Ammonia Refrigeration Technician

Americold Logistics, LLC.; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an Ammonia Refrigeration Technician to join their team. This role involves performing advanced maintenance and repair tasks throughout the warehouse, ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently. You will be part of a mission-driven company dedicated to providing temperature-controlled infrastructure, ensuring that perishable products reach their destinations without spoilage. If you are passionate about maintenance and safety, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Flexible Shifts

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance mechanics with a focus on refrigeration systems.
• Knowledge of OSHA PSM program and safety standards.
• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain various mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on refrigeration systems and related equipment.
• Inspect and ensure compliance of operational equipment with safety standards.
• Maintain accurate preventive maintenance records and tools.

Skills

Mechanical Knowledge

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

OSHA Standards Compliance

Safety Equipment Testing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

RETA Certification

HAZMAT Training

Tools

Voltmeters

Ohmmeters

Pressure Gauges

HVAC Equipment

Forklift Certificate

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Job Description

Primary Responsibility :

Works independently, performs advance maintenance and repair throughout the warehouse. Reviews inspection and repair reports and observes progress of work on major overhauls to evaluate efficiency and work quality.

What You’ll Do

• Performs all repair and adjustment of refrigeration system, doors, dock boards, pallet racks, sweepers, sprinkler systems, forklifts, pallet trucks, and electrical work in accordance with OSHA Standards.
• Inspects forklifts, pallet jacks, and other operating equipment to ensure compliance with OSHA and operational standards.
• Reviews inspection and repair reports and observes progress of work on major overhauls to evaluate efficiency and work quality.
• Test, maintain, and evaluate equipment performance using instruments such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, pyrometers, and pressure gauges. Test and calibrate HVAC equipment.
• Inspects completed work for compliance to blueprints, specifications, and safety standards.
• Troubleshoots equipment and recommends corrective action.
• Maintain tools and machinery in good condition and use tools and equipment carefully as instructed.
• Maintain batteries and charges in working order in accordance withy OSHA Standard.
• Conducts test of safety equipment (Exit signs, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, etc.) to ensure OHSA and operational standards.
• Maintains accurate preventive maintenance records.
• Follow attendance policy, show up for work on time and ready to work assigned shift
• Answer after hours “call backs” as needed.
• Keeps work area clean and performs housekeeping duties as required.
• Performs related work and other job assignments as required.
  
  

What Experience And Education You Need

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Candidates with RETA courses preferred. However, as a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to certify in (6) courses during the first 18 months.
• HAZMAT trained candidates are preferred. However, as a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to be trained in HAZMAT, obtain and maintain the certification.
• Must be certified to test sprinkler systems (if facility has such systems.
• Must have a high level of knowledge with OSHA PSM program.
  
  

What Could Set You Apart

• 8 plus years maintenance mechanic experience.
• Fully competent to a high degree in mechanical knowledge
• Ability to work with hands in mechanically oriented situations.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, as well as interpret pencil sketches and diagrams.
• Must be able to work flexible shifts, if required, including overtime.
• Must be able to relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions: they must get along with co-workers without exhibiting behavioral extremes; perform work activities requiring reasoning, negotiating, instructing, persuading, or speaking with others; and respond appropriately to criticism from a supervisor.
• Strong communication skills
• Tools and Technology: Knowledge of various types of equipment in maintenance or other trade experience, ISO, SAP, Microsoft Programs and Forklift Certificate
  
  

Physical Requirements

• May be required to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures of –15 degrees Fahrenheit and outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation)
• Must tolerate heights up to 35 ft. and be able to access elevated platforms and catwalks
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs
• Frequently required to stand; walk; push; pull; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel; and crouch
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to use hand and power tools
• Must be able to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, and/or manipulate parts & tools
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception. Either naturally or with the aid of eye glasses
• Able to work nights and weekends
• Able to pass a physical and respiratory exam
  
  

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What We Offer

Our associates know the answer to the question What’s in it for me We offer best-in-class benefit programs and continuously work with our associates to ensure that our offerings meet the needs of their health and financial well-being. When you join Americold you join a values-oriented company with a clear mission. We help our customers feed the world.

Americold is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and complies with applicable employment laws.

EOE/AA M/F/D/V DFW.

About Us

Americold is a global provider of temperature-controlled infrastructure. We partner with farmers and food producers to ensure their perishable and frozen product reaches foods suppliers, restaurants, and your local grocery store without spoilage. Our customers, which include some of the most respected brands in the food industry, rely on our expertise and commitment to safety in order to deliver on their commitments.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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