Refrigeration Technician

Primary Responsibility : Under general supervision, works independently performing routine refrigeration maintenance and repair throughout the warehouse.

What You’ll Do:

• Performs operation, repair and adjustment of refrigeration system.

• Monitors system performance and determines when system is not operating correctly.

• Replaces components within the refrigeration’s system, with safe LOTO procedures and in accordance with PSM program.

• Performs basic pump out/evacuate refrigerant as necessary for valve replacement and/or repair.

• Performs routine maintenance on various types of warehouse equipment in accordance with OSHA Standards.

• Tests, maintains, and evaluates equipment performance using instruments such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, pyrometers, and pressure gauges. Tests and calibrates HVAC equipment.

• Inspects completed work for compliance to blueprints, specifications, and safety standards.

• Troubleshoots equipment and recommends corrective action. Individual should understand key troubleshooting techniques to determine root cause.

• Conducts tests of safety equipment to ensure OHSA and operational standards

• Maintains accurate preventive maintenance records with the CMMS System.

• Keeps work area and tools 6S’d (well maintained, clean, organized, etc.), and performs housekeeping duties as required.

• Work flexible shifts, if required, including on call.

• Performs related work and other job assignments as required.

What Experience and Education You Need:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

• 2+ years of Industrial Refrigeration Maintenance experience

OR

• 3+ years Industrial Maintenance experience, plus relevant industry certification (i.e. RETA, Garden City, EPA Universal etc)

• Required to successfully complete assigned Industrial Refrigeration and maintenance courses.

• Troubleshooting and repairs with differing control systems ALTA/Allen Bradley etc.

• Required to be trained in HAZMAT; obtain and maintain the certification.

• Experience using Oracle Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

What Could Set You Apart :

• Experience working in a Cold Storage environment

• Ammonia refrigeration maintenance experience

• CARO and CIRO certification

• Experience using Oracle Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

• Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose down to the component level on all refrigeration equipment

• Share knowledge, train and develop less experienced technicians

You should be proficient in:

• Refrigeration Systems
• Ammonia Refrigeration Systems

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Refrigeration/Cooling Systems