Chemical Plant Refrigeration Mechanic

About the role

Installs, overhauls, services and maintains air conditioning, heating and refrigeration equipment as related to refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Provides maintenance and construction support for all types of refrigeration systems in fine chemical and pharmaceutical production plants, pilot plants and laboratories.

Responsibilities

• Installs, overhauls, services and maintains air conditioning, heating and refrigeration equipment as related to refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
• Maintains humidity control equipment.
• Troubleshoots, diagnoses and makes incidental repairs to electrical and instrumentation equipment associated with the air conditioning and refrigeration systems.
• Assembles, disassembles, replaces or repairs worn and/or defective parts as required on all control components, energy saving devices, back to 480 panel.
• Periodically checks and makes mechanical adjustments to equipment to ensure efficient operation and determine need for repairs, replacement or overhaul.
• Installs and repairs insulation in support of the job duties described herein.
• Uses all types of mechanic hand and power tools, hand torches, flaring tools and test equipment required performing work described herein.
• May assist other crafts as required under the direction of the primary craft.
• Maintains a clean work environment in the plant, shop, grounds, etc., as well as any areas worked in.
• Computer use to include: entry of work orders, investigation of parts, access manuals and training.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent, preferably trade or vocational school.
• Four (4) years commercial or industrial experience in refrigeration and air conditioning service work.
• Must hold current valid CFC certification card and adhere to all state and federal regulations regarding the handling, charging and recovery of refrigerant.
• Must have mechanical skills necessary to perform the work described above.
• Ability to read, understand and follow written and verbal instructions and procedures.
• Ability to maintain a high level of performance and teamwork to keep the chemical plant facility up to maximum production levels.

Skills

• Mechanical aptitude for refrigeration and HVAC systems.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools, torches, flaring tools, and test equipment.
• Basic computer skills for work order entry, parts research, manuals, and training.
• Strong teamwork and communication abilities.

Benefits

• Benefits commence the first of the month after hire date.
• Includes 401(k) retirement plan.
• Union position.

Schedule

• 24/7, 365‑day chemical manufacturing facility.
• Must be open to any shift, including weekends and holidays.