Field Refrigeration Technician Job at HK Recruiting, Franklin, MA

ajNxc0Jkb2FZU1VUUnNGR0J2aFNFLzQ9
  • HK Recruiting
  • Franklin, MA

Job Description

Responsibilities

As a Field Refrigeration Technician with our Client, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality ultra-low temperature refrigeration systems. Specifically, you will install, build, and service these systems, focusing on brazing refrigeration components and tubing, accurately charging refrigerants, and following detailed engineering plans. You will also work with chilled water piping, insulation, and perform basic assembly tasks. A successful Field Refrigeration Technician will bring a high level of skill, precision, and attention to detail to ensure the systems meet strict quality and leak standards.

This position involves extensive travel, with over 80% of the time spent on the road both domestically and internationally. This is a full-time role with travel on short notice, and trips may exceed three weeks. After training, most assignments will involve solo travel.

Essential Functions:

  • Collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical, and Software Engineers on cross-functional product development teams.
  • Provide technical support to internal teams including Sales, Purchasing, and Service departments, and assist with customer orders and product maintenance.
  • Develop and release bills of materials, drawings, and work procedures to manufacturing.
  • Participate in continuous cost reduction initiatives and product improvement efforts.
  • Conduct testing and analysis of refrigeration systems, and develop test plans and procedures as needed.
  • Estimate costs for custom design features to support Sales in generating customer quotations.
  • Interface with both internal and external customers to ensure products meet performance, quality, and capability expectations.
  • Communicate and collaborate with vendors, sales, engineering, and manufacturing teams to ensure project success.
  • Travel up to 50% domestically and internationally to support system installations and customer needs.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Knowledge of single-stage, multi-stage, and LN2-cooled refrigeration systems (LN2 experience a plus).
  • Strong understanding of state variables, heat loss values, and refrigeration system components.
  • Familiarity with electromechanical control systems, ladder logic, and PID control loops (a plus).
  • Ability to develop detailed specifications, test plans, and traceability matrices.
  • Proficient in SolidWorks or CREO for creating and understanding engineering models and drawings.
  • Familiarity with UL and CE standards is a plus.
  • Strong background in refrigeration, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics, including component sizing and selection.
  • Experience with component layout, sheet metal design, welding, and piping design.
  • Controls and automation experience and experience in ISO-9000 environments are advantageous.
  • Capable of working independently and within larger, cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical and refrigeration schematics.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency in business and engineering software, including specialized tools for calculation, selection, and simulation.

Education/Experience

  • Trade school, Associate's degree, or completion of a certified technical training program in HVAC or refrigeration (Journeyman certification preferred).
  • 2+ years of refrigeration experience, including hands-on knowledge of components, brazing, refrigerant charging, and reclaiming.
  • Experience with electromechanical control systems and refrigeration-related software.
  • Strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and email applications.

 

Job Tags

Full time,

Similar Jobs

Peter Michael Winery Peter Michael Winery

2025 Harvest Cellar Internship Job at Peter Michael Winery Peter Michael Winery

 ...drivers license with a clean driving record. Perks and benefits: Competitive hourly pay, including overtime throughout the harvest. Meals provided by the winery on harvest days. Work with a small team on every aspect of the process. Contribute... 

Schwartz Mazda

Automotive Sales Professional Job at Schwartz Mazda

Job Description Schwartz Mazda is growing and currently seeking Car Sales Representatives to join our Automotive Dealership. Prior Auto Sales experience is not required, we will offer training to the right individuals! Qualifications:* Customer Service... 

Daily Jobs

Data Entry Clerk Night Shift Job at Daily Jobs

 ...or chat systems. - Perform various data entry tasks with attention to detail. -...  ...telemarketing based on your experience and comfort level. - Input data into our database system:...  ...the task and your experience. - Fully remote: Work from anywhere with a reliable... 

Johns Hopkins Medicine

Registered Respiratory Therapist PRN Job at Johns Hopkins Medicine

 ...and the surrounding area for more than 65 years. The designated trauma center for Montgomery County, Suburban Hospital is fully...  ...family-centered care possible. Join Our Team: Respiratory Therapist at Johns Hopkins - Bethesda, Maryland Summary: Under supervision... 

American Airlines

Ramp Service Agent Part Time Job at American Airlines

 ...possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family,...  ...Click here to see what it takes to be part of the Fleet team, and click here to see...  ...and noxious fumes Depending on your airport size, you may also do the following: De...