Refrigeration MaintenanceTechnician 2nd Shift

Company: Pilgrim's
Location: Broadway
Posted on: May 4, 2024

Job Description:

Refrigeration Maintenance TechnicianSchedule Monday-Friday2:30 pm- 11:00 pm*Saturday flexible schedulePay rates: $21.20 with attendance bonusSaturday flexible schedulePosition Summary: Applies principles in solving simple to complex problem affecting certain properties of a system, such as the application of the gas law to refrigeration.Applies one or more principles of mechanics, electricity, thermodynamics or fluid dynamics, interacting in complex systems.Forms and test numerous hypotheses to ensure that the problem is diagnosed correctly (troubleshoot) in complex systems in which a variety of mechanical, electrical, thermal, or flow faults are potential sources of difficult problems.Correctly identifies and applies involved principles of pressure/temperature relationships, refrigeration system piping and relays, contractors and starters in problem solving.Capable of training others.Have to pass a HazMat physical and take HazMat training.Capable of pumping down parts or whole refrigeration system.Responsibilities: Starts system and observes operation. Makes periodic inspection of equipment and system to observe operating condition. Observes temperature, pressure and ampere readings for system and equipment. Observes system operation using gauges and instruments. Drains oil from refrigeration unit. Reads gauges and instruments in order to adjust mechanisms such as valves controls. Records pressure and temperature readings from gauges during operation. Adjusts controls to obtain specified operation of equipment. Tests lines components and connections for leaks. Preventive maintenance compressors, condensers, evaporators and icemakers. Replaces or adjusts defective or worn parts to repair system (water pumps & heavy duty compressor). Replaces defective or worn parts (seals in screw compressor). Keeps records of repairs and replacements made and causes of malfunctions. Checks fans, motors, belts and bearings. Paperwork- PSM, line break, hot work confined space, etc
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Monitor and maintain refrigeration equipmentPrepare work orders for any defects foundMaintain Process Safety Management recordsKeep records according to standard operating proceduresOther duties as assignedBASIC SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum of one year of ammonia refrigeration or maintenance experience requiredExperience with A/C and D/C control devicesExperience with hydraulics and pneumaticsAble to work while walking/standing for long periods of timeGood interpersonal skillsAble to work weekends and overtime as neededEDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:High school diploma or equivalent (GED) requiredEOE/Vet/Disabled

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