Ammonia Refrigeration Tech IV

Kiolbassa Provision Company; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 59,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Kiolbassa Provision Company is seeking an Industrial Refrigeration / Ammonia Technician IV to safely operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and repair large ammonia refrigeration systems and related utility equipment. You will protect food safety and process safety while maintaining equipment reliability and supporting production.

The role requires experience with two-stage ammonia systems, PSM compliance, and strong mechanical, electrical troubleshooting skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of maintenance and repair experience on ammonia refrigeration systems and 2 years of HVAC experience.
• Experience with industrial ammonia refrigeration; food manufacturing, meat processing, cold storage, poultry, dairy, or beverage experience preferred.
• Possess IIAR Industrial Refrigeration I or equivalent qualification.
• Valid driver's license.
• Working knowledge of reading P&IDs, electrical schematics, equipment manuals, schematics, and work plans in English.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain industrial ammonia refrigeration systems.
• Maintain two-stage ammonia systems and related utility equipment.
• Conduct daily inspections and log operating conditions; respond to alarms and emergencies.
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance including vibration analysis and lubrication.
• Record maintenance activities accurately in CMMS and ensure PSM compliance.

Skills

Industrial Ammonia Refrigeration

PSM

Root Cause Analysis

Preventive Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

IIAR Industrial Refrigeration I

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Allen-Bradley controls

VFD troubleshooting

PLC troubleshooting

Job description

Pay Information

$43.00 - $45.00

Job Title

Industrial Refrigeration / Ammonia Technician IV

Summary

The Industrial Refrigeration / Ammonia Technician IV is responsible for the safe and efficient operation, monitoring, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial ammonia refrigeration systems, HVAC and related utility equipment. This position plays a critical role in equipment reliability, production support, food safety, employee safety, and Process Safety Management (PSM) compliance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support and demonstrate company vision, mission, values, and strategy:
  • Model Transparency, Ownership, Teamwork, and Continuous Improvement
  • Demonstrate, promote, and exemplify the Company's Core Values in People, Quality, and Growth
• Customer Service/Teamwork:
  • Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers by listening, communicating effectively, and problem solving
  • Demonstrate team spirit by respecting and supporting team members in your department and in other departments
  • Facilitate a teamwork environment for the department in support of management direction and decisions
  • Demonstrate behaviors supportive of personal and professional growth of self and team members
  • Demonstrate respect for a diverse group of team members by encouraging positive teamwork
  • Lead by example and maintain proficiency in all job functions
• Department Goals:
  • Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain industrial ammonia refrigeration systems.
  • Maintain and service two-stage industrial ammonia refrigeration systems and related utility equipment.
  • Conduct daily refrigeration system inspections and log operating conditions.
  • Monitor compressors, evaporators, condensers, pumps, pressure vessels, control valves, heat exchangers, and alarm systems.
  • Respond to refrigeration alarms, equipment failures, and emergency situations using approved procedures.
  • Identify and repair ammonia leaks using approved safety procedures.
  • Perform oil changes, filter replacements, vibration checks, system adjustments, and other required maintenance.
  • Perform established preventive maintenance and identify new PM activities as needed.
  • Perform predictive/condition-based maintenance activities including vibration analysis, lubrication, inspections, and condition monitoring.
  • Analyze and solve electrical and mechanical problems related to ammonia and utility systems.
  • Complete work orders, maintenance records, refrigeration logs, and required documentation accurately and timely in the CMMS.
  • Conduct daily chemical testing of condenser cooling water, document test results, and make required adjustments.
  • Maintain accurate records required by the PSM program.
  • Participate in PSM audits, mechanical integrity inspections, and emergency response planning.
  • Support facility utilities including boilers, air compressors, water systems, HVAC systems, and process cooling equipment.
  • Coordinate with Production and Sanitation to minimize equipment downtime.
  • Perform other duties as assigned
• Safety, Quality, and Regulatory Compliance:
  • Comply with OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM).
  • Comply with EPA Risk Management Program (RMP).
  • Follow USDA, GMP, food safety, quality, and company safety policies and procedures.
  • Support the plant PSM system and Mechanical Integrity Program.
  • Maintain safe and efficient operation of refrigeration systems.
  • Use required PPE and follow established procedures around ammonia, electrical, mechanical, chemical, confined-space, and elevated-work hazards.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of maintenance and repair experience on ammonia refrigeration systems and 2 years of HVAC experience.
• Experience with industrial ammonia refrigeration; food manufacturing, meat processing, cold storage, poultry, dairy, or beverage experience preferred.
• Possess IIAR Industrial Refrigeration I or equivalent qualification.
• Valid driver's license.
• Working knowledge of two-stage industrial ammonia systems.
• Understanding of advanced air conditioning, refrigeration, and heating principles.
• Working knowledge of boiler systems and air/water treatment systems.
• Ability to read P&IDs, electrical schematics, equipment manuals, schematics, and work plans in English.

Preferred Certifications and Technical Skills

• RETA CARO, CIRO, and CRT certifications are preferred.
• Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain CARO and CIRO certifications if provided the opportunity.
• Operator training compliant with IIAR and OSHA PSM requirements.
• PSM Mechanical Integrity experience and Emergency Response Team training.
• PLC troubleshooting, Allen Bradley controls, and VFD troubleshooting.
• Industrial electrical troubleshooting up to 480V.
• Mechanical seal replacement and pump rebuilding.
• Welding and fabrication.
• Willingness to continue education in HVAC and industrial refrigeration.

Key Competencies

• Industrial Ammonia Refrigeration
• Process Safety Management (PSM)
• EPA Risk Management Program (RMP)
• Mechanical Integrity
• Root Cause Analysis
• Preventive and Predictive Maintenance
• Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
• Food Manufacturing Utilities
• Emergency Response
• Teamwork, communication, ownership, and continuous improvement

Work Schedule and Working Conditions

• Ability to work after hours, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-ins when circumstances required.
• Work in cold and wet environments, routinely 30–45°F.
• Work inside and outside with exposure to inclement weather; temperatures may range from -20°F to 130°F.
• Work in confined spaces and at elevated locations using ladders or mechanical lifts.
• Routine exposure to humidity, noise, mechanical, electrical, chemical, and production-area hazards.
• Ability to wear required PPE for extended periods, including respiratory protection when necessary.
• Ability to lift and carry objects as required: the source documents specify occasional 25–50 pounds, while the newer posting specifies lifting up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk on concrete floors for extended periods, up to 10 hours.
• Ability to climb, bend, stoop, crawl, squat, kneel, reach, work with hands overhead, and perform fine dexterity tasks.
• Ability to use handheld data collection devices and radios and operate standard office equipment.
• Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner, organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines