Refrigeration Technician III

Refrigeration Technician III

Location: Garner, NC

Company: Morris and Associates

Employment Type:  Full Time

Salary: Competitive Salary Benefits

About us:

Morris & Associates is an employee-owned US-based, global provider of custom process cooling solutions. The company began in 1949 with a focus on providing process cooling solutions to the rapidly expanding poultry processing industry. Since then, we have expanded to provide process cooling solutions around the world for a variety of industries with Morris equipment currently found in 50 countries and 5 continents.

Innovation and an intense focus on building valuable partnerships with customers are key factors in our success as well as our reputation as a “go-to” source for the most challenging process cooling issues.

Another cornerstone of our success is our unique ability to lead complicated projects from the initial idea, through design/engineering and manufacturing, to installation as well as on-site service and support. We truly are a “one-stop-shop” in process cooling solutions.

https://morristhermal.com/

Job Description:

Our Service Team supports our customers/partners in a range of environments. Poultry Processing Plants, Bagged Ice Facilities, Seafood Plants and Nuclear Power Plants are just a few of the environments we support. Morris has an opening for an experienced senior-level refrigeration technician certified to work on both ammonia and halocarbon industrial systems. Job responsibilities include providing technical instruction and assistance to lower-level field service representatives regarding installation, operation, repair, and maintenance of equipment at customer installations. Performing installation, service and on-site repairs of Morris heat exchangers and associated refrigeration equipment. Responding to requests for emergency or troublesome equipment repairs. Must be able to work under direction and from definite objectives, referring only unusual cases to a supervisor. May operate in the field or from home office to provide technical support.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot ammonia and halocarbon-based refrigeration systems
• Replace faulty refrigeration parts, rebuild valves, compressors, controls
• Install new refrigeration systems, including ice machines and other heat exchangers
• Answer questions that clients may have about Morris-supplied refrigeration systems
• Observe and test newly installed systems to ensure they work properly

Qualilfications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous experience working with ammonia-based, commercial or industrial refrigeration systems
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and technical instructions
• Ability to use various tools without needing supervision
• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on refrigeration and cooling equipment in accordance with the preventive maintenance program
• Can optimize refrigeration system’s operation
• Provide mechanical, technical, and operational support for refrigeration projects
• Supports the customer’s maintenance team in matters pertaining to Morris equipment
• Assures compliance to refrigeration standards set forth by maintenance management, State and Federal Regulations
• Analyzes refrigeration malfunctions from performance and test equipment readings and determines appropriate repairs
• Stays current on the latest technology about Refrigeration, Pneumatics, Hydraulics and Boilers
• Checks air compressors, pumps, refrigeration rooms and freezers
• Experienced with 3-phase motor control systems
• Able to respond to unplanned breakdowns with a sense of urgency
• Practiced in safe work habits
• A team player with obvious enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work
• Self-starter, dedicated to continuous quality improvement
• Ability to work independent of direct supervision
• Experience leading a refrigeration team
• Comfortable working in a frequent travel environment
• Skilled in customer communication including the ability to gain the trust of the customer
• Proficient in written and verbal communication skills
• Computer and smartphone use skills, including filing reports from the field
• Possess a valid travel passport or ability to obtain one post-employment
• Must be able to pass a Drug Screen and Background Check
• Relocation to North Carolina not necessary
• Clean Driving Record

Preferred Qualifications:

• Licenses or certifications in: HAZMAT, RETA, CIRO, E.P.A, CARO, OSHA, RMP
• Relevant degree such as Associate and High School Degree in Technical, Education, Associates, Industrial, Trades, Environmental Technology, Military, Math, Air Conditioning

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting - Up to 10 hours per day
• Standing - Up to 10 hours per day
• Walking - Up to 6 hours per day
• Lifting - Up to 50 lbs. (20x per day)
• Phone/Keyboard Use - Up to 4 hours per day

Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

We look forward to welcoming a new member to our team!