Ammonia Certified Technician

Freeze-Dry Foods LLC.; City of Langley; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Thrive Freeze Dry in Langley, BC, is seeking a detail-oriented Ammonia Certified Technician for the night shift on a 12-hour rotational schedule, reporting to the Maintenance Manager.

You will inspect and maintain all equipment, troubleshoot refrigeration systems, implement corrective actions, manage daily lubrications, and ensure safe operations in a temperature-controlled environment in compliance with SQF standards.

Qualifications

• 4th Class Power Engineering Certification is a must.
• Minimum two years of ammonia or freon refrigeration/power engineering experience.
• Proficient in electrical and mechanical maintenance.
• Strong safety protocols knowledge and compliance with safety rules.
• Proficient in Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Inspection and daily maintenance of all equipment (Freeze Dry System & others).
• Measure and troubleshoot temperature, pressure, and fuel flow; detect leaks.
• Ensure system start-up and shutdown operations are maintained.
• Implement corrective actions and minor repairs to prevent failures.
• Manage daily lubrications and other equipment tasks.
• Keep workspace clean after repairs and document activities.
• Complete daily, weekly or monthly reporting as required.
• Assist in developing operation, maintenance and safety procedures.
• In absence of ammonia lead, serve as back up to meet SQF requirements.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Mechanical maintenance

Safety protocols

Lift heavy loads

Education

Fourth Class Power Engineering Certification

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Thrive Freeze Dry, a rapidly growing freeze-dried manufacturing company is recruiting for a detailed oriented and organized Ammonia Certified Technician for our office in Langley BC reporting to the Maintenance Manager. This opportunity is for the night shift and follows a 12-hour rotational schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspection and daily maintenance of all equipment (Freeze Dry System & others)
• Measure and troubleshoot temperature, pressure, and fuel flow, detect leaks or other equipment failures
• Ensure the system start-up and shutdown operations are maintained
• Implement corrective actions and minor repairs to prevent equipment or system failure
• Manage the daily lubrications and other daily equipment tasks
• Manage the workspace to be clear and clean after repairs
• Complete all daily, weekly or monthly reporting as required
• Assist in the development of operation, maintenance and safety procedures
• In the absence of, the ammonia lead serves as back up to this position to ensure all food safety, quality objectives and SQF system requirements are met.
• Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

• 4th Class Power Engineering Certification is a must
• Minimum two years of experience in ammonia or freon refrigeration operation or power engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in electrical and mechanical maintenance, applying knowledge and skills on a daily basis.
• Strong awareness of safety protocols and the ability to perform duties in compliance with legislated safety requirements.
• Knowledge of Word and Excel
• Capable of performing physical tasks, such as lifting at least 50 lbs., kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting.
• Comfortable working in temperature-controlled, refrigerated, or chilled environments.