Service Technician- Industrial Refrigeration

Service Technician - Industrial Refrigeration

Mechanical Service Field Operations

Schertz, TX

ID: 4734

Full-Time

Regular Position Summary:

Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial and industrial refrigeration equipment and systems to ensure they are working efficiently and properly.

Position Details:

Responsible for refrigeration repair and maintenance support to industrial accounts in food and beverage and refrigerated storage equipment from 100 hp to 5000 hp.

Perform routine and emergency service on ammonia and Freon refrigeration equipment commonly found in industrial applications.

Use working knowledge of screw and reciprocal compressors, electrical troubleshooting, all common types of ammonia central systems & control alarm systems to perform inspections and preventative maintenance as required.

Demonstrate an understanding and adherence to all work safety policies, procedures, and governing requirements.

Knowledge of controls and electrical systems, high and low voltage.

Evaluate customer needs and make recommendations for correction and/or improvement.

Respond directly to customer questions, explain services provided, and provide dispatch with detailed summary of related costs for billing purposes.

Complete all required paperwork in a timely and professional manner.

Assist Service Sales with customer scope development, technical analysis, support for retrofits, upgrades, and/or enhancements to existing equipment.

Mentor, train, and assist apprentices.

Perform all work within the confines of Southlands safety rules and regulations.

Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

Qualifications:

• Basic computer experience
• Must be able to wear a respirator and pass a fit test
• Motor alignment experience
• Ability to effectively manage time and complete delegated work within specified timeframe
• Ability to read and interpret EPA regulations
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people
• Ability to work within precise standards of accuracy
• Ability and willingness to follow oral and written directions
• Ability to successfully pass pre-employment drug-screen and physical tests
• Must be available to be on stand-by or work during evenings, weekends, and holidays
• High school degree or GED and successful completion of sheet metal apprenticeship program or related trade school
• OSHA-10 certification if not currently certified must be obtained within six months from date of hire
• Minimum of 4 years of industrial refrigeration, ammonia HVACR experience
• RETA 1&2 certification preferred
• Experience with anhydrous ammonia R717

Employment:

Employment is contingent upon satisfying all jobsite-specific access requirements with no outstanding restrictions from any jobsite or from working with any of Southlands partnering General Contractors, Owners, Customers, etc.

Benefits:

As a 100 employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401k plan with 50 company match, no cap, and immediate 100 vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, 100 paid for employee
• Annual bonus program based upon performance achievement and company profitability
• Term life AD&D insurance and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans, health and dependent care
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training and professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses

About Southland Industries:

As one of the nations largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where youre engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.

To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities, follow us on social media, and check out our website.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.

We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment:

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks.

Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR).

We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement:

It is Southland Industries policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order.

Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).