Ammonia Refrigeration Technician - Hazmat & Safety

Clemens Food Group; Coldwater (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Clemens Food Group in Michigan is seeking a skilled operations professional to operate and maintain ammonia refrigeration systems, boilers, air compressors, dryers, HVAC equipment, scrubbers, water chillers and pumps in a food processing facility.

You will serve on the Hazmat Emergency Response Team, wear respirator and Level A suits as needed, and participate in Process Safety Management by following SOPs and performing routine maintenance.

Qualifications

• Experience operating and maintaining industrial refrigeration systems.
• Understanding of refrigeration cycle.
• Knowledge of system components (screw compressors, evaporators, condensers, pumps, valve stations).
• Knowledge of water testing and chemical treatment.
• Ability to serve on Hazmat Team and wear respirator, SCBA and Level A suit.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain ammonia refrigeration system.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain compressed air system.
• Operate, monitor and maintain steam system.
• Monitor control system parameters and perform rounds.
• Test and adjust chemical levels for condenser water treatment and boilers.
• Perform system startups and shutdowns.
• Perform maintenance such as filter and oil changes.
• Troubleshoot systems and assist contractors.
• Serve on Hazmat Emergency Response Team.
• Wear respirator, SCBA, and Level A suit when necessary.
• Participate in Process Safety Management and follow procedures.

Skills

Industrial refrigeration

Refrigeration cycle

System components

Water testing

Chemical treatment

Hazmat teamwork

Lifting 50 lbs

Working at heights

Education

CIRO Certification

CARO Certification

Hazmat Technician

Incident Commander

PSM Experience

Scissor lift operation

Job description

Clemens Food Group in Michigan is seeking a skilled operations professional to operate and maintain ammonia refrigeration systems, boilers, air compressors, dryers, HVAC equipment, scrubbers, water chillers and pumps in a food processing facility.

You will serve on the Hazmat Emergency Response Team, wear respirator and Level A suits as needed, and participate in Process Safety Management by following SOPs and performing routine maintenance.