Refrigeration Technician I

Kirby Corporation • Dallas, TX

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Thermo King of Dallas is seeking a Refrigeration Technician I to join their team. This role involves processing and completing work orders, installing and removing Thermo King refrigeration units, troubleshooting mechanical failures, and performing equipment maintenance. The technician will also be responsible for preventive maintenance on trailers, trucks, and auxiliary power units (APUs).

Requirements

• High school diploma/general education degree (GED) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of experience and TK certified or in the process of TK certification.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge required.
• Must have own tools- DVOM, refrigeration gauges, hand tools, power tools, etc.
• Ability to perform basic mathematic skills.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Comprehends and able to apply basic refrigeration and 12VDC/ Ohm’s Law fundamentals.

Nice To Haves

• Ideal candidate will possess a mechanical background and trade school or related education.

Responsibilities

• Perform Preventive Maintenance on trailers, trucks, apu’s.
• Basic refrigeration skills & diagnosis- leak check, recovery, evacuation & charging.
• Replacement of components as needed such as belts, hoses, batteries, starters, alternators, etc.
• Basic electrical skills & diagnosis utilizing DVOM and other tools as required.
• Battery Maintenance & diagnosis.
• Installation/ removal of Thermo King refrigeration units.
• Use of computer/ laptop to apply to and complete work orders, read service documents/ material, electrical wiring diagrams & schematics, refrigeration flow diagrams, aid in diagnosis, etc.
• Housekeeping- keeps work area, service bay(s), toolbox clean and orderly.
• Follows safe working practices and company policies, wears proper PPE.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED