Team Leader - Industrial Refrigeration

Johnsonville; Holton (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnsonville, LLC. in Holton, KS is seeking a qualified Refrigeration/Boiler Technician to maintain plant refrigeration, HVAC, hot water generation and related utility systems.

You will perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical problems, and mentor others while supporting PSM, HAZMAT and safety programs. Requires RETA certification, Class I/II Refrigeration school, ammonia PSM training, and at least 3 years’ industrial refrigeration/boiler experience; PLC and

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in Industrial Refrigeration and Boiler with electrical, mechanical and plumbing skills.
• PLC experience preferred.
• Able to read blueprints and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Operation of Plant Refrigeration, HVAC, Hot Water Generation, and Utility systems.
• Preventative maintenance and repair of Refrigeration, HVAC, Boiler and Utility equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical or mechanical problems on plant Refrigeration, HVAC, Direct Fire Water heater, and utilities.
• Drive Plan PSM program and compliance.
• Maintain the plant HAZMAT program and equipment.
• Train/assist others on Refrigeration/HVAC basics, mentoring Qualified Refrigeration Technicians.
• Mentor on Safe Operating Practices and repairs to facility systems.
• Partner with Planner and Parts clerk for spare parts inventory and PM packages.
• Cover areas of the plant as assigned by the Department Coach.
• Maintain regulatory compliance on Wastewater, PSM, Fire Suppression.
• Support Wastewater operations.

Skills

Refrigeration systems

Electrical & mechanical repair

PSM knowledge

Blueprint reading

Safety & teamwork

Education

Class I Industrial Refrigeration School

RETA Certification

Industrial Ammonia PSM training

Job description

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This position ensures the proper maintenance and operational status of all plant Refrigeration, Hot water generation, and additional associated utility systems and equipment in the Holton, KS facility. Affected equipment includes the plant Refrigeration System, Direct fire water heater, HVAC systems, plant water distribution system, CO2, Fire Suppression, and support systems that are utilized by the plant.

Responsibilities

• Operation of all Plant Refrigeration, HVAC, Hot Water Generation, and Utility systems.
• Ensure Preventative Maintenance and repair of all plant Refrigeration, HVAC, Boiler and Utility equipment are completed.
• Support troubleshooting electrical or mechanical problems on all plant Refrigeration, HVAC, Direct Fire Water heater, and utility equipment.
• Drive Plan PSM program and compliance.
• Assist in maintaining the plants HAZMAT program and equipment.
• Train / Assist other members on Refrigeration / HVAC basics, acting as mentor for the development of Qualified Refrigeration Technicians.
• Mentor others in the Safe Operating Practices and repairs to facility systems.
• Partner with Planner and Parts clerk to ensure proper spare parts inventory and PM packages.
• Cover areas of the plant as assigned by the Department Coach.
• Maintain regulatory compliance on associated systems – Wastewater, PSM, Fire Supression.
• Support Wastewater operations

Education

• Completion of Class I and Class II Industrial Refrigeration School with RETA Certification.
• Completion of an Industrial Ammonia PSM course and Certification.
• Technical Training in relevant area required.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the Industrial Refrigeration and Boiler field with solid skills in electrical, mechanical and plumbing
• PLC experience preferred
• Experienced in reading Blueprints and Schematics.

Skills

• Ability to understand P&ID’s and assist with system designs
• Understanding of PSM regarding Compliance Guidelines and Requirements
• Assist with system Projects and related maintenance
• Must become a Member of the Emergency Response Team and be able to pass a Respirator Fit Test and Physical
• Computer skills in Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint and SAP
• Candidate should be teamwork oriented with good communication skills

Physical Demands:

• Able to work on rough terrain in all weather conditions
• Full range of body motion required: standing, kneeling and upper body twisting.

Other Requirements

• Ability to pass a pre-employment, post offer drug screen, physical and background check
• Must be properly groomed / shaved and able to wear a Respirator as required.
• Willing to travel off-site for additional training and certification as required
• Work is performed in all weather conditions outside, inside is refrigerated (35 degrees), plant environment with animal’s present, subject to heights.

Benefits and Compensation

Applicants must be eligible to work in the country where this job is located, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

Our culture, called the Johnsonville Way, guides the way we behave, operate and treat one another. We truly believe that here at Johnsonville, we have a moral responsibility to create and maintain an environment that requires each Member to fully develop their God-given talents and help others to do the same. We achieve this by living the Johnsonville Way.

Our owner is famous for saying that, 'Other companies use their people to build a business, but at Johnsonville, we use the business to build our people.' We are proud to offer endless opportunities for continued learning and growth here at Johnsonville.

Johnsonville is an equal opportunity employer, including Vet/Disability. We embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic, including protected veteran and disability status.