2nd SHIFT REFRIGERATION TECHNICIAN

Responsibilities

• Maintain all aspects of the ammonia refrigeration system, boiler, waste water/sewer, compressed air, fire suppression, HVAC and building maintenance tasks as needed.
• Maintain a log book of all breakdowns and corrective actions taken.
• Work weekends and holidays as required.
• Troubleshoot equipment mechanically and electrically for any issues.
• Utilize time effectively to best minimize equipment downtime and repairs.
• Be safety-minded and follow lockout-tagout (LOTO) procedures for all equipment that is being worked on.
• Be a team player and not afraid to ask for guidance or help when needed.
• Be on call when needed and able to work alone if the situation calls for it.
• Order materials and parts as needed for stock or repairs of equipment.
• Maintain clean mechanical rooms at all times with no exceptions.
• Work with several outside vendors and technicians in a professional manner.
• Assist maintenance technicians with mechanical troubleshooting and repairs as needed or as directed by maintenance leadership.

Qualifications

• At least two years in a refrigeration or boiler room preferred.
• Operator 1 and Operator 2 preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of industrial maintenance and electrical functions.
• Able to learn and follow directions from management and team leaders.
• Able to follow and implement safety rules.
• Able to read and write in English.
• Proficient with time and prioritizing work.
• Able to use a computer for the functions of the engine room and email.
• Able to be SCBA certified for Haz-Mat.

Skills

• Able to work 8 hour shifts and overtime as required.
• Noise level in the work areas can be loud, especially in the ammonia compressor room.
• Regularly exposed to outside weather in all conditions.
• Regularly exposed to chemicals used in the plant and for maintenance processes.
• Able to climb ladders and stairs regularly.
• Able to climb under and over piping and equipment as needed.
• Plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold (non-weather related), and working near moving mechanical parts.
• Food manufacturing operations environment.

Benefits

We offer a full range of benefits including health care, life insurance, and a 401 (K) plan.