Ammonia Refrigeration Technician

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Job Title:  Maintenance Tech IV- Ammonia Systems

Summary:                                                                                           

Responsible for the operation, maintenance and repair of ammonia refrigeration and HVAC utility equipment/systems, and other facility equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:                                                                                           

Support and demonstrate company vision, mission, values, and strategy:

• Model Transparency, Ownership, Teamwork, and Continuous Improvement

Customer Service/Teamwork:

• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers by listening, communicating effectively, and problem solving
• Demonstrate team spirit by respecting and supporting team members in your department and in other departments
• Facilitate a team work environment for the department in support of management direction and decisions
• Demonstrate behaviors supportive of personal and professional growth of self and team members
• Demonstrate respect for a diverse group of team members by encouraging positive teamwork
• Lead by example and maintain proficiency in all job functions

Department Goals

• Maintaining and servicing ammonia refrigeration systems and related utility equipment as well as being able to maintain all necessary paperwork associated with the Process Safety Management program.
• Plays a vital supporting role in the continued progress of the plant process safety management system (PSM)
• A good understanding of and no physical problems with NH3 systems. (Ammonia).
• Has a good working knowledge of two stage industrial ammonia systems.
• Daily chemical testing of condenser cooling water, logging all test results, and making the adjustments required to maintain cooling water.
• Safe and efficient operation of refrigeration system.
• Performs ammonia systems established preventative maintenance and identifies new PM activities, as needed.
• Repair of ammonia systems related equipment.
• Analyze and solve electro/mechanical problems related to the ammonia System.
• Comply with plant regulatory programs such as PSM and Risk Management Program (RMP).
• Will spend extended periods of time in a cold and wet, as low as 30F degree temperature environment.
• Perform duties in a confined space.
• Work at high elevations on ladders or mechanical lifts.

Safety & Quality:

• Ensure compliance with regulations, company policies, and procedures related to team member safety, food safety, and quality programs.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements:                                                                                           

Education/Certifications:

• High school diploma, GED or suitable equivalent.
• Possess IIAR Industrial Refrigeration I
• Valid driver’s license.

Experience:

• 2+ year experience performing maintenance and repairs on ammonia refrigeration systems; & 2-year experience with HVAC

Knowledge/Skills:

• Understanding of advanced principles of air conditioning, refrigeration, and heating.
• Working knowledge of boiler systems.
• Proficient in balancing air and water treatment systems in line with HVAC protocols.
• Excellent written, verbal, and personal skills.
• Will demonstrate, promote, and exemplify the Company’s Core Values in People, Quality and Growth.
• Proficient in reading schematics and work plans in English.
• Able to obtain and maintain the Refrigerating Engineers & Technicians Association (RETA) Certified Assistant Refrigeration Operator (CARO) and Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator (CIRO) certifications if provided the opportunity
• Willingness to continue education in HVAC field

Abilities:

• Ability to embrace and manage through Value Based Leadership
• Ability to consistently meet daily, weekly, and monthly deadlines
• Ability to work after hours, over weekends and on public holidays with short or no notice.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner, organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:                                                                                           

• Occasionally lift and carry 25-50 pounds
• Requires standing, stooping, walking, sitting, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling, climbing and working in confined spaces.
• Must be able to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for extended periods of time
• Ability to work inside and outside with frequent exposure to inclement weather conditions, temperatures can range from -20 to 130 degrees.
• Involves routine exposure to extreme temperatures, humidity, noise, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards when entering production areas
• Must be able to work in cold environmental conditions, routinely 30-45 degrees
• Must be able to climb and work from a ladder in a safe manner
• Must be able to work with hands over head.
• Must be able to stand and walk on cement floor for extended periods of time, up to 10 hours
• Must be able to lift, reach, and carry objects for extended periods of time as required to complete assignments
• Requires talking, seeing, hearing and using fine dexterity skills as required to complete assignments
• Work involves occasional driving and ability to travel in vehicle
• Must be able to work in office environment, and operate office equipment: printers, scanners, fax, copiers
• Requires use of handheld data collection device, handheld radio
• Kiolbassa will provide Personal protective equipment, as defined.