Ammonia Refrigeration Tech: Hands-On Maintenance & Safety

JBS Foods; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

JBS Foods is seeking an Ammonia Refrigeration Technician to maintain and service ammonia refrigeration systems and plant utilities including boilers, air compressors, and HVAC. You will ensure safe operation and support the PSM program with accurate paperwork.

The role requires 1+ year of ammonia refrigeration experience, strong electrical/mechanical troubleshooting, and the ability to read schematics. Hazmat responder certification may be pursued, and weekend/shift coverage is required.

Qualifications

• Must have one or more year of verifiable ammonia refrigeration experience.
• RETA Certification or equivalent technical training is a plus.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Able to use required tools/equipment for maintaining and repairing ammonia refrigeration systems and utilities.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical schematics and blue prints as they pertain to the plant ammonia systems.
• Able to perform in a fast paced environment.
• Experience with screw and reciprocating compressors, Cornell recirculation pumps, HVAC units, boilers, air compressors, and associated control systems.
• Must be willing and able to acquire Hazmat Responder Certification and be an active part of the Hazmat Response Team (HAZWOPER).

Responsibilities

• Maintain refrigeration equipment and plant utilities such as boilers, air compressors, pumps, motors, valves, etc.
• Document daily activities pertaining to repairs and awareness of potential problems, and maintain paperwork for the PSM program.
• Perform PMs of compressors, boilers, air compressors, valves, etc.
• Communicate with Maintenance Management to provide information on production.
• Maintain neat and orderly work area using hand tools.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Be available for weekend work and/or additional shift work.
• Use required PPE and follow safety guidelines.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Read schematics/blueprints

Hazmat readiness

Education

RETA Certification or equivalent

Tools

Cornell recirculation pumps

HVAC units

Boilers

Air compressors

Job description

JBS Foods is seeking an Ammonia Refrigeration Technician to maintain and service ammonia refrigeration systems and plant utilities including boilers, air compressors, and HVAC. You will ensure safe operation and support the PSM program with accurate paperwork.

The role requires 1+ year of ammonia refrigeration experience, strong electrical/mechanical troubleshooting, and the ability to read schematics. Hazmat responder certification may be pursued, and weekend/shift coverage is required.