Refrigeration Technician

Job Description
The Refrigeration Technician with little to no supervision provides maintenance support to ensure the safe and effective operation of ammonia refrigeration systems, HCFC systems, hot water, compressed air, and steam systems. Must be able to safely apply knowledge and troubleshooting skills to all assigned production equipment and have the ability to effectively interact with all plant personnel to accomplish plant and individual goals. The facility is highly automated in meat processing/packaging.
Responsibilities
Performing and consulting on robust preventative maintenance and refrigeration repairs.  
Expertly performing emergency mechanical or electrical repairs, and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, pump, pressure, and hydraulic plant equipment.  
Understanding boiler theory, RETA Operator I, and IIAR Basic NH3 Refrigeration schematics will be required for this role.  
Must be able to pass a HAZ-Mat physical and pass the training to be certified as an Emergency Responder Technician Level and participate on the Emergency Response Team.  
Must assist and support the training and development of more junior Refrigeration Technicians.  
Also responsible for minimizing downtime due to equipment and system failure. 
Other duties as assigned.