Refrigeration Technician Wage Range 28-38

Job Title: Refrigeration Technician

Our Mission:
To be THE BEST in all we do. We are completely focused on our business ensuring the BEST products and services to our customers a relationship of trust with our suppliers and profitability for our shareholders. All this we do to provide an opportunity for a better future for all our TEAM MEMBERS.

What Youll Need:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: Minimum of 3 years of C02/Refrigerant system or industrial maintenance experience required. Experience working with A/C and D/C control systems and with hydraulic and pneumatic systems preferred.

Skills: The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities along with the capability to accurately maintain technical records and documentation. This individual should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team and be comfortable standing and walking for extended periods throughout the shift. Flexibility is essential including the willingness to work weekends overtime and respond to operational needs as required.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities (include but are not limited to):
Maintain and complete work orders and preventive maintenance paperwork in a timely manner
Maintain a log book of all breakdowns and corrective actions taken
Complete daily rounds on all equipment; this includes weekends and holidays 365 days a year
Schedule shutdowns of equipment and machinery for repairs and maintenance without disrupting production
Troubleshoot equipment mechanically and electrically for any issues
Weld and fabricate refrigeration piping (including copper stainless steel and other materials used in CO₂/refrigerant systems) to industry standards
Utilize time effectively to best minimize equipment downtime and repairs
Be safety-minded and follow lockout-tagout (LOTO) procedures for all equipment that is being worked on
Be a team player and not afraid to ask for guidance or help when needed
Be on call when needed and able to work alone if the situation calls for it
Receive and follow training on LOTO fall protection confined space hot work and any other training deemed necessary to perform the job safely and effectively
Order materials and parts as needed for stock or repairs of equipment
Maintain clean mechanical rooms at all times with no exceptions
Work with several outside vendors and technicians in a professional manner
Assist maintenance technicians with mechanical troubleshooting and repairs as needed or as directed by maintenance leadership
Support Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Program (RMP) activities as required
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
At least 3 years of experience in a refrigeration or boiler room preferred
Proven skills and experience in welding refrigeration pipes (brazing TIG Gas torch / Gas or other methods suitable for CO₂/refrigerant systems)
Strong working knowledge of industrial maintenance and electrical functions
Able to learn and follow directions from management and team leaders
Able to follow and implement safety rules
Able to read and write in English
Proficient with time management and prioritizing work
Able to use a computer for the functions of the engine room and email
Able to be certified for Haz-Mat
Knowledge of basic Standard Operating Procedures is a plus

Physical Demands / Work Environment:
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds
Ability to work 8-12 hour shifts is required. This position may require occasional on-call availability outside of regularly scheduled work hours and may also require working independently without supervision at times.
Plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related) extreme cold (non-weather related) and working near moving mechanical parts
Noise level in the work areas can be loud especially in the compressor room
Will be regularly exposed to outside weather in all conditions
Will be regularly exposed to chemicals used in the plant and for maintenance processes
Able to climb ladders and stairs regularly
Able to climb under and over piping and equipment as needed
Food manufacturing environment