What You'll Do
Under general supervision, you will work independently to perform routine
maintenance, repair, and adjustment of refrigeration systems throughout the
warehouse, ensuring equipment operates correctly and safely. Responsibilities
include monitoring system performance, replacing components, conducting tests
and calibrations, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining accurate preventive
maintenance records.
Essential Functions
* Perform operation, repair, and adjustment of refrigeration systems throughout
the warehouse.
* Monitor system performance and determine when systems are not operating
correctly.
* Replace refrigeration system components following safe lockout/tagout
procedures and program standards.
* Conduct basic pump out and evacuate refrigerant as necessary for valve
replacement or repair.
* Perform routine maintenance on warehouse equipment in accordance with OSHA
standards.
* Test, calibrate, and evaluate equipment performance and inspect completed
work for compliance with specifications and safety standards.
* Inspect completed work for compliance to blueprints, specifications, and
safety standards.
* Maintain accurate preventive maintenance records and ensure work areas are
clean and organized.
* Work flexible shifts, if required, including on call.
* Other essential duties may be applicable and assigned as necessary.
What Experience and Education You Need
* High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
* Minimum 2 years of industrial refrigeration maintenance experience OR minimum
3 years industrial maintenance experience plus relevant industry
certification such as RETA, Garden City, or EPA Universal.
* Successful completion of assigned industrial refrigeration and maintenance
courses required.
* Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair differing control systems including
ALTA and Allen Bradley.
* Required to complete HAZMAT training and maintain certification.
What Could Set You Apart
* Experience working in a cold storage environment.
* Ammonia refrigeration maintenance experience.
* CARO and CIRO certification.
* Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose down to the component level on all
refrigeration equipment.
* Ability to share knowledge and train less experienced technicians.
* Experience using Oracle Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Physical Requirements
* Able to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures of
minus 45 (-45) degrees Fahrenheit (-43 degrees Celsius) and outside ambient
temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation).
* Able to work at heights in excess of 30 ft. (9 meters) and access elevated
platforms, catwalks, and roofs.
* Able to work in confined areas.
* Able to climb ladders and stairs.
* Able frequently to stand, walk, push, pull, reach with hands and arms, stoop,
kneel, and/or crouch.
* Able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds (23 kg) frequently.
* Able to operate hand and power tools safely.
* Able to meet specific vision abilities required by this job, including close
vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception. (Use of contacts
are prohibited when working with ammonia.)
* Depending on specific role, able to pass a physical and
respiratory/respirator fit exam.
* Able to frequently step up/on or step down/off to mount and dismount material
handling equipment.
* Able to perform fine articulation movements with fingers/hands and/or feet to
operate equipment.
* Able to wear personal protective equipment required for any/all tasks.
Americold is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy,
genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other
protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE/AA
M/F/D/V.
Join the Cold Chain That Feeds the World.
For over 120 years, Americold has connected producers, processors, distributors,
and retailers to ensure food stays safe, fresh, and accessible. With 240+
facilities across four continents and 14,000+ team members, we’re a global
leader in temperature-controlled logistics. Our mission is to help our customers
feed the world – and we’re looking for people who share that purpose. We value
customer service, innovation, and inclusion, and we invest in our people’s
growth and well-being. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a company
that puts people first, Americold is the place for you.