Ammonia Refrigeration Technician

Cuisine Solutions; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cuisine Solutions is seeking an Ammonia Refrigeration Technician to operate, test and repair our ammonia refrigeration systems. The role requires hands-on experience with industrial refrigeration, and maintenance of associated subsystems and equipment.

The candidate must hold EPA Type II and ammonia certifications (GCAP/RETA) and complete hazmat and respirator fitness tests. Responsibilities include documentation, safety adherence, and daily system rounds.

Qualifications

• 2 years ammonia refrigeration experience in industrial refrigeration environment.
• Must pass respirator fit test and pulmonary function test plus 24-hour hazmat class.
• Must have Ammonia Certification from GCAP or RETA.
• Must have EPA Type II certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate, test, troubleshoot and repair the ammonia refrigeration system and related subsystems.
• Perform planned maintenance on ammonia refrigeration and utility systems.
• Experience with spiral freezers is a plus.
• Ensure proper documentation of maintenance and system notes as required by management.
• Adhere to safety, GMPs and SOPs while conducting daily rounds and inspections.

Skills

Ammonia refrigeration

Maintenance

Industrial refrigeration

Troubleshooting

Education

EPA Type II Certification

Ammonia Certification (GCAP/RETA)

Hazmat Training (24-hour)

Job description

Ammonia Refrigeration Technician

Passion, talent and a mind that is open to the world are the qualities we seek and value at Cuisine Solutions. Dynamic and progressive thinking is the major asset needed to participate in our company and our projects. We keep the promises we make to our customers. If that commitment is also yours, perhaps you should be a part of this worldwide team, providing a new level of quality and service for our industry.

Requirements

• 2 years ammonia refrigeration experience in an industrial refrigeration environment and food manufacturing facility.
• Must be able to pass respirator fit test and Pulmonary function test as well as 24-hour hazmat class.
• Must have Ammonia Certification from GCAP or RETA
• Must have EPA Type II certification

Job Responsibilities

• Operation, testing, troubleshooting and repair of the ammonia refrigeration system, its sub-systems, and all auxiliary processes and/or equipment related to the operation of the refrigeration system.
• Perform planned maintenance on all ammonia refrigeration and utility systems.
• Experience with operating and maintaining spiral freezers.
• Maintains the material integrity of the Refrigeration and utility rooms in accordance with established best practices.
• Must be able to perform or capable of learning ammonia system pump downs for repairing / replacing ammonia refrigeration parts etc.
• Complete all applicable documentation as required and directed by Dept. manager including but not limited to: PSM-related modifications or changes, Work Orders (WO's), refrigeration system and operation notes.
• Automate and digitize all necessary maintenance, refrigeration, and ammonia records.
• Adheres to all Company policies including but not limited to safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP's) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's).
• Daily rounds and inspections of Temperatures and Condition of Ammonia System.
• Perform chemical test on boilers as well as Condenser towers.
• Any other duties assigned by Maintenance / Refrigeration Manager