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Panasonic Avionics Corporation

Service Technician - Professional

Panasonic Avionics Corporation, Houma, Louisiana, us, 70361


Overview

Performs maintenance, diagnosis and repair of refrigeration, heating & air-conditioning systems commonly installed in supermarkets, convenient stores and cold storage facilities. Operates independently with minimal direct supervision. Develops first line customer relations and identifies potential sales opportunities.Responsibilities

Performs prescribed, routine maintenance procedures on supermarket refrigeration system and self-contained temperature-controlled merchandisers.Matches customer needs with potential sales opportunities and completes rapid/accurate diagnosis.Manages truck inventory, orders, receives, bills out, and maintains parts responsibly with minimal waste. Maintains a clean vehicle and performs required maintenance on time.Completes necessary documents and electronic communication in a thorough, accurate, professional and timely manner using a hand-held device.Utilizes mirror and flashlight to check all joints, installs PVC drain pipe, sets and trims cases, installs and adjusts glass doors and frames, uses temperature sensors, brazing and soldering techniques, and determines proper coil layout in complex boxes.Accurately identifies pipe size and fittings, performs system refrigerant and oil conversions, tests oil during conversion, and electric welds a variety of metals and joint types.Identifies, troubleshoots, and correctly sizes thermostatic expansion valves.Demonstrates knowledge of pressure regulators related to pressurized gases, refrigerant flow controls, TEV troubleshooting and replacement, and tracing complex schematic diagrams.Understands low/high pressure oil systems, split condensing/low ambient controls, refrigerated equipment startup, EMS controls, CO2 refrigeration, new retail store refrigeration startup, air flow characteristics and testing, motor VFD’s, all system defrost types, recovery setup, torch setup, compressor operating parameters, conventional refrigeration system layout, parallel rack system layout, and advanced wiring diagrams.Demonstrates working knowledge of gauge, scale, recovery, ECM, shaded pole, PSC, three phase motors, compressor operating parameters, oil differential pressure valves and oil level controls.Detects and repairs leaks on conventional systems and parallel racks, solders with copper-to-brass and copper to steel, conducts compressor diagnosis and replacements, troubleshoots and repairs complex service calls, checks/adjusts oil management system and compressor oil level control.Serves as a mentor to other technicians and leads HVAC/R PM programs.Additional responsibilities as assigned.Qualifications

Formal Education Requirement:Required Level:

High School Diploma/GEDPreferred Level:

HVAC-R Technical School DegreeMinimum Years of Experience Necessary:External Candidates: 7 years in the field

or

5 years with Certification from a Technical SchoolInternal Candidates: 3 years as a Certified Technician with completion of OJT & Skills AssessmentADDITIONAL INFORMATION:Must have a Valid Driver’s License and maintain a safe driving record in accordance with the Fleet Policy.Must be physically able to walk distances, bench and crouch, climb ladders, work at high elevations and lift/carry objects up to fifty pounds, repetitively and for an extended period.Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, be detail-oriented and highly motivated.Must have strong mechanical aptitude including knowledge of basic maintenance tasks and use of hand tools.Must be able to work nights and/or weekends as required.Working knowledge of basic refrigeration and/or knowledge of commercial refrigeration and HVAC is preferred.Strong leadership and business acumen.EPA 608 Universal Certification.Superior decision-making ability and paperwork skills.About Hussmann:

Hussmann is a subsidiary of Panasonic USA. We are a leader in providing display merchandisers, refrigeration systems, installation and services to food retailers around the world. We do more than provide a refrigeration system or install and maintain equipment. We provide our customers with solutions to make their businesses better. Finding a better way has always been the Hussmann way. Since 1906, our focus on innovation has helped food retailers succeed. We hold over 122 U.S. patents and 320 international patents from more than a dozen countries. We collaborate with customers across a variety of food retail segments as we work towards fulfilling a promise for better businesses, better partners, and a better world.Our organization offers benefits that are the best fit for you at every stage of your career:Comprehensive Insurance Plans: Health, Dental, and Vision, 401k with Company Matching Contribution, Discretionary 401k Company Contribution, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Life/Disability Insurance, Family Leave, Panasonic Employee Discounts, Paid Vacation and Holidays, Wellness Program, Identity Protection, Community Stewardship, Employee Assistance Program and more.Hussmann is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to veteran status, disability, age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, marital status, pregnancy, or any other non-merit based factor.

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