Refrigeration Technician (nights)

General:
Refrigeration technician supports and maintains the industrial refrigeration and other site utility systems of a state-of-the-art turkey processing plant.  The position reports to the refrigeration supervisor w/ primary work schedule of 12-hr, (phone number removed) on straight nights with flexibility to work early/ late shift, overtime, weekends, and holidays, as needed.  
Specific Duties / Responsibilities:
Successfully employ experience and knowledge in the operation, testing, documentation for refrigeration and other utility systems (e.g. - air compressors, boiler, etc.)
Routinely apply working knowledge of industrial refrigeration & site utility equipment and processes to safely install, start up, troubleshoot, and repair refrigeration and monitor other utility equipment operation.
Perform refrigeration PM / PSM (Process Safety Management) program tasks, including logs and documentation
Oversee and coordinator resources for PM and repairs of refrigeration systems / utility equipment
Ensure refrigeration system compliance with state and federal regulations & codes; maintain a safe work environment for self and staff.
Assist supervisor/co-workers w/ repairs; openly share refrigeration knowledge with others
Work with minimal supervision and bring continuous improvement suggestions for refrigeration and other utility systems to appropriate resources
Other duties as assigned by Manager/Supervisor.
Requirements
Education:     GED (Min.) (required);Associates degree (preferred / not required)
                         Refrigeration coursework / certificate / formal training (preferred)
Experience:   Min. of 2 years of work experiencein refrigeration equipment & systems OR related field
Skills/Abilities/Attributes:
Working knowledge of industrial refrigeration systems
Solid understanding of refrigeration regulations and systems
Strong mechanical aptitude & analytical skills
Detailed-oriented; able to work in fast-paced environment
Team player and w/ strong communication & interpersonal skills
 
Physical Requirements:
Lift / move up to 40 lbs.; occasionally 50 lbs.
Stand, squat, climb and work from heights on regular basis, up to 12 hrs./shift
Operate in hot, cold, wet environment e.g., 35-40 / 100 degrees
Safely work w/ low & high voltage equipment
Communicate in English (verbal & written)
Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Wellness Resources