Ammonia Refrigeration Technician & Systems Specialist

Ultipro; Pocahontas (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultipro in Pocahontas, AR is seeking a Maintenance Refrigeration Operator to handle ammonia refrigeration systems and perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs. The role requires strong troubleshooting skills, adherence to GMPs and safety procedures, and the ability to interpret electrical schematics and PLC controls.

The candidate will participate in safety programs, support system upgrades, and work closely with management to optimize maintenance practices and equipment

Qualifications

• 2 years of verifiable Ammonia Refrigeration experience preferred.
• Experience with operation & maintaining ammonia refrigeration systems in excess of 10,000 pounds of ammonia.
• RETA based Industrial Ammonia Operator training program preferred.
• Hazmat training preferred.
• Knows machines & tools, including their designs, uses, repair, & maintenance.
• Possesses the skills needed to repair, maintain, & troubleshoot machinery.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to use critical thinking to identify strengths & weaknesses of alternative solutions or approaches to problems.

Responsibilities

• Fulfilling all duties as necessary, described within the Refrigeration Operator job description, & abiding by all the requirements.
• Follow all Company policies & procedures such as GMPs, Food Safety, PSM/RMP, Lockout Tagout, Confined Space, etc.
• Check ammonia valves of the manufacturing plant, outside, condenser, & exhaust fans.
• Execute complex repairs & major overhauls to system components & associated equipment, utilizing OEM recommendations & specifications and/or other accepted good engineering practices.
• Understand complex electrical schematics, PLC control functions, & Electrical Distributions systems & the ability to troubleshoot root causes & determine proper repairs.
• Perform charging, evacuation, & pressure testing of system vessels & components during projects & Line Equipment procedures in accordance with established policies & industry standards.
• Perform installations & replacements of refrigeration system components & associated equipment, within guidelines set forth by the management of change procedure.
• Analyze system data & trending values to determine the need for increased maintenance frequencies or improved maintenance procedures & safe work practices.
• Assist department management in the supervision & documentation of contractor activity & performance on or around the process equipment.
• Participate as a trained team member for chemical releases or spills as required.
• Assist in the operation, maintenance, & continuous improvement of other utility systems.
• Identify & report any suspicious or abnormal situation to the manager.

Skills

Ammonia refrigeration

Troubleshooting

Critical thinking

Safety procedures

Electrical systems understanding

Education

RETA based Industrial Ammonia Operator training

Hazmat training

Tools

PLC control systems

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Ultipro in Pocahontas, AR is seeking a Maintenance Refrigeration Operator to handle ammonia refrigeration systems and perform preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs. The role requires strong troubleshooting skills, adherence to GMPs and safety procedures, and the ability to interpret electrical schematics and PLC controls.

The candidate will participate in safety programs, support system upgrades, and work closely with management to optimize maintenance practices and equipment