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JOB DESCRIPTION

REFRIGERATION MAINTENANCE MECHANIC

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Must be certified in ammonia refrigeration or related field.Must have technical training in ammonia refrigeration with documentation or one-year experience in the operation of industrial ammonia refrigeration systems.Must have a good understanding of the basic refrigeration cycle.Must be able to read and understand Piping and Instrument diagrams.Should have a basic understanding of P.S.M. as it relates to the refrigeration mechanic.Must be able to identify the main components of a refrigeration system and how they interact.Must become familiar with and adhere to all general plant and refrigeration safety policies within the first 6 months of employment. Must have a good work history and attendance recordMust have a good history of safe work practicesMust be able to work any shift, weekends, holidays, and be on call for plant emergencies as they arise.Must be able to work at heights of 40 to 60 feet.Must pass M-4 maintenance test with a score of 80% or higherMust possess basic mechanical abilitiesMust be able to learn the basic day to day functions of the refrigeration system within a 45 day trial periodWill work with refrigeration operators and learn all safety and machine operation proceduresMust do the required paperwork involve with the ongoing mechanical integrity of the ammonia refrigeration systemMust have excellent communication skills both written and oral.Will perform all other duties as directed by Refrigeration Management.Must obey all USDA, HACCP, plant, and safety rules & regulations.  Must be directly involved with process safety management and will aid in company compliance with all government regulations concerning ammonia refrigeration.Must have or purchase and maintain all tools required to work in this position.Must communicate to Refrigeration management any situation or issues needing to be addressed on a daily basis.

 

Will be required to participate on the Hazmat team, which will require the following:

Must pass Hazwoper training.  Must pass Confined Space training.  Must pass pulmonary function and respirator fit test. Must pass Hazmat physical. 

 

Must possess and demonstrate the following basic electrical skills:

How to use a standard volt/ohm meterHow to read and use an amp probeMust be able to read and understand electrical schematics Must be able to troubleshoot 110, 220, and 480-volt 3 phase electrical circuits.

 

Must demonstrate basic welding skills

 

 

EOE, INCLUDING DISABILITY/VETS