HVAC/Low Temp Refrigeration Technician

DeBra-Kuempel Inc.•Cincinnati, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

DeBra-Kuempel is seeking an HVAC Low Temp Technician to service, install, and repair HVAC, chiller, and refrigeration systems, including ultra-low-temperature freezers and cascade refrigeration units, for existing and new accounts. The role includes preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on complex mechanical systems, with a focus on safety and efficiency. The position calls for a strong refrigeration background, electrical skills, the ability to read schematics, and familiarity with Building Management Systems and PC-based applications. Professionalism, clear communication, and the ability to explain technical information to technical and non-technical audiences are essential. The technician maintains records of work performed and materials used, follows schedules and budgets, uses company and vendor resources, and keeps the work area clean. The role requires wearing a company uniform and safety PPE, performing job hazard analyses, and providing customers with service status updates before, during, and after each call. Work is performed in field environments that vary by project and weather conditions, and requires regular travel to job sites in the assigned service territory.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of field experience.
Strong refrigeration background.
Good electrical skills.
Refrigeration troubleshooting skills.
Good customer service skills.
Self-motivated team player.
Working knowledge of electrical schematic reading.
Some working knowledge of PCs, application software, and Building Management Systems.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining complex mechanical HVAC equipment.

Responsibilities

Service, install, and repair assigned HVAC, chiller, and refrigeration equipment safely and efficiently, including ultra-low-temperature freezers and cascade refrigeration units.
Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on chillers, freezers, cascade units, and complex mechanical HVAC equipment.
Maintain records of work performed and parts and materials used.
Use company and vendor resources.
Uphold standards, policies, and procedures and maintain a clean work area.
Follow schedules and budgets.
Wear the company uniform and required safety PPE, and perform job hazard analyses.
Demonstrate professionalism in appearance and verbal and written communication.
Provide customers with service status reports before, during, and after each call.
Explain technical information effectively and professionally to technical and non-technical audiences.
Travel regularly to job sites within the assigned service territory.