Commercial HVAC Refrigeration Technician
EMCOR
- Phoenix, AZ
- $29.17-51.40 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- The Refrigeration Service Technician is responsible for the operations, repairs, replacement, and preventative maintenance of commercial and industrial refrigeration equipment.
- Must have a working knowledge of rack systems, walk-in coolers and freezers, ice machines, reach-in coolers and freezers, and basic HVAC equipment, including rooftop units, exhaust fans, make-up air units and associated electrical equipment.
- Ability to diagnose and repair refrigeration equipment to include:
- Strong understanding of the refrigeration circuit
- Understand superheating and subcooling.
- Hot gas circuits and operations
- CPR’s EPR’s and head pressure control valves (ORI, OROA, LAC)
- TXV/Orifice operations
- Ability to perform leak checks (electronically and pressurized)
- Ability to solder, braze, and pipe fit.
- Understand reciprocating compressor operation.
- Use different types of compressor oils.
- Understand electrical circuits and processors.
- Defrost clocks.
- Defrost heaters.
- Contactors
- Relays
- CPC Processors
- Technicians will be familiar with all refrigeration equipment and all refrigerants.
- Work with the Dispatch Team to ensure that the workload is accomplished in a complete and timely manner.
- The individual must maintain safe work practices in support of the OSHA Health & Safety and NFPA 70e standards as it applies when performing the assigned duties.
- High School Diploma or GED
- 5 years of experience in maintaining similar type and size commercial equipment, along with a current Universal CFC certification
- Strong oral and written communication required.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and perform duties with minimal supervision in isolated areas.
- Knowledge and experience in the proper use and safe operation of hand tools, equipment, and testing devices necessary to perform all work assignments.
- Ability to stand, sit, or squat for extended periods of time.
- Ability to lift, move, and carry material up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and work at extended heights.
- Ability to operate scissors and boom lifts
- Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). i.e., but not limited to, Dust mask, gloves, eye protection, and hearing protection.
- Working knowledge of desktop computers and Internet-based programs
- A company uniform will be issued, and a neat personal appearance will be required.
- This position will require a background check and drug screening.
- Valid Driver’s license and able to maintain a good driving record.