Service Technician Industrial Refrigeration

Position Summary

Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair commercial/industrial refrigeration equipment and systems to ensure they are working efficiently and properly.

• Responsible for refrigeration repair and maintenance support to industrial accounts in food and beverage and refrigerated storage equipment from 100 hp to 5,000 hp.
• Perform routine and emergency service on ammonia and Freon refrigeration equipment commonly found in industrial applications.
• Use working knowledge of screw and reciprocal compressors, electrical troubleshooting all common types of ammonia central systems, & control/alarm systems to perform inspections and preventative maintenance as required.
• Demonstrate an understanding and adherence to all work safety policies, procedures and governing requirements. Knowledge of controls and electrical systems (high and low voltage).
• Evaluate customer needs and make recommendations for correction and/or improvement.
• Respond directly to customer questions, explain services provided, and provide dispatch with detailed summary of related costs for billing purposes.
• Complete all required paperwork in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist Service Sales with customer scope development, technical analysis/support for retrofits, upgrades and/or enhancements to existing equipment.
• Mentor/train assisting apprentices.
• Perform all work within the confines of Southland’s safety rules and regulations.
• Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

• Basic computer experience
• Must be able to wear a respirator and pass a fit test.
• Motor alignment experience
• Ability to effectively manage time and complete delegated work within specified timeframe
• Ability to read and interpret EPA regulations
• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people
• Ability to work within precise standards of accuracy
• Ability and willingness to follow oral and written directions
• Ability to successfully pass pre-employment drug-screen and physical tests
• Must be available to be on stand-by or work during evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• High school degree (or GED) and successful completion of sheet metal apprenticeship program or related trade school
• OSHA-10 certification (if not currently certified, must be obtained within six (6) months from date of hire)
• Minimum of 4 years of industrial refrigeration / ammonia / HVAC/R experience.
• RETA 1&2 certification preferred.
• Experience with anhydrous ammonia (R717)
• Employment is contingent upon satisfying all jobsite-specific access requirements, with no outstanding restrictions from any jobsite or from working with any of Southland’s partnering General Contractors, Owners, Customers, etc.

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits