REFRIGERATION TECHNICIAN $30-$38
Description
Our Mission:
To be THE BEST in all we do. We are completely focused on our business, ensuring the BEST products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers and profitability for our shareholders. All this, we do to provide an opportunity for a better future for all of our TEAM MEMBERS.
Key Responsibilities and Accountability include but are not limited to:
- Maintain and complete work orders and preventive maintenance paperwork in a timely manner
- Maintain a log book of all breakdowns and corrective actions taken
- Complete daily rounds on all equipment; this includes weekends and holidays, 365 days a year
- Schedule shutdowns of equipment and machinery for repairs and maintenance without disrupting production
- Troubleshoot equipment mechanically and electrically for any issues
- Utilize time effectively to best minimize equipment downtime and repairs
- Be safety-minded and follow lockout-tagout (LOTO) procedures for all equipment that is being worked on
- Be a team player and not afraid to ask for guidance or help when needed
- Be on call when needed and able to work alone if the situation calls for it
- Receive and follow training on LOTO, fall protection, confined space, hot work, and any other training deemed necessary to perform the job safely and effectively
- Order materials and parts as needed for stock or repairs of equipment
- Maintain clean mechanical rooms at all times with no exceptions
- Work with several outside vendors and technicians in a professional manner
- Assist maintenance technicians with mechanical troubleshooting and repairs as needed or as directed by maintenance leadership
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- At least two years in a refrigeration or boiler room preferred.
- Operator 1 and Operator 2 preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of industrial maintenance and electrical functions
- Able to learn and follow directions from management and team leaders
- Able to follow and implement safety rules
- Able to read and write in English
- Proficient with time and prioritizing work
- Able to use a computer for the functions of the engine room and email
- Able to be SCBA certified for Haz-Mat
- Able to ready and understand electrical and building plans
- Require at least 2 years/ or some field experience in refrigeration
- Have EPA Certification
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
- Ability to work 12-hour shifts is required
- Plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold (non-weather related), and working near moving mechanical parts
- Noise level in the work areas can be loud, especially in the ammonia compressor room
- Will be regularly exposed to outside weather in all conditions
- Will be regularly exposed to chemicals used in the plant and for maintenance processes
- Able to climb ladders and stairs regularly
- Able to climb under and over piping and equipment as needed