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Job Description

The Refrigeration Technician install and repair industrial and commercial refrigerating/ammonia systems according to blueprints and engineering specifications, using knowledge of refrigeration and ammonia, structural layout, and function and design of components. Work with a limited degree of supervision, with oversight focused on complex and/or new assignments. Act as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Maintain and perform preventative maintenance activities on ammonia refrigeration systems.

+ Complete accurate and timely documentation of maintenance records

+ Observe and test system operation, using gauges, and instruments.

+ Dismantle, assemble, and install refrigeration equipment.

+ Maintain communication with other departments, management, and employees and notify them of any problems and/or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production.

+ Ensure all repairs are documented. Complete all paperwork clearly, legibly, and accurately with required information. Document all required information in accordance with standard operations procedures.

+ Assist in maintaining parts and supplies inventory by reporting low supply levels to supervisor.

+ Assist operators with training or troubleshooting to minimize equipment downtime.

+ Stay up to date on new products, equipment, technology and techniques.

+ Utilizing continuous improvement mindset, assist in identifying opportunities to improve processes.

+ Exhibit the ability to anticipate parts requirements for the tasks, follow proper purchasing procedures, and acquire parts ahead of anticipated task performance.

+ Maintain safe working conditions for employees and compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding health and safety issues.

+ Follow all DFA good manufacturing practices (GMP) and work in a manner consistent with all corporate regulatory, food safety, quality, and sanitation requirements.

+ The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

+ Other duties will include providing communication between work activities and supervisors of other departments throughout the plant.

+ Must follow all DFA GMP's and work in a manner consistent with all Corporate and regulatory, food safety, quality and sanitation requirements along with other duties as assigned.

+ Interact with contractors, plant personnel and maintenance

+ Assist in other maintenance areas as directed or needed.

+ Other duties may be assigned as required

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

_Minimum Requirements_

Must possess an operational understanding and knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems, industrial manufacturing equipment. Must have good understanding and troubleshooting capabilities related to ammonia cooled systems. Must be a self-starter, detail oriented and possess the ability to work with minimal supervision.

+ Must have High school diploma or equivalent

+ Graduation from trade school or technical school preferred in applicable field of study

+ Must have RETA CIRO Certification - _candidate without certification will not be consider_

+ Must have 2 to 4 years of ammonia refrigeration systems or related experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment

+ Able to inspect equipment, recognize potential problems, and take appropriate corrective action to prevent component failures or equipment down time

+ Able to use a variety of maintenance tools

+ Able to perform maintenance activities/repairs independently and assist on more complicated repairs

+ Able to present options and ideas to current processes or procedures

+ Able to perform task and duties without constant supervision

+ Able to work effectively in a team environment

+ Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

+ Able to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

+ Must be able to read, write and speak English

An Equal Opportunity Employer