Refrigeration Operator (Ammonia)

Lineage Logistics; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Canada is seeking a skilled Maintenance & Engineering Technician for a 6-month contract. Responsibilities include preventative maintenance and operation of ammonia refrigeration systems. Candidates should have over 5 years of maintenance experience and be able to work in varied temperature environments. This role offers opportunities for career advancement and a commitment to a diverse workplace.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

RRSP matching

Paid time off

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance experience preferred.
• Experience with ice plant operations or ammonia refrigeration is a must.
• Ability to work in cold storage environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs.
• Assist with inspections and maintenance of refrigeration systems.
• Support troubleshooting and problem-solving.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Ammonia refrigeration knowledge

Proficient with hand and power tools

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Trade school courses in building maintenance

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance & Engineering Technician to join our dedicated team. In this role, you'll support building maintenance and ammonia refrigeration systems. This is a 6-month contract role where you'll perform preventative maintenance, inspections, and repairs on facility equipment, while following all safety and regulatory standards.

Shift

Tuesday-Saturday (7:30 am - 4:00 pm)

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on machinery, equipment, and facility structures
• Assist with inspections and maintenance of refrigeration systems (ammonia)
• Conduct routine maintenance on material handling equipment per guidelines
• Operate hand tools, power tools, welding equipment, and motorized lifts safely
• Support troubleshooting and problem-solving to maintain smooth operations
• Follow all company and regulatory safety procedures
• Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications

• 5+ years of maintenance experience preferred
• Experience with ice plant operations or ammonia refrigeration (certification preferred)
• Trade school courses or experience in building, material handling, or refrigeration maintenance an asset
• Proficient with hand and power tools
• Basic computer skills for reporting and documentation
• Strong communication and organizational skills; able to multi-task and prioritize
• Ability to work in cold storage environments (-20°F / -25°C) and warm dry storage (up to 100°F / 37°C) with provided PPE
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs

Why Lineage?

This is an excellent position to begin your career path within Lineage. Success in this role enables greater responsibilities and promotions. A career at Lineage starts with learning about our business and how each team member plays a part each and every day to satisfy our customers' requirements. Beyond that, you'll help us grow and learn on our journey to be the very best employer in our industry. We'll ask you for your opinion and ensure we do our part to keep you developing and engaged as we grow our business. Working at Lineage is energizing and enjoyable. We value respect and care about our team members.

Lineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation. Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to ensure fair and equitable access throughout the recruitment and selection process.

Benefits

Lineage provides safe, stable, reliable work environments, medical, dental, and basic life and disability insurance benefits, RRSP matching and paid time off.