Refrigeration Technician

As an ammonia refrigeration technician, your responsibilities include safe and efficient operation, inspection, and maintenance of ammonia refrigeration equipment. 

Duties:

• Monitor, maintains, and repairs refrigeration systems that use ammonia as a refrigerant. 
• Troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining various components like compressors, condensers, evaporators, and piping systems using skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic.
• Conducts routine maintenance inspections on all equipment of the refrigeration system.
• Performs daily inspections and routine maintenance on boilers.
• Maintaining detailed records of maintenance and repair work using ePSM software.
• Working with other technicians, contractors, and plant personnel to ensure the smooth operation of the refrigeration system. 
• Ability to use hand and power tools, interpret technical instructions, and perform maintenance tasks. 
• Ability to work in various environments, including cold, hot, wet climates along with being comfortable working at heights.
• Comply with all Good Manufacturing Practices
• Read and interpret equipment manuals and SOP’s.
• Following safety procedures and regulations, including the proper use of personal protective equipment and handling of refrigerants. 
• Perform all other duties as assigned or needed. 

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 4-5 years Ammonia refrigeration maintenance technician is a plus.
• Successfully completed CARO (Certified Assistant Refrigeration Operator) or CIRO (Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator) from RETA (Refrigerating Engineers and Technicians Association) is a plus.

Skills and Knowledge:
•Ability to read, interpret and follow written job instructions.
•Ability to follow and comply with quality standards.
•Ability to comprehend and comply with GMP rules and Food Safety guidelines.
•May be required to obtain and maintain valid hi-lo license.
•Ability to work as contributing member within the team.
•Ability to operate a PC (keyboard/mouse).
•Knowledge of general safe work practices.
•Committed to maintaining a safe work environment.
•Strong communication skills, including verbal and written communications.
•Ability to work with hands in mechanically oriented situations.
•Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, as well as interpret pencil sketches and diagrams.
•Understanding of P&ID’s.
•Knowledge of various types of equipment in the Ammonia Refrigeration maintenance trade.
•Will be required to be trained in HAZMAT 24 hour certification.
•OSHA and PSM program knowledge a plus.

Environmental Working Conditions:
• Hazards include but are not limited to cuts from broken glass, slips, trips, falls, cuts, burns and strains.
• Will be exposed to extreme cold, 38 degrees or below.
• Depending on season may be exposed to variable temperatures including extreme hot and cold.
• Noise level may be moderate to high during busy times.

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employees. Our policy is to select the person who is best qualified
for each position in our Company. No employee or applicant will be
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