Refrigeration Start-up Technician

Place Services, Inc. has an immediate opening for a Refrigeration Startup Technician to be located out of the Knoxville, TN area. The work radius is primarily in NC, AL, TN, SC, and GA. This position will require both day and night shift work and offers a highly competitive compensation package.

The Refrigeration Startup Technician is responsible for diagnosing and repairing parallel rack refrigeration systems commonly installed in supermarkets and retail facilities. Assist Install Team in the relocation and modification of refrigeration equipment as needed. They will be a support to other technicians and installers as a resource for information and guidance.

Who We Are:

Place Services Inc. is a leading commercial construction company with our headquarters based in Canton, Georgia. Since 2006 we have grown largely due to how we view and treat our customers. We also provide our employees a culture that allows for growth and the opportunity to learn more about construction in the local and nationwide markets.

We offer our employees a competitive base salary with bonus potential, as well as medical, dental, vision, life and accident insurance. Place Services Inc. contributes to your 401K upon your eligibility to participate in the program and offers a generous PTO program along with paid holidays.

Growing from a team of 4 at inception to over 800 strong today, we assist our clients by providing them construction excellence in service and product in every front available and needed. Our depth of clients expertise ranges from the grocery industry to big box retail as well as both state and Federal government projects in military and healthcare.

What You’ll Do:

• Travel to customer locations to install and set up refrigeration systems according to specifications and design plans. Ensure all components are properly connected and calibrated for efficient operation
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues related to refrigeration equipment; troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control system problems to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
• Maintain accurate records of installation, maintenance, and repair activities. Document equipment specifications, performance data, and troubleshooting procedures for reference and future analysis.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards during all installation and maintenance activities. Conduct thorough inspections to verify adherence to quality assurance protocols.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineers, designers, and project managers to coordinate project timelines and objectives. Communicate effectively to ensure alignment and successful project execution.

Who You Are:

• Excellent with Details: You have an eye for precision, ensuring near-perfect accuracy in all tasks and a strong focus on quality output.
• Team Player: Embodying a 'we over me' mentality, you understand the importance of collective success and how your actions affect the team.
• Effective Communicator: With proficiency in both verbal and written communication, you maintain professionalism at all times, accurately representing our company.
• Flexible: Adaptable to changing business needs, you can swiftly adjust to new directions and priorities.
• Continuous Improvement: You possess a genuine eagerness to learn, grow, and bring innovative ideas to the table, aiming to enhance company practices.

What You Bring:

• High School/GED and either Completion/Certification from an HVAC-R Technical School or 2 years of experience in HVAC-R is preferred
• 1 year of experience in the direct onsite service and repair of parallel rack refrigeration systems
• As a employee of Place Services, this individual must have solid professional written and verbal skills needed to grow and maintain customer relationships
• Available to work nights and/or weekends.
• Must be physically able to walk distances, bend and crouch, climb ladders work at high elevations and lift/carry objects up to fifty pounds, repetitively and for an external period.

As an EEO employer, Place Services, Inc. is committed to providing all applicants and employees with equal access to employment opportunities, regardless of sex, race, age, color, national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Place Services, Inc. shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on protected veteran status or disability and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37.00 - $48.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Night shift
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• This position is travel and flex schedule, nights and days with some Sundays. Are you able to work these schedules and travel?

Experience:

• HVAC/R: 2 years (Preferred)
• service and repair of parallel rack refrigeration systems: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $37 - $48