Refrigeration Technician III

Join the cold chain that feeds the world. For over 120 years, Americold has connected producers, processors, distributors, and retailers to ensure food stays safe, fresh, and accessible. With 240+ facilities across four continents and 14,000+ team members, we’re a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics. Our mission is to help our customers feed the world—and we’re looking for people who share that purpose.

About the role

Under minimal supervision, work independently performing advanced refrigeration maintenance and repair throughout the warehouse. Provide maintenance support as necessary to ensure operational objectives are met. Areas of knowledge include mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, PLC, fabrication and welding, ammonia, and plumbing. Direct and oversee the work of contractors on occasion.

Responsibilities

• Define and set up ideal operational settings and parameters for all refrigeration equipment (e.g., superheat, regulators, pressure settings, defrost cycles).
• Proactively monitor system performance and take appropriate actions to ensure optimal operation.
• Pump out/evacuate refrigerant as necessary for component-level replacement and/or repair.
• Provide in-depth troubleshooting of refrigeration, electrical, mechanical, and controls systems to root cause and recommend corrective action.
• Perform calibrations (slide valve, potentiometers, RTDs, pressure transducers, etc.).
• Replace components within the refrigeration system using safe LOTO procedures and in accordance with the PSM program.
• Perform both routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various types of warehouse equipment in accordance with OSHA Standards.
• Participate in Maintenance/Refrigeration/Energy Excellence implementation and sustainment of the Americold Operating System (AOS).
• Share knowledge and assist in the training and development of less experienced technicians.
• Inspect and review “in-progress” and “completed” work of internal and external technicians for compliance and quality control.
• Conduct tests of safety equipment to ensure OSHA and operational standards.
• Maintain accurate preventive and predictive maintenance records within the CMMS System.
• Keep work area and tools 6S’d (well maintained, clean, organized) and perform housekeeping duties as required.
• Work flexible shifts, if required, including on-call.
• Perform related work and other job assignments as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 5+ years of industrial refrigeration maintenance experience, which must include ammonia refrigeration.
• Required to successfully complete assigned Industrial Refrigeration and Mechanical-Electrical courses.
• Troubleshooting and repairs experience with differing control systems such as ALTA/Allen Bradley.
• Required to be trained in HAZMAT and obtain and maintain the certification.
• Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) experience.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a cold storage environment.
• RETA CIRO/CARO certifications.
• Experience using Oracle Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Ability to perform advanced troubleshooting and diagnose down to the component level on all refrigeration equipment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for long periods with frequent interruptions.
• Several hours per day of sitting, getting up and down from chairs, and reaching or bending.
• Manual dexterity with normal hand and finger movements for typical work.
• Talking, hearing, and seeing are important elements of completing assigned tasks.
• May require travel by automobile and airplane for business.
• May require visiting facility operations in temperatures at or below freezing.
• May carry loads related to travel and occasionally lift, carry, position, or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Use of various electronic tools.
• Ability to relate to others beyond giving and receiving instructions; must partner with colleagues without exhibiting behavioral extremes.
• Performance of work activities including reasoning, negotiating, instructing, persuading, or speaking with others; respond appropriately to constructive feedback from executive management.

Benefits

At Americold, we believe in taking care of our people. We offer benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and future. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid time off.

Some benefits may vary depending on the particular position and whether it is covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA).