Ammonia Refrigeration Technician

Ajasianfoods; Missouri; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Ammonia Refrigeration Technician to join their maintenance team. In this pivotal role, you will monitor and maintain refrigeration systems, ensuring they operate safely and efficiently. Your expertise will be essential in performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and documenting maintenance records accurately. This position offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact operational efficiency. If you have a passion for safety and process improvement, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years’ experience in industrial refrigeration.
• Strong skills in troubleshooting and repair of motor starting components.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and perform preventative maintenance on ammonia refrigeration systems.
• Repair and maintain leaks throughout the plant, including freezers.

Skills

Refrigeration Technician experience

Process Safety Management

Troubleshooting skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

R.E.T.A. Certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Windows-based software (Excel, Word)

Electrical testing equipment

Basic hand and power tools

Job description

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Maintenance Manager, the ammonia refrigeration technician monitors the refrigeration system. Monitors and records system readings by documenting the operation of the equipment. Performs PMs and ensures the system is performing in a safe and functional manner at all times, including monitoring and maintaining the ammonia system, refrigeration systems, electrical, boiler, and compressor rooms in good repair.

Position Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Repairs and maintains water, hydraulic, ammonia, and nitrogen leaks throughout the plant, including freezers.
2. Must be able to safely open the system for repairs when required while maintaining minimal losses of refrigerant.
3. Maintain and perform preventative maintenance activities on ammonia refrigeration systems.
4. Complete accurate and timely documentation of maintenance records.
5. Observe and test system operation, using gauges and instruments.
6. Engaged in dismantling, assembling, and installing refrigeration equipment.
7. Ensure all paperwork is filled out in a clear, legible, and accurate format, and completed with required information.
8. Ensure all required information is documented in accordance with SOPs.
9. Assist in maintaining parts and supplies inventory by reporting low supply levels to the Supervisor.
10. Utilizing a continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.
11. Follow Good Manufacturing Practices.
12. Maintain a clean, sanitary, and safe work area.
13. Follow all required work safe practices, including lockout-tagout requirements and wearing of all required PPE in designated areas, confined space safety, safe chemical handling, fall restraints, etc.
14. Perform all other work as assigned.

Position Qualifications

1. 3-5+ years’ experience as a Refrigeration Technician in an industrial environment.
2. Must have or be able to obtain a R.E.T.A. Certification.
3. Strong skills in Process Safety Management.
4. Proficient in troubleshooting & repair of solid state motor starting components & Micro panels such as Logix, Quantum, FES or others, including skills with automation controls.
5. Must have a working knowledge of Windows-based software, such as Microsoft Excel and Word, and computerized maintenance management systems.
6. Electrical skills including 480/230 v 3ph. & 120 v systems & under.
7. Root cause & troubleshooting skills are a must.
8. Must have a working knowledge of electrical testing equipment and basic hand and power tools.
9. Must possess a high level of written and verbal communication skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
10. Knowledge of EPA regulations.
11. Solid communication skills.