Refrigeration Maintenance

Pilgrim's; Russellville (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim's in Russellville, AL is hiring an Ammonia Refrigeration Technician to maintain ammonia refrigeration systems and related plant utilities, including boilers, air compressors, and HVAC. The role focuses on safe operation and preventive maintenance to support continuous production.

You will read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics, perform routine PMs, document activities, and work with the maintenance team to address issues.

Qualifications

• RETA Certification or equivalent technical training preferred.
• Experience with screw and reciprocating compressors, Cornell recirculation pumps, HVAC units, boilers, and associated control systems.
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical schematics and blueprints for ammonia systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain refrigeration equipment and plant utilities such as boilers, air compressors, pumps, motors, valves, etc.
• Document daily activities pertaining to repairs and awareness of potential problems, as well as maintaining all necessary paperwork associated with the PSM program.
• Perform PM's of compressors, boilers, air compressors, valves, etc.
• Communicating with Maintenance Management or fellow workers to provide information on production. This information can be exchanged face-to-face, in writing, or via telephone/electronic transfer.
• Maintaining neat and orderly work area using hand tools.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Be available for weekend work and /or additional shift work.
• Use required PPE and follow all safety guidelines of the Company.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Hazmat awareness

Compressors & HVAC

Education

RETA Certification or equivalent technical training

Tools

Reading schematics

HVAC and control systems tools

Job description

Ammonia Refrigeration Technician will be responsible for maintaining and servicing ammonia refrigeration systems and related utility equipment and ensuring safe operation of the ammonia refrigeration system and plant utilities to include boilers, air compressors and HVAC.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintaining refrigeration equipment and plant utilities such as boilers, air compressors, pumps, motors, valves, etc.
• Document daily activities pertaining to repairs and awareness of potential problems, as well as maintaining all necessary paperwork associated with the PSM program.
• Perform PM's of compressors, boilers, air compressors, valves, etc.
• Communicating with Maintenance Management or fellow workers to provide information on production. This information can be exchanged face-to-face, in writing, or via telephone/electronic transfer.
• Maintaining neat and orderly work area using hand tools.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Be available for weekend work and /or additional shift work.
• Use required PPE and follow all safety guidelines of the Company.

Qualifications: (Required/Desired)

• RETA Certification or equivalent technical training is a plus.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Able to use required tools/equipment for maintaining and repairing ammonia refrigeration system(s) and utilities.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical schematics and blue prints as they pertain to the plant ammonia systems(s).
• Able to perform in a fast paced environment.
• Experience with screw and reciprocating compressors, Cornell recirculation pumps, HVAC units, boilers, air compressors and associated control systems.
• Must be willing and able to acquire Hazmat Responder Certification and be an active part of the Hazmat Response Team. This includes HAZWOPER training and Certification.

Physical Requirements

• Pass a respiratory physical and wear required PPE(respirator).
• Able to climb stairs and ladders daily.
• Good eye sight (with or without corrective lens).
• Able to work at variable heights (up to 50 ft).
• Able to lift a minimum of 70 lbs. in weight.

Environmental conditions

• Variable conditions if working out of doors. Inside facility cold and wet.

Our vision: Become the best and most respected company in our industry creating the opportunity of a better future for our team members.

Our core values are: Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity