Maintenance Technician - Refrigeration

About the role

The Maintenance Technician - Refrigeration position is located within the Engineering & Maintenance sub-department under the Operations department at Link Snacks. This role involves operating and maintaining the ammonia refrigeration system and associated equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain refrigeration equipment: Compressors, evaporative condensers, evaporators, vessels, pumps, valves, PSV/PRV, heat exchangers, auto purgers, ventilation fans, instrumentation, and controls
• Periodic maintenance using a Computerized Maintenance Management System(CMMS) and in accordance with PSM program, IIAR, ASHRAE, RAGAGEP, company SOPs, and/or OEM manuals
• Maintain and organize tools required for maintenance procedures
• Complete and retain records such as PSM, maintenance, incidents, odor logs, emergency response, OEM manual recommendations, and others
• Perform daily rounds/checks of the ammonia refrigeration system
• Utilize P&IDs, schematics, loop sheets, I/O diagrams, and other drawings in execution of duties
• Conduct basic benchtop chemistry related to refrigeration system including evaporative condenser water, glycol, chilled water, anhydrous ammonia COA and etc.
• Monitor controls, interfaces, and analyze historical data to ensure optimal system performance and ability to intervene and make changes to restore system from upset conditions
• Charge/discharge refrigeration system with anhydrous ammonia following written procedures
• Perform Line break procedures when taking equipment components out of service for inspection and/or maintenance
• Required member of emergency response team; PSM team; ER team
• Respond to emergencies involving chemical spills
• Participate in audits and inspections; implement corrective actions from recommendations
• Train other team members in routine work on refrigeration systems and ancillary equipment

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience: 2+ years experience in industrial ammonia refrigeration
• Preferred skills and qualifications: Formal ammonia refrigeration training desired, RETA CARO/CIRO Certification preferred; prior HAZMAT/HAZWOPER 40 hour training, 8 refreshers, joint drill exercises, and related experience; chemical safety awareness of anhydrous ammonia(R717); chemical and physical properties; ability to read and interpret Safety Data Sheet(SDS); experience with full face respirator; Self Contained Breathing Apparatus(SCBA); all emergency response related Personal Protective Equipment(PPE) in an emergency response to anhydrous ammonia, related chemicals, and mixtures; possess knowledge and understanding of ammonia refrigeration system equipment and principles; possess mechanical skills required to maintain, operate, and repair ammonia refrigeration equipment and components; familiarity with OSHA Process Safety Management(PSM) requirements for working with highly hazardous chemicals; must be able to work in hot and cold environments; traverse catwalks, stairs, lift heavy loads, work at heights, and other extreme conditions

Additional Information

The pay range for this role is $30.30 - $41.67 (Hourly). Actual wage will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Jack Link’s provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.