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Associated Grocers Baton Rouge

Refrigeration Installation/Pipefitter Technician

Associated Grocers Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Louisiana, United States, 70595

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Summary information and job details are provided for the Refrigeration Installation/Pipefitter Technician position. The Refrigeration Installer is primarily responsible for installing new or used equipment in locations. This requires knowledge of refrigeration equipment, hand tools, welding, refrigeration, schematics, and floor layout drawings. The installer must be able to move and install display cases and erect walk in cooler/freezer vaults, and connect all components of the system, run and connect copper piping, hook up electrical components, charge the system with refrigerant, and verify that all equipment, temperature sensors and thermostats are working correctly.

Compensation and benefits may include competitive pay, weekly payroll, a comprehensive benefits package, 401K retirement program, Paid Time Off upon hire, and a team environment.

Responsibilities

Maintain stellar safety record. Travel to worksite in company provided vehicle. Use gloves, safety goggles, and other PPE to prevent injury to self or others.

Communicate with management, customer and other technicians on the timing, location, and method for installing refrigeration equipment.

Fabricate and install equipment per drawings and specifications. Read schematics, drawings, installation manuals and operation manuals to install equipment properly.

Connect systems to electrical, control, fuel, water lines, ducts, air lines and other utilities.

Test installed system for proper operation. Make necessary adjustments to electrical control and mechanical systems.

Perform mechanical refrigerant conversions. Record the use of all refrigerant and remove and discard prior systems in accordance with local, state, and federal laws.

Order, pick up, deliver, and install materials and supplies needed to maintain equipment in good working condition.

Qualifications Education and/or Experience One year certificate from college or technical school; and/or three to five years related experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations EPA Refrigeration Certificate Must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record

Skills

1-2 years of refrigeration experience

2 years of working knowledge of refrigeration equipment, tools, and refrigerants

Working knowledge of silver solder tools

Working knowledge of normal shop equipment and hand tools

Working knowledge of all electrical phases and voltage

Must be highly motivated and able to work independently

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Wholesale

Note: This description reflects the information available for the Refrigeration Installation/Pipefitter Technician role. Additional postings and related roles may appear on the site.

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