roof, service vehicle, etc.
• Perform all duties in a safe, timely, efficient and professional manner.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must possess an EPA Section 608 Universal Certification.
• Must be computer literate.
• High School diploma or equivalent. Graduate of building related vocational - technical programs are preferred.
• Willingness to work day or night shifts as needed. Including overtime and emergencies.
• Able to respond to direct and radio requests as soon as possible.
• Able to maintain proper neat uniform appearance of Company provided work shirt and employee provided clean blue jeans without holes or tears.
• Wear required Personal Protective Equipment as required including arc flash and safety glasses.
• Ability to read and comprehend manuals, prints, and work orders.
• Able to perform start ups on various system types.
• Able to adjust system set points through various refrigeration management systems.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment maintenance.
• General record keeping skills.
• Customer service orientation and sensitivity to diverse needs of coworkers, employees, and other persons contacted in the daily course of work.