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Technician – Refrigeration & HVAC (Self-Contained Racks and Walk-in Cases)<h4>ENTRY-LEVEL OPPORTUNITY</h4>
(Primarily Supermarket, Convenience Store, and Cold Storage Facilities)
About the Role
Are you motivated and eager to grow your career in refrigeration and HVAC?
Hussmann’s Technicians maintain, diagnose, and repair heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC/R) systems in supermarkets, convenience stores, and cold storage facilities. Build your expertise with industry leaders since 1906, join our team of skilled refrigeration experts, and discover your full potential.
Why Hussmann?
- Bi-annual bonuses based on performance
- Paid training and access to online training videos
- Paid drive time (including overtime)
- 22 days paid off (10 vacation days + 12 company holidays)
- Company vehicle provided
- Hands-on, on-the-job training in mechanical/electrical theory and model-based training
- Sign-on bonus available
Responsibilities
The role entails a mix of diagnostic, repair, and maintenance tasks with some supervision from a Master or Lead Technician:
Daily Duties
- Perform routine maintenance on supermarket refrigeration systems and self-contained temperature-controlled merchandisers.
- Demonstrate proficiency in:
- Self-contained refrigeration, heating, and air-conditioning systems.
- Preventive maintenance (e.g., compressor change assists, leak searching, coil washing).
- Leak detection in racks/pipework and repairs using:
- Soldering copper-to-brass or copper-to-steel
- Installing PVC drain pipes
- Replacing evaporator/condenser motors
- Temperature measurements (meters, sensors) and gas recovery.
- Handle component replacements, including:
- Blower coils (uncrating, hanging, fabricating hangers).
- Air-cooled condensing units (power washing).
- Repairs on Hussmann brand products.
- Parallel rack installations (component replacements, walk-in case installation).
- Troubleshooting and replacement of Thermostatic Expansion Valves (TEVs).
- Dealing with small-motors (gauge, scale, recovery, ECM, shaded pole, PSC, three-phase).
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Technical Know-How
- Comprehensive understanding of:
- Refrigerant properties (subcooling, superheat, evacuations, charging, pump-down).
- Defrost types and system layouts (conventional and parallel racks).
- Basic electrical schematics (volts, amps, ohms).
- Safe handling of R290 refrigerant and hazardous materials like dry nitrogen.
Workplace Excellence
- Manage electronic documentation (work tickets, timesheets) and customer paperwork using hand-held computers.
- Maintain truck inventory accurately and adhere to vehicle maintenance programs.
- Cultivate excellent customer relations with professional communication skills.
- Must complete paperwork and records professionally and promptly.
Note:
Equipment specialty may vary by branch — consider this an entry-level opportunity with growth potential.
Qualifications
Education
- Required: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Preferred: HVAC/R Technical School Degree or equivalent.
Experience
- External candidates: 5 years in refrigeration or 3 years with technical certification.
- Internal candidates: 1 year as a Qualified Technician with completed OJT and Skills Assessment.
Additional Requirements
- Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record (must meet Fleet Policy).
- Must be able to physically perform tasks including:
- Walking distances, standing, crouching, climbing ladders.
- Lifting and carrying objects up to 50 lbs.
- Frequent manual labor over extended periods.
- Strong communication skills (verbal and written), detail orientation, and high motivation.
- Mechanical aptitude required (knowledge of hand tools and basic repair).
- Must be able to work** nights/w weekends as needed**.
- Working knowledge of basic refrigeration (commercial refrigeration/HVAC preferred).
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Certifications Mandatory
- Certified under EPA Section 608 compliance (Universal).
Benefits & Perks – What’s In It For You?
Wellbeing & Financial Support
- Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision + prescription plans.
- Flexible Savings Plans: Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- Voluntary Insurances (Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Disability, Identity Theft).
- Hussmann Retirement Plan (401(k) with company matching and immediate vesting).
- Paid Time-Off (Vacation, holidays, Parental Leave).
Growth & Learning
- Educational Assistance: Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months.
- Employee Assisted Programs including Virtual Health, Chronic Condition Management, and Tobacco Cessation.
Note: Benefits begin availability on the first day following the start month.
About Hussmann
For over a century, Hussmann Corporation has led the way in commercial refrigeration with refrigeration solutions that optimize food retailing operations worldwide. Headquartered in St. Louis, MO, Hussmann’s innovations improve operational efficiency, food visibility, and freshness—enabling Region Partners' success.
Key assets:
- Innovative refrigeration equipment.
- Widespread technician network.
- A partnership-driven approach towards customer success.
For more information, visit www.hussmann.com
Culture & Inclusion
Hussmann is proud of its GBT-certified culture, fostering diversity with inclusive practices. All qualified candidates will receive fair consideration for employment.
No exclusion based on REASON (military service, disability, age, race, religion, sex, national origin, genetics, or protected medical conditions).
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