Boiler and Refrigeration Technician-

About The Role

The Maintenance Technician (Refrigeration & Boiler Specific) is responsible for performing maintenance and ensuring the safe operation of a two-stage ammonia refrigeration system, low-pressure boilers, hydraulic systems, and low-pressure air systems within the facility.

This position is hourly and full-time, reporting directly to the Maintenance Supervisor. This role will require a working schedule of a 12-hour rotating shift from 6am to 6pm.

Accountabilities

• Operate and maintain ammonia refrigeration systems, cooling towers, liquid pumps, freezers, vessels, and associated support equipment.
• Proactively participate in the facility’s Process Safety Management Program.
• Operate and maintain Cleaver Brooks boilers, including conducting water tests and adjustments for boilers and cooling towers.
• Qualify as an Ammonia and Boiler Operator within nine months.
• Understand and perform freezer defrost procedures and maintain cryolators.
• Use various trade tools, hand tools, welding equipment, and perform preventative maintenance according to standard procedures.
• Report equipment failures to the Utilities Supervisor both verbally and in writing.
• Execute basic troubleshooting for electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems using appropriate tools and schematics.
• Conduct basic welding and fabrication such as straight welds with stick, TIG, or wire feed equipment and basic machining including lathe and milling machine setup.
• Maintain an orderly, safe, and sanitary work area.
• Utilize computerized maintenance systems (e.g., SAP) and email for reporting and communication.
• Undertake general building maintenance including plumbing, painting, and general repairs.
• Prepare, read, write, and understand routine reports and provide effective shift handover.
• Train and coach maintenance trainees and other technicians.
• Adhere strictly to facility safety guidelines, Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures, proper lifting techniques, and use of PPE.
• Comply with company and plant GMP policies.

Qualifications

• Certification as Ammonia Operator (up to Ammonia Technician II) is highly preferred.
• A high school diploma or GED; Associate Degree or Certifications in mechanical fields preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret company policies, procedures, safety rules, electrical schematics, and maintenance instructions.
• Prior knowledge of electronics, refrigeration, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Physical ability to lift, push, or pull up to 35 lbs frequently, and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to continuously stand, sit, walk, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, or hear.