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Refrigeration Technician I
full-timeAlbertville

Summary

Location

Albertville

Type

full-time

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About this role

Primary Responsibility:

Under general supervision, performing refrigeration operations and preventative maintenance and repair throughout the warehouse. Provide maintenance support as necessary to ensure operational objective are met. Perform basic troubleshooting and repair of industrial mechanical and electrical systems as needed. 

 

What You’ll Do: 

  • Operates and performs repair(s) and adjustment(s) of refrigeration system.  Monitor system performance and determine when system is not operating correctly. 
  • Performs routine maintenance on various types of warehouse equipment in accordance with OSHA Standards. 
  • Troubleshoots equipment and recommends corrective action. 
  • Tests, maintains, and evaluates equipment performance using instruments such as multi-meters. 
  • Maintains tools and machinery in good condition and use tools and equipment carefully as instructed. 
  • Conducts tests of safety equipment to ensure OHSA and operational standards. 
  • Maintains accurate preventive maintenance records. 
  • Keeps work area 6S’d (clean, organized, etc.), and performs housekeeping duties as required. 
  • Able to work flexible shifts if required, including on call. 
  • Performs other maintenance related work and job assignments as required.  

What Experience and Education You Need: 

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)  
  • 2 years combined Refrigeration and/or Maintenance experience  

OR 

  • Specific HVAC/R certification and/or technical Degree  
  • Required to successfully complete assigned Industrial Refrigeration and/or mechanical-electrical courses. 
  • Required to train in HAZMAT, obtain and maintain the certification.
  • Basic computer skills required (email, internet searches, basic data entry, etc.). 

What Could Set You Apart: 

  • Experience working in a Cold Storage environment  
  • Experience using testing equipment 
  • Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose down to the component level on refrigeration equipment. 
  • Experience using Oracle Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
  • Technical certification or degree 

hysical 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 catwalk.
• 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.

Americold is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

EOE/AA M/F/D/V DFW.

Other facts

Tech stack
Refrigeration Operations,Preventative Maintenance,Troubleshooting,Repair,Safety Equipment Testing,Basic Computer Skills,HVAC/R Certification,Industrial Mechanical Systems,Electrical Systems,Multi-meters,Housekeeping Duties,Flexible Shifts,Cold Storage Experience,Oracle CMMS,Technical Certification,Physical Requirements

About Americold

Americold is a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics and real estate, with a more than 120-year legacy of innovation and reliability. With more than 230 facilities across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and South America – totaling approximately 1.4 billion refrigerated cubic feet – Americold ensures the safe, efficient movement of refrigerated products worldwide.

Our facilities are an integral part of the global food supply chain, connecting producers, processors, distributors, and retailers with tailored, value-added services supported by responsive and reliable supply chains. Americold delivers world-class service that creates lasting value for our customers and the communities we serve.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Founding Year: 1903

What you'll do

  • The Refrigeration Technician I is responsible for performing refrigeration operations, preventative maintenance, and repairs throughout the warehouse. This includes troubleshooting and repairing industrial mechanical and electrical systems as needed.

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What does a Refrigeration Technician I do at Americold?

As a Refrigeration Technician I at Americold, you will: the Refrigeration Technician I is responsible for performing refrigeration operations, preventative maintenance, and repairs throughout the warehouse. This includes troubleshooting and repairing industrial mechanical and electrical systems as needed..

Why join Americold as a Refrigeration Technician I?

Americold is a leading Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage company.

Is the Refrigeration Technician I position at Americold remote?

The Refrigeration Technician I position at Americold is based in Albertville, Alabama, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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