Refrigeration Technician III

Location: 13513 Regional Drive, Laredo, TX 77029

About the Role

As a Refrigeration Technician III, you will be self-motivated and able to work efficiently with little or no supervision. You will process and complete work orders, install and remove Thermo King refrigeration units, troubleshoot mechanical failures, and perform equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Perform Preventive Maintenance on trailers, trucks, and APUs
• Basic refrigeration skills & diagnosis: leak check, recovery, evacuation, and charging
• Replacement of components such as belts, hoses, batteries, starters, alternators, etc.
• Basic electrical skills & diagnosis utilizing DVOM and other tools as required
• Battery maintenance & diagnosis
• Installation and removal of Thermo King refrigeration units
• Use of computer/laptop to apply to and complete work orders, read service documents/material, electrical wiring diagrams & schematics, refrigeration flow diagrams, and aid in diagnosis
• Maintain housekeeping: keep work area, service bay(s), and toolbox clean and orderly
• Follow safe working practices and company policies, wear proper PPE

Requirements

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

Qualifications

• Self-motivated and able to work efficiently with little or no supervision
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Contributes to a positive team environment by leading by example through commitment, respect, and communication
• Demonstrates quality work through accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail
• Ability to problem solve and demonstrate good judgement and decision-making skills
• Positive attitude and ability to develop and build relationships
• Commitment to a high standard of excellence in customer service
• Adaptability to effectively respond to frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
• Superior dependability by consistently arriving to work on time and as scheduled
• Professionalism by acting with integrity, high moral standards, and personal accountability
• Organizational support by consistently following policy and procedures

Physical Demands

• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs
• Able to lift 65 lbs from floor to shoulder level occasionally
• Requires frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, balancing, lifting, carrying, and reaching or handling with arms, hands, and fingers
• Requires crawling and working in narrow spaces
• Requires frequent repetitive movements, e.g., hammering, turning wrenches, screwdrivers, and impact tools
• Normal vision with or without corrective lenses
• Exposed to cold, heat, noise, mechanical/electrical fumes or odors
• Occasionally required to work more than 8 hours on one shift
• Required to work at a minimum height of four feet off the ground
• Ability to operate overhead cranes, mobile equipment, and motor vehicles as required