Refrigeration Technician II

Americold • Fort Smith, AR

5d

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Refrigeration Technician II independently performs routine maintenance, repair, and adjustment of refrigeration systems throughout the warehouse to ensure equipment operates correctly and safely. The role includes monitoring system performance, replacing components, conducting tests and calibrations, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining accurate preventive maintenance records. The technician also performs routine maintenance on warehouse equipment in accordance with OSHA standards, follows safe lockout/tagout procedures and program standards, and keeps work areas clean and organized. Flexible shifts, including on-call work, may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 2 years of industrial refrigeration maintenance experience, or at least 3 years of industrial maintenance experience plus a relevant industry certification such as RETA, Garden City, or EPA Universal.
• Successful completion of assigned industrial refrigeration and maintenance courses.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair different control systems, including ALTA and Allen Bradley.
• Complete required HAZMAT training and maintain certification.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a cold storage environment.
• Ammonia refrigeration maintenance experience.
• CARO and CIRO certification.
• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose refrigeration equipment down to the component level.
• Ability to share knowledge and train less experienced technicians.
• Experience using Oracle Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

Responsibilities

• Operate, repair, and adjust refrigeration systems throughout the warehouse.
• Monitor system performance and identify when systems are not operating correctly.
• Replace refrigeration system components following safe lockout/tagout procedures and program standards.
• Conduct basic pump-out and refrigerant evacuation as necessary for valve replacement or repair.
• Perform routine maintenance on warehouse equipment in accordance with OSHA standards.
• Test, calibrate, and evaluate equipment performance.
• Inspect completed work for compliance with blueprints, specifications, and safety standards.
• Maintain accurate preventive maintenance records and keep work areas clean and organized.
• Work flexible shifts, including on-call shifts, if required.
• Perform other essential duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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