Refrigeration Operator II - Industrial Freezers & Systems

Trident Seafoods; Akutan (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Trident Seafoods in Alaska is seeking a Refrigeration Operator II to maintain and optimize our industrial refrigeration systems, including plate freezers, blast freezers, and condensers, ensuring product safety and continuous production in a fast-paced environment.

You will perform preventative maintenance, complete inspections, train Operator 1s and Refrigeration Assistants, and coordinate with QA/QC to uphold safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–6+ years of industrial/commercial refrigeration experience (Freon or Ammonia).
• HS Diploma or equivalent, or refrigeration technical program training.
• Preferred: RETA CARO certification or equivalent within 1 year.
• EPA Section 608 Universal Certification is optional.

Responsibilities

• Operate refrigeration systems per plant procedures and maintain logs.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Conduct Mechanical Integrity inspections (weekly/monthly/quarterly).
• Plan and execute routine pre/post-season maintenance and repairs with contractors.
• Train Operator 1s and Refrigeration Assistants in day-to-day activities.
• Review technical bulletins and system schematics; escalate issues as needed.

Skills

Time management

Professionalism

Reliability

Shift flexibility

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Refrigeration technical training

RETA CARO within 1 year

EPA 608 Certification (optional)

Tools

Industrial refrigeration equipment knowledge

Job description

Trident Seafoods in Alaska is seeking a Refrigeration Operator II to maintain and optimize our industrial refrigeration systems, including plate freezers, blast freezers, and condensers, ensuring product safety and continuous production in a fast-paced environment.

You will perform preventative maintenance, complete inspections, train Operator 1s and Refrigeration Assistants, and coordinate with QA/QC to uphold safety and quality.