Refrigeration Technician

San Antonio Thermo King is Now Hiring a Refrigeration Technician I at 575 Northpoint Drive, Temple, TX 76501. As a refrigeration technician, you will be responsible for processing and completing work orders, installing/removing Thermo King refrigeration units, troubleshooting mechanical failures, performing equipment maintenance (hoses, batteries, starters, alternators, etc.), and performing preventive maintenance on trailers, trucks, and APU’s.

• Perform preventive maintenance on trailers, trucks, and 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.

• Self‑motivated and able to work efficiently with little or no supervision.
• Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Preventive maintenance experience on all makes and models, refer units, and APU’s.
• Experience in refrigeration skills and diagnostics.
• Contributes to a positive team environment by leading by example through commitment, respect, and communication.
• Demonstrates quality work through accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail of work.
• Ability to problem‑solve and demonstrate good judgement and decision‑making skills.
• Possesses a positive attitude and ability to develop and build relationships.
• Commitment to a high standard of excellence in customer service.
• Shows adaptability by effectively responding to frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Exhibits superior dependability by consistently arriving on time and as scheduled.
• Demonstrates professionalism by acting with integrity, high moral standards, and personal accountability.
• Shows organizational support by consistently following policy and procedures.

• High school diploma / GED or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year of experience and TK certified or in the process of TK certification.
• Ideal candidate will possess a mechanical background and trade school or related education.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge required.
• Must have own tools – DVOM, refrigeration gauges, hand tools, power tools, etc.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Comprehends and able to apply basic refrigeration and 12
  
  VDC/ Ohm's law fundamentals.

• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs. Occasionally lift 65 lbs. from floor to shoulder level.
• Requires frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, balancing, lifting, carrying, and reaching or handling with arms, hands, and fingers.
• Requires crawling and working in narrow spaces.
• Requires frequent repetitive movements, i.e. hammering, turning wrenches, screwdrivers, and impact tools.
• Normal vision with or without corrective lenses.
• Exposed to cold, heat, noise, mechanical/electrical fumes or odor.
• Will be required on occasion to work more than 8 hours on one shift.
• Will be required to work at a minimum height of four feet off the ground.
• Ability to operate overhead cranes, mobile equipment and motor vehicles as required.