Hussmann · 1 day ago
Certified Service Technician
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expHussmann Corporation is a global leader in commercial refrigeration equipment, dedicated to enhancing operational efficiency in the food retailing industry. They are seeking a Certified Service Technician to perform maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of HVAC/R systems in supermarkets and convenience stores with minimal supervision.
Food and BeverageManufacturing
Responsibilities
Perform prescribed, routine maintenance procedures on supermarket refrigeration systems and self-contained temperature-controlled merchandisers
Demonstrate operating knowledge of self-contained refrigeration, heating and air conditioning units with some direction from a Master or Lead Service Technician
Perform preventative maintenance for convenient stores, small format, and supermarkets to include compressor change assists, leak searching and coil washing
Detect and repair leaks on racks or single-unit piping, solder with copper-to-brass and copper to steel, diagnose low air flow, install PVC drain pipe, replace evaporator/condenser motors, use temperature meters and sensors, receive, uncrate and properly hang blower coils, fabricate hangers, struts and supports, power wash air-cooled condensing units, repair Hussmann brand products, replace any component on a rack and perform walk-in case installation with some direction from a Master or Lead Technician
Complete necessary documents (work tickets and time sheets) and electronic communication in a thorough, accurate, professional and timely manner
Demonstrate ability to utilize a hand-held computer to complete necessary customer paperwork and invoicing requirements
Maintain and manage truck inventory in an accurate, neat and orderly manner as well as adhere to vehicle maintenance program guidelines (If applicable)
Develop and maintain excellent customer relations and professionally articulate equipment and system malfunctions using correct terminology
Understand basic electrical schematics including volts, amps, ohms
Responsible for TEV troubleshooting and replacement
Demonstrate understanding of sub cool, superheat, refrigerant and oil properties, vacuums and microns, system evacuation and charging, system pump down, system defrost types, single phase compressor start components, recovery setup, torch setup, conventional refrigeration system layout, and parallel rack system layout
Demonstrate a working knowledge of gauge, scale, recovery, ECM, shaded pole, PSC, and three phase motors
Safely handle R290 refrigerant and other hazardous materials such as dry nitrogen
Additional responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma/GED
5 years in the field or 3 years with Certification from a Technical School for external candidates
1 year as a Qualified Technician w/ completion of OJT & Skills Assessment for internal candidates
Valid Driver's License and maintain a safe driving record accordance with the Fleet Policy
Physically able to walk distances, bench and crouch, climb ladders, work at high elevations and lift/carry objects up to fifty pounds, repetitively and for an external period
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Detail oriented and highly motivated
Strong mechanical aptitude to include knowledge of basic maintenance tasks and use of hand tools
Able to work nights and/or weekends as required
EPA 608 Universal Certification
Superior decision-making ability and paperwork skills
Preferred
HVAC-R Technical School Degree
Working knowledge of basic refrigeration and/or knowledge of commercial refrigeration and HVAC
Strong leadership and business acumen
Benefits
Bi-annual bonuses based on performance
Paid training and access to online training videos
Paid drive time (including overtime)
22 days paid off - 10 days of vacation, 12 company holidays
Company vehicle provided
On-the-job, hands-on training opportunities for Technicians, electric and mechanical theory, and model-based training
Sign-on bonus available
Health Benefits - Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
Voluntary Benefits - Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
Hussmann Retirement Savings & Investment Plan - 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
Paid Time-Off Benefits - Paid time off, stewardship and parental leave.
Educational Assistance - Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
Health Management and Wellbeing Programs -EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, and tobacco cessation.
Company
Hussmann
Hussmann has provided innovative products, services and solutions for preserving and merchandising fresh foods.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2015-12-21Acquired
Leadership Team
Tim Figge
Chief Executive Officer
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