Senior Technician

Job description

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Senior Technician to take charge of the repair, servicing, and maintenance of critical cold storage infrastructure, including refrigeration systems, reach trucks, pallet stackers, forklifts, and other material handling equipment (MHE). The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience, a problem-solving mindset, and the ability to lead junior technicians during breakdowns, preventive maintenance, and inspections.

Key Responsibilities

1. Refrigeration Systems

* Operate, maintain, and repair industrial refrigeration systems including ammonia/glycol/freon-based units, compressors, evaporators, and condensers.

* Monitor system performance, conduct leak checks, inspect refrigerant levels, and maintain temperature calibration across chambers.

* Attend to emergency breakdowns and ensure minimal downtime of cold storage operations.

* Maintain documentation related to maintenance logs, equipment health, and compliance reports (e.g. FSSAI, audit readiness).

2. Reach Trucks & MHE

* Conduct troubleshooting and repair of reach trucks, forklifts, pallet jacks, hydraulic dock levelers, and other MHE.

* Diagnose electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical faults using tools like multimeters and diagnostic software.

* Perform battery maintenance, motor replacement, sensor calibration, brake servicing, and steering repairs.

* Liaise with OEMs and vendors for spare procurement and warranty claims.

3. Preventive & Predictive Maintenance

* Design and implement monthly maintenance schedules for critical assets.

* Maintain spares inventory for fast-moving parts.

* Conduct routine safety inspections and compliance checks.

* Ensure zero unplanned shutdowns through predictive diagnosis.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

* ITI/Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics/Industrial Refrigeration.

* Minimum 6 -10 years of experience in cold storage maintenance, with proven hands-on work on refrigeration units and MHE.

* Proficient in reading wiring diagrams, hydraulic schematics, and understanding PLC basics.

Key Skills

* Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting

* Hydraulic and pneumatic system knowledge

* Emergency breakdown management

* Leadership and team supervision

* Safety-first mindset (LOTO, PPE, fire safety)

* Documentation and compliance understanding

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹80,000.00 per month

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person