Ammonia Refrigeration Technician

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking an experienced ammonia refrigeration technician to maintain and troubleshoot industrial refrigeration systems in a manufacturing setting.

You will perform preventive maintenance, install and repair equipment, document activities, and ensure safety and compliance with GMP and sanitation standards.

Qualifications

• Ammonia refrigeration system knowledge and preventive maintenance expertise.
• Blueprints/engineering specs comprehension and calibration skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and solve complex problems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and perform preventive maintenance activities on ammonia refrigeration systems
• Observe and test system operation using gauges and instruments
• Dismantle, assemble, and install refrigeration equipment
• Document maintenance activities and required information clearly
• Ensure safety, GMP, and sanitation compliance across operations
• Collaborate with departments and train operators as needed

Skills

Ammonia refrigeration expertise

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade/technical school diploma

Certification/licensing may be required

Tools

Gauges and instruments

Job description

Demonstrate advanced or specialized skills in refrigeration system operation and maintenance. Oversee the overall system functionality for the facility's ammonia refrigeration system. Install and repair industrial and commercial refrigerating systems according to blueprints and engineering specifications, using knowledge of refrigeration, structural layout, and function and design of components. Work with a limited degree of supervision and complete and/or provide guidance on complex problems and/or new assignments. Function as the go-to subject matter resource for colleagues with less experience.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain and perform preventative maintenance activities on ammonia refrigeration systems

Complete accurate and timely documentation of maintenance records

Observe and test system operation, using gauges, and instruments

Dismantle, assemble, and install refrigeration equipment

Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production

Ensure all repairs are documented. Complete all paperwork clearly, legibly, and accurately with required information. Document all required information in accordance with standard operations procedures

Assist in maintaining parts and supplies inventory by reporting low supply levels to supervisor

Assist operators with training or troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime

Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques

Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, identify opportunities to improve processes

Anticipate parts requirements for the tasks, follow proper purchasing procedures, and acquire parts ahead of anticipated task performance

Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues

Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements

The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduation from trade school or technical school preferred in applicable field of study

4 to 6 years of ammonia refrigeration systems or related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment

Certification and/or License - may be required during course of employment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Advanced knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems

Able to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems, and take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment down time

Able to use a variety of maintenance tools

Able to perform complex or complicated maintenance activities/repairs independently

Able to complete projects from planning to installation

Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures

Able to adapt and manage to change effectively

Able to work effectively in a team environment

Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

Basic computer skills

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