Brazing Technician

Who Are We?

Have you ever gone into a grocery store or convenience store for things like milk, bagged salads, or frozen pizza? The coolers and freezers you find those and other food products in are what we do!! Zero Zone is a manufacturer of reach-in and open refrigerated and frozen food display cases as well as the refrigeration systems that work behind the scenes to cool the cases, keeping the food fresh! We also make powerful industrial refrigeration systems for food warehousing, pharmaceuticals, and even ice rinks!

Our company is structured across 2 divisions - the Display Case Division, located in North Prairie, WI, Waukesha, WI, and Mukwonago, WI and the Refrigeration Systems Division, located in Ramsey, MN and Dyersville, IA.

What Are We Like?

At Zero Zone, you will be a valued member of the Zero Zone team, able to take ownership of your own career path. We believe in hard work, teamwork, collaboration, and respect, and we have grown through dedication to our Purpose: "Preserving customer valuables through refrigeration." For over 60 years, we have been a leader in refrigeration, and our people are well known for exceptional customer service. We also believe we are the COOLEST coworkers (pun intended)! This is an opportunity for you to make a difference in the refrigeration industry with one of the top leading manufacturers in the country! Come grow with us!

What Can We Offer You?

• Vacation and Personal Hours (after only 30 days!)

• Competitive Wages

• Comprehensive Benefits Package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D, HSA/FSA, EAP)

• 401k and Profit Sharing

• 10 Paid Holidays

• Flexible Schedules

• Casual Dress Code

• Wellness Programs and Incentives

• Steel Toe Reimbursement

• Employee Engagement Programs

• One-time Home Computer Reimbursement

• And more!

What Will You Do?

Under the direction of the Production Supervisor, the Brazing Technician is responsible for performing high-quality brazing on refrigeration components according to engineering specifications and industry standards.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform brazing and soldering on refrigeration tubing, fittings, and assemblies.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, drawings, and work instructions.
• Assemble, prepare, and pressure-test refrigeration components to ensure leak-free performance.
• Inspect brazed joints for quality, accuracy, and adherence to standards.
• Use torches, gauges, pressure testing equipment, and hand tools safely and effectively.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all safety protocols including PPE, equipment handling, and fire prevention.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements for Effective Performance:

• Prior experience in brazing, soldering, or HVAC/R assembly.
• Previous experience working in refrigeration, HVAC manufacturing, or industrial assembly environments.
• Strong understanding of coper tubing, refrigerant lines, and component preparation.
• Ability to work from technical drawings and follow detailed instructions.
• Basical mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills,

Skills/Abilities/Specifications:

• Ability to work from technical drawings and follow detailed instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with different departments.
• Familiarity with pressure testing and leak detection methods.
• NATE or AWS (B2.2) certifications are preferred

Behavioral & Environmental Requirements:

• Maintain a positive work attitude. Zero Zone expects all employees to behave and communicate in a manner which will facilitate good relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, and supervisor.
• Safety toe shoes and safety glasses are required while in production areas.
• Regularly required to sit, stand, and walk throughout the office and production areas; have use of hands and fingers to use a computer, telephone, and other office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.