Refrigeration Operator

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Ammonia refrigeration and other freon based cooling systems including, but not limited to operation, maintenance, and repairs.
• Maintain and operate single, two stage, cascade ammonia systems and subsystems
• Monitor and identify abnormal operating pressures, temperatures, and conditions within the refrigeration system, adjust, repairs and/or schedule service as required
• Thoroughly understanding and able to handle refrigeration system components, including vacuum pumps, chillers, evaporators, condensers, compressors, controls, and valves etc.
• Perform and delegate to daily, weekly, monthly, annually inspections, and preventative maintenance on the refrigeration equipment and other cooler machinery on and off-site as needed
• Perform other maintenance duties such as plumbing, replacing valves, installing fixtures, detecting, and repairing leaks as needed
• Handle hazardous materials as directed and follow guidance of OSHA and EPA
• Monitor and record all system readings to document operation of the equipment and the system and provide reports and troubleshooting
• Respond to emergency breakdowns of the refrigeration systems
• Procure quotations and bids for the order of work scopes, repairs, parts, and construction projects as needed
• Ensure continuous training and competency of refrigeration updates and standards
• Train personnel for routine check and system following the SOP
• Thoroughly understand and can act upon based on EAP and technical guidance during emergency and system malfunction situations
• Handle unscheduled and emergency shut down of equipment
• Ensure all refrigeration equipment is functioning in a safe and optimal manner
• Ensures continuous operation of all the facility utility systems and supports preventative maintenance programs.
• Assists in the record-keeping and training requirements for all components of the Ammonia refrigeration system in compliance with State and federal guidelines.
• Must perform duties as assigned by the facility Manager. & Chief Engineer

Qualifications

Must posses a Blue SealToxic To Operating license issued by the state of New Jersey:

• 5+ of Ammonia and freon based refrigeration experience
• 4+ years of active experience with cooling processes, ammonia refrigeration, and other freon based facilities within a produce and food processing and storage facility is a plus
• Experience with screw and reciprocating compressors, recirculation pumps, HVAC units, air compressors, and associated control systems
• Work experience in ammonia system pump-downs and repairs
• Knowledge of chemical testing for cooling towers and ammonia system preferred
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills
• Ability to understand refrigeration blueprints, P&ID, and cut sheets
• Hazmat Responder Certification preferred
• Trained and experienced in lock-out, tag-out, and safe work practices
• Must be able to respond to emergencies if needed 24/7 including after hours and weekends.
• Best-practice and professional knowledge of industrial maintenance and standards
• Able to perform in a fast-paced environment
• Must be detailed-oriented, cost-conscious, and deadline sensitive

Physical requirements

• Able to climb stairs and ladders and fall-protection trained
• Able to work at variable heights
• Able to lift, push, and pull 50 lbs. in weight

Environmental conditions

• Roof height and outdoors; cold, wet, and cold storage temperatures

Compensation Range

• The US base hourly range for this full-time position is $37/hr - $43/hr
• This role may be eligible to discretionary bonus, incentives and benefits
• Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location

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