Refrigeration Technician Job DescriptionPosition Summary
The Refrigeration Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of residential, commercial, and industrial refrigeration systems and equipment. This position diagnoses mechanical and electrical issues, performs preventive maintenance, and ensures systems operate safely and efficiently. The Refrigeration Technician provides professional customer service while working independently at customer homes, businesses, and other service locations.
Essential Functions
· Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair refrigeration equipment and systems.
· Diagnose electrical, mechanical, and refrigeration system failures using appropriate testing and diagnostic equipment.
· Perform preventive maintenance on refrigeration systems, including compressors, condensers, evaporators, controls, thermostats, motors, and related components.
· Repair refrigerant leaks and perform refrigerant recovery, charging, and disposal in accordance with EPA regulations.
· Read and interpret wiring diagrams, blueprints, technical manuals, and manufacturer specifications.
· Complete service tickets, work orders, inspection reports, and required documentation accurately and timely.
· Communicate findings, recommendations, and repair estimates to customers and management.
· Respond to scheduled service calls and emergency service requests.
· Maintain company vehicles, tools, equipment, and inventory.
· Follow all applicable safety procedures and regulatory requirements.
· Represent the company professionally while interacting with residential and commercial customers.
Required Qualifications
· High school diploma or equivalent.
· EPA Section 608 Certification.
· Valid driver's license and ability to meet the company's driving standards.
· Knowledge of refrigeration systems, electrical circuits, controls, and troubleshooting techniques.
· Ability to read and understand technical documentation and schematics.
· Strong communication and customer service skills.
· Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments.
Preferred Qualifications
· Completion of a refrigeration technology, HVACR, or related trade program.
· Experience servicing residential and commercial refrigeration systems.
· Experience with walk in coolers, walk in freezers, ice machines, beverage systems, and specialty refrigeration equipment.
· OSHA safety training certification.
Physical Requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position. The employee must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull equipment, tools, and materials consistent with the essential functions of the position; frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and climb; work from ladders and elevated surfaces; work in varying indoor and outdoor environmental conditions; use tools and testing equipment; and safely operate a motor vehicle while traveling to customer locations.
Work is performed at residential homes, commercial facilities, construction sites, warehouses, food service establishments, and other customer locations. Frequent travel between customer locations is required. Participation in an on call rotation, overtime, weekends, and holiday work may be required based on business needs.
Penguinn C&R LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Penguinn C&R LLC. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. Applicants or employees who require an accommodation to participate in the application process or perform the essential functions of the position should contact Human Resources.
Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of job related background checks, motor vehicle record reviews, reference checks, drug testing, or other screenings where permitted by applicable law and consistent with business necessity.
Employment with Penguinn C&R LLC. is at will. This means either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice and with or without cause, subject to applicable law. Nothing in this job description, employee handbook, or other company document creates an employment contract, express or implied.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required for the position. The company reserves the right to modify, assign, or remove duties and responsibilities as business needs require.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
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Work Location: In person
