Refrigeration & Utility Lead - Preventive Maintenance & Reliability

Central Valley Meat Co.; Hanford (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Valley Meat Co. seeks a skilled Refrigeration/Utility Maintenance Technician to perform preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance on ammonia refrigeration, boilers, water, and air systems. You will ensure safe, efficient plant operations and accurate record-keeping.

Candidates should have a High School diploma, 5+ years in ammonia refrigeration maintenance, and ideally CIRO certification. Proficiency with schematics, control circuits, and PC reporting are important; willingness

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 5+ years of experience in ammonia refrigeration systems maintenance.
• CIRO certification preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience working with boilers and compressed air systems.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of control circuits and system components.
• Proficient in reading schematics for troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and process issues.
• Basic PC skills for record-keeping and reporting purposes.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on the plant’s ammonia refrigeration systems, boilers, water systems, compressed air systems, and fire protection systems, ensuring they run efficiently and safely.
• Follow and support company policies and procedures, including regulatory PSM/RMP standards, to maintain compliance with all applicable safety and environmental guidelines.
• Monitor system performance and conduct regular inspections to identify and resolve any issues proactively.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and replace faulty components within mechanical, electrical, and process systems.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with the Maintenance Supervisor to improve system reliability, reduce downtime, and ensure the overall efficiency of plant operations.
• Participate in emergency response and breakdown maintenance, ensuring prompt resolution of critical issues to minimize operational disruptions.
• Stay current on industry best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies relevant to the role.

Skills

Ammonia refrigeration

Boilers

Compressed air systems

Reading schematics

Control circuits

PC skills

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CIRO Certification

Job description

Central Valley Meat Co. seeks a skilled Refrigeration/Utility Maintenance Technician to perform preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance on ammonia refrigeration, boilers, water, and air systems. You will ensure safe, efficient plant operations and accurate record-keeping.

Candidates should have a High School diploma, 5+ years in ammonia refrigeration maintenance, and ideally CIRO certification. Proficiency with schematics, control circuits, and PC reporting are important; willingness