Refrigeration Technician II

Responsibilities

• Perform required inspections and preventive maintenance of refrigeration storage equipment ranging from 50 HP to 3,000 HPUse working knowledge of screw and reciprocal compressors, electrical troubleshooting all common types of ammonia central systems, & control/alarm systems to perform inspections and preventative maintenance as required
• Knowledge of controls and electric (high and low voltage)Knowledge of PC (personal computer) & PLC (programming logic controller) based master refrigeration control systems
• Maintains the freezer and cooler ammonia system through scheduled preventative maintenance activities includes the areas listed below to ensure the full functioning of all refrigeration units
• Checking, draining and filling oil levels as neededOil analysisFilter changesChecking, adjusting, or replacing all belts as neededChecking for ammonia leaks on the roof above freezers or around the units themselvesChecking compressors and cycle operation of eachChecking condensers and cycle operations of each unit
• Responsible for logging time and materials into the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) on a daily basis in the form of work orders, P.M.s, etc.
• Checking, changing or filling water treatment chemical levels
• Oversee and manage Refrigeration, Electrical, and HVAC systems including monitoring and trending, troubleshooting and repairs (Compressors, condensers, fans, heating, cooling, contactors, motors, microprocessors, frequency drives, etc.), leak detection, conducting required inspections and reporting, glycol underfloor warming system knowledge, evaluating and implementing energy management strategies
• Evaluate and report equipment condition
• Evaluating and reporting equipment condition
• Completes small electrical repairs and welding projects as needed, to reduce contract or purchase of needed services
• Responsible for daily communication of all pertinent information regarding system operation and maintenance to departmental management and maintenance teams
• Responsible for housekeeping and cleanup of refrigeration machine rooms, refrigeration maintenance areas, and all project areas on a daily basis
• Required to interpret and understand plans and specifications, schematics, operating and maintenance manuals, etc. for systems being overseen
• Conducts audits ensuring all required inspections and documentation are completed accurately (including but not limited to food safety documentation, ePSM, PSM, etc.)
• Checking condition of the freezer and cooler curtains
• Diagnose and troubleshoot problems with HVAC equipment.
• Repair or replace defective equipment, components, or wiring in HVAC equipment's
• Carry out preventative maintenance tasks and inspections on HVAC equipment
• Suggests efficiency ideas, cost reduction measures and assists with the implementation of changes within the facility maintenance dept.
• Works require exposure to extreme cold and heat and working around ammonia, noise, dirt, dust, paint, grease and high voltage wires.
• Performs all other duties as assigned, including non-refrigeration tasks like facility, light carpentry, painting, light plumbing, changing of light bulbs, and repair of minor electrical devices, fleet, MHE, grounds maintenance

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or general education degree (GED);HVAC/R tech school preferred
• Experience: Four years of industrial HVAC/R experience; or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Preferred experience with anhydrous ammonia (R717)
• Certificates, Licenses, And Registrations: Must possess a valid state Driver's License and provide proof of liability coverage meeting Company standards.Complete a Sysco approved defensive driving program.Obtain a Powered Industrial Equipment Certification from Sysco within 3 monthsHAZWOPER 24 hrs. Training required/Respirator Fit Test/Universal EPA certificationRETA Certified Assistant Refrigeration Operator (CARO) certificationObtain RETA Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator (CIRO) certification within 6 months of employment.