2nd shift Refrigeration Technician

Primary Function

Primarily responsible for maintaining, operating, inspecting, and repairing various types of ammonia refrigeration equipment for a poultry processing plant.

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Manage the operations of the ammonia refrigeration compressor room, following blueprints and diagrams to diagnose complex problems and repair units
• Take and record required system readings; understand the implications of variances and report to appropriate personnel/leader
• Identify root cause of complex mechanical issues with systems and repairs; notifies appropriate personnel
• Perform predictive and preventative maintenance on compressors when needed and/or scheduled
• Identify unsafe conditions; correct or report to appropriate personnel if unable to correct on own
• Maintain a file of blueprints, operating manuals and procedures as needed
• Aid in training entry level personnel

Education and Certifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• NOCTI HVAC/Refrigeration test Level 1 and 2 certified
• Pass NOCTI HVAC/Refrigeration test, Level 3 required

Experience and Skills

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in running, maintaining and repairing ammonia refrigeration equipment
• Intermediate math and computer skills
• Expert knowledge and understanding of all functions and components of ammonia refrigeration equipment
• Thorough knowledge of relevant electrical and general mechanical systems
• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours
• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character

Safety Requirements

• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in areas where required.

Physical Requirements

• Stand up to 8 hours
• Lift up to 60 lbs
• May be exposed to heat (99ºF, 37ºC) and cold (45ºF, 4ºC)
• Exposure to wet and dusty environment
• Frequent reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling and crawling
• Roll and push buggies (~1,000 lbs.)
• Work around raw, live animal odors