Job Description

Refrigeration Technician II (Remote – Travel 85%+)

Location: Regional (Southeast, Midwest, Northeast)

Company: Morris & Associates

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: Competitive Salary + Benefits

About us:

Morris & Associates is an employee-owned US-based, global provider of custom process cooling solutions. The company began in 1949 with a focus on providing process cooling solutions to the rapidly expanding poultry processing industry. Since then, we have expanded to provide process cooling solutions around the world for a variety of industries with Morris & Associates equipment currently found in 50 countries and 5 continents.

Innovation and an intense focus on building valuable partnerships with customers are key factors in our success as well as our reputation as a “go-to” source for the most challenging process cooling issues.

Another cornerstone of our success is our unique ability to lead complicated projects from the initial idea, through design/engineering and manufacturing, to installation as well as on-site service and support. We truly are a “one-stop-shop” in process cooling solutions.

https://morristhermal.com/

About the job:

Our Service Team supports our customers/partners in a range of environments. Poultry Processing Plants, Bagged Ice Facilities, Seafood Plants and Nuclear Power Plants are just a few of the environments we support. Morris & Associates has an opening for an experienced senior-level refrigeration technician certified to work on both ammonia and halocarbon industrial systems. Job responsibilities include providing technical instruction and assistance to lower-level field service representatives regarding installation, operation, repair, and maintenance of equipment at customer installations. Performing installation, service and on-site repairs of Morris & Associates heat exchangers and associated refrigeration equipment. Responding to requests for emergency or troublesome equipment repairs. May operate in the field or from home office to provide technical support.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform advanced troubleshooting of electrical, mechanical, ammonia and halocarbon-based refrigeration systems
Replace faulty refrigeration parts, rebuild valves, compressors, controls
Install, service, maintain industrial and commercial refrigeration systems, including ice machines and other heat exchangers
Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and company safety standards.
Observe and test newly installed systems to ensure they work properly
Stays current on the latest technology about Refrigeration, Pneumatics, Hydraulics and Boilers
Lead and mentor technicians in proper techniques, safety practices, and troubleshooting methods.
Maintain accurate service records, documentation, and work orders.

Qualifications and Job Details:

High school diploma or equivalent required
Previous experience working with ammonia-based, commercial or industrial refrigeration systems
Ability to read and understand blueprints and technical instructions
Ability to use various tools without needing supervision
Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on refrigeration and cooling equipment in accordance with the preventive maintenance program
Supports the customer’s maintenance team in matters pertaining to Morris & Associates equipment
Analyzes refrigeration malfunctions from performance and test equipment readings and determines appropriate repairs
Inspect/Troubleshoot air compressors, pumps, refrigeration rooms and freezers
Experienced with 3-phase motor control systems
Able to respond to unplanned breakdowns with a sense of urgency
A team player with obvious enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work
Self-starter, dedicated to continuous quality improvement
Ability to work independent of direct supervision
Comfortable working in a frequent travel environment
Skilled in customer communication including the ability to gain the trust of the customer
Proficient in written and verbal communication skills
Computer and smartphone use skills, including filing reports from the field
Possess a valid travel passport or ability to obtain one post-employment
Must be able to pass a Drug Screen and Background Check
Clean Driving Record

Expected Qualifications:

Licenses or certifications in: RETA CIRO or CARO, E.P.A,OSHA, RMP

Physical Requirements:

Sitting - Up to 10-12 hours per day
Standing - Up to 10-12 hours per day
Walking - Up to 6 hours per day
Lifting - Up to 50 lbs. (20x per day)
Phone/Keyboard Use - Up to 4 hours per day
Ability to use a respirator

Benefits:

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
Vacation Time
Sick Time
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

We look forward to welcoming a new member to our team!

Morris & Associates

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