Refrigeration Mechanic

Refrigeration Mechanic

Hillsborough NJ
Pay Rate: $25.00 $30.00 Hourly

Job Summary:
This position reports to the Depot Manager. Work involves the application of trade skills in installing repairing maintaining and servicing marine and commercial type refrigeration equipment. Work is assigned by a foreman and the employee works with some independence on routine assignments. Requires the exercise of judgment in determining the extent of repair and work procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Accident prevention correct and/or report any unsafe working conditions before they result in an accident
  
• Identify and implement efficiency improvements cost reductions and profitability improvement initiatives.
  
• Inspect and test incoming and outgoing refrigeration equipment to confirm that it is in good condition based on company guidelines.
  
• Overhaul and service refrigeration by repairing or replacing worn or broken parts compressors motors valves refrigerant lines drainage lines solenoids and electrical systems including microprocessor digital display transformers contactors and all components of the control system.
  
• Check for refrigerant leaks evacuate and charge systems as required.
  
• Clean coils and attend to the overall appearance of the equipment.
  
• Maintain parts inventory and replenishing supplies.
  
• Responding to emergency service calls during off hours will occasionally be required.
  
• Lifting production objects of up to 50lbs.
  
• Performs other duties as assigned
  
• Must be able to fulfill essential job functions in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner.
  

• Full Time
  
• Monday through Friday
  

Requirements

Skills/Qualifications:

• Familiar with using refrigerant gauges electrical and multi meters.
  
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
  
• Good verbal and written communication skills and a professional approach to working.
  
• Valid driver s license. Upbeat personality and able to interact with customers suppliers and fellow workers.
  

Experience:

This position requires a minimum of 2 years experience in the service and repair of either commercial or transport refrigeration equipment.

Skills/Qualifications: Familiar with using refrigerant gauges, electrical and multi meters. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade. Good verbal and written communication skills and a professional approach to working. Valid driver s license. Upbeat personality and able to interact with customers, suppliers, and fellow workers. Experience: This position requires a minimum of 2 years experience in the service and repair of either commercial or transport refrigeration equipment.