Installation Technician/Pipefitter

Panasonic • Destrehan, LA

110d

About The Position

Are you motivated and eager to grow your career in refrigeration? Hussmann's team of Technicians install commercial refrigeration in supermarkets, convenience stores, and cold storage facilities. Build your career with industry leaders since 1906. Join our team of hardworking, refrigeration experts and discover your potential.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent OR Ten years of related experience and/or training.
• 1 year of experience with High School/GED, Zero years of experience with Technical Degree.
• Valid Driver's license and a safe driving record.
• Physically able to climb ladders, work at high elevations and lift objects up to fifty pounds.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Detail oriented and highly motivated.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and out of town as required.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple, competing priorities/task in a fast-paced work environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• High level of professionalism and diplomacy.
• Strong customer focus skills.
• Strong project management skills and high attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions, learn quickly, think rationally and exercise good judgment.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment.
• Ability to work both individually and as a team with minimum supervision.

Nice To Haves

• EPA 608 Certification preferred but not required.
• Technical Degree.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the Installation of refrigeration systems commonly installed in supermarkets, convenient stores and cold storage facilities.
• Responsible for timely completion of assigned projects and customer satisfaction.
• Acquire knowledge through on the job training, which includes new product developments, service bulletins and issues.
• Complete necessary documents (time sheets) in a thorough, accurate and timely manner to complete necessary customer paperwork for invoicing requirements.
• Ability to read and comprehend plans and blueprints as appropriate to trade regarding the installation of all cabling, communication loops, and components associated with the installation of energy management and refrigerant leak systems.
• Solder copper pipe, including configuring 90 degree, 45 degree, tees and other fittings.
• Diagnose water-leak complaints.
• Remove cases from truck without damage.
• Install PVC drain pipe.
• Recognize major case types.
• Locate and set superheat specification.
• Receive, uncrate and properly hang blower coils.
• Install orifice and thermostatic expansion valves.
• Locate refrigeration leak.
• Fabricate hangers, struts and supports.
• Identify pipe size and fittings by sight.
• Power wash air-cooled condensing units.
• Layout complex coolers.
• Maintain and manage truck inventory in an accurate, neat and orderly manner as well as adhere to vehicle maintenance program guidelines.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with Company Matching Contribution
• Discretionary 401k Company Contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Life/Disability Insurance
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Panasonic Employee Discounts
• 10 Days Paid Vacation and 12 Company Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED