Refrigeration Technician II
- Job ID
- 54266
- Location
- W8876 Country Highway X, Darien, WI 53114, United States
- Job Category
- Maintenance Technician
- Locations
- Geneva Lakes
- Job Schedule
- Full Time
- Job Shift
- 1st
- Shift Start Hours
- 06:00 AM
- Shift End Hours
- 02:00 AM
- Workdays
- M-F
- Work Place
- On-site
- Travel Required
- N
- Travel Frequency
- Other Hiring Locations
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. We value customer service, innovation, and inclusion, and we invest in our people’s growth and well-being. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a company that puts people first, Americold is the place for you.
| Primary Responsibility : Under general supervision, works independently performing routine refrigeration maintenance and repair throughout the warehouse. What You’ll Do : • Performs operation, repair and adjustment of refrigeration system. Monitors system performance and determines when system is not operating correctly. • Replaces components within the refrigeration’s system, with safe LOTO procedures and in accordance with PSM program. • Performs basic pump out/evacuate refrigerant as necessary for valve replacement and/or repair. • Performs routine maintenance on various types of warehouse equipment in accordance with OSHA Standards. • Tests, maintains, and evaluates equipment performance using instruments such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, pyrometers, and pressure gauges. Tests and calibrates HVAC equipment. What Experience and Education You Need : • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. • 5 years combined Industrial Refrigeration and/or Industrial Maintenance experience with a minimum of 2 years of employment experience in industrial refrigeration • Completion of RETA Operator 1 course preferred. In lieu of RETA course - successful completion of industry recognized Industrial Ammonia Refrigeration training (Stellar, Frick, GCAP/Lanier or employer comparable training program), equivalent in scope will be considered. • Troubleshooting and repairs with differing control systems ALTA/Allen Bradley etc. • Required to be trained in HAZMAT, and any assigned Industrial Refrigeration and maintenance courses. What Could Set You Apart : • Fully competent to a high degree in mechanical knowledge. • CARO and CIRO certification preferred. • Proficient use of testing equipment. • Must be able to work flexible shifts, if required, including on call. • Share knowledge, train and develop less experienced technicians. Physical Requirements : The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. • May be required to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures of –20 degrees Fahrenheit and outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation). • Must be able to work at heights in excess of 35 ft. and be able to access elevated platforms and catwalks • Must be able to climb ladders and stairs. • Frequently required to stand; walk; push; pull; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel; and crouch • Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. • Must be able to use hand and power tools. • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception. Either naturally or with the aid of eye glasses (use of contacts are prohibited when working with ammonia). • Able to work nights and weekends. • Able to pass a physical and respiratory exam. Work Environment : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Americold is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/AA M/F/D/V DFW. |
What We Offer
At Americold, we believe in taking care of our people. We offer benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and future. Our associates know what’s in it for them – opportunity, purpose and a values-driven culture. When you join Americold, you become part of a mission to help our customers feed the world.