Refrigeration Maintenance

JBS Foods; Russellville (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilgrim's is seeking an Ammonia Refrigeration Technician for the 3rd shift (5:00 p.m. – 5:30 a.m.) to maintain and service ammonia refrigeration systems and plant utilities. Responsibilities include boilers, air compressors, pumps, motors, and safety documentation under the PSM program.

The role requires strong electrical/mechanical troubleshooting, the ability to read schematics, and willingness to obtain Hazmat Responder Certification as part of a safety-focused team.

Qualifications

• RETA Certification or equivalent is a plus.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Able to read and understand mechanical/electrical schematics and blueprints.
• Experience with screw and reciprocating compressors, HVAC units, boilers, and pumps.
• Willing to acquire Hazmat Responder Certification and join the Hazmat team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain refrigeration equipment and plant utilities including boilers and air compressors.
• Document repairs and PM activities; keep PSM paperwork up to date.
• Perform PMs on compressors, boilers, and related equipment.
• Communicate production information to Maintenance Management and team.
• Keep work area neat and safe; use PPE as required.
• Be available for weekend or additional shift work as needed.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and Hazmat requirements.

Skills

RETA Certification

Electrical troubleshooting

Mechanical troubleshooting

Schematics/blueprints

Hazmat Responder Training

Repair of motors/valves/boilers

Compressors/ HVAC experience

Job description

Description

3rd Shift

5:00 p.m. - 5:30 a.m.

Pay is based on skills testing.

Purpose/Scope:

The Ammonia Refrigeration Technician will be responsible for maintaining and servicing ammonia refrigeration systems and related utility equipment, and to ensure the 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

EOE, including disability/vets

Unsolicited Assistance:

Pilgrim'sdoesnot accept unsolicited assistance from any recruitment vendors for any of our open jobs. All resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee at Pilgrim's or via the applicant tracking system, in any form without a valid written request and search agreement previously approved by HR, will be solely owned byPilgrim's. No fees will be paid should the candidate be hired by Pilgrim's because of an unsolicited referral