Refrigeration Tech I

blountfinefoods; Fall River (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k with company match

Paid time off

Education assistance

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Employee discounts

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

Blount Fine Foods in Fall River, MA is seeking a third-shift refrigeration technician to oversee the safe operation, daily monitoring, and maintenance of our ammonia refrigeration system, ensuring reliable production cooling.

You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot compressors, condensers, fans, and control systems, respond to calls, and document EPA records as part of our total compensation package including medical, 401k, PTO and more.

Qualifications

• Introduction to Ammonia system and controls, or two/three years related experience and/or training refrigeration, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide third shift refrigeration service, including monitoring, troubleshooting and repair of the ammonia system and associated equipment (compressors, condensers, fans, pumps, spiral chillers/freezers).
• Manage and participate in preventive maintenance programs to improve performance and control costs.
• Respond to emergency calls during regular and off-working hours.
• Communicate system operation/maintenance information to the department head and maintenance team.
• Monitor system operation and leakage detection; conduct temperature monitoring and reporting.
• Evaluate equipment condition and document EPA compliance records.
• Service all refrigeration equipment and systems in the facility; troubleshoot associated equipment.
• Fine-tune equipment and controls to optimize energy savings; support PSM program.
• Order repair parts and coordinate outside contractors for service work.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Emergency response

Energy optimization

Documentation

Job description

Blount Fine Foods is a family-owned and operated manufacturer, marketer, and developer of premium fresh prepared foods. We are an engaging team, bringing restaurant-quality products to America including single-serve grab-n-go fresh soups, mac & cheese, and entrées in grocery stores across the country, as well as for hot bars and restaurants. Help us create the finest food experiences including those with specialty certifications that include organic, gluten-free, and low sodium, among others. Join a proven team for growth, success, and a satisfying career!

The pay range for this job is $35 to $35.88 per hour.

This opportunity is third shift, hours are 11pm-7am.

Summary

Oversee the safe operation, daily monitoring, and maintenance of our industrial ammonia refrigeration system. Responsible for repair and maintenance of all areas pertaining to the upkeep and efficient operation of all refrigeration, chiller, cooling, and freezing systems.

Responsibilities:

• Provide third shift refrigeration service, including monitoring, troubleshooting and repair of the ammonia system. Including all areas pertaining to the upkeep and efficient operation of all systems (compressors, condensers, fans, pumps, spiral chillers, spiral freezers and all other cooling and freezing systems).
• Manage and work on preventive maintenance programs to help improve performance, reduce refrigerant loss, and control expenses.
• Respond to emergency calls during regular and off working hours.
• Daily communication of all pertinent information regarding system operation and maintenance to department head and maintenance team.
• Monitor system to ensure all systems are functioning correctly
• Monitor leak detection system
• Conduct required inspections and reporting through temperature monitoring and control.
• Evaluate and report equipment condition.
• Service all refrigeration equipment and systems in the facility
• Troubleshoot all associated equipment
• Fine tune equipment and controls to optimize energy savings
• Provide documentation for EPA compliance records
• Provide support to the PSM program
• Order repair parts and maintain adequate supply of refrigerant
• Follow up on service contracts for water treatment systems, and condenser cleaning
• Maintain housekeeping and clean-up of refrigeration engine rooms on a daily basis
• Assist in managing outside mechanical and refrigeration contractors conducting service, repair and new contract work.

Education and/or Experience:

• Introduction to Ammonia system and controls; or two/three years related experience and/or training refrigeration; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Our Total Compensation Package Includes:

• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• 401k with Company match
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time and holidays
• Education Assistance Program
• Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Discounts on Blount products at Company retail locations
• Discretionary Annual Bonus Program