Refrigeration Boiler Technician - 1st & 2nd Shift

BASIC JOB DESCRIPTION:

Extensive knowledge operating, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing ammonia-based refrigeration systems, HVAC stand-alone “rack” systems, and boiler and hot water systems.  Basic knowledge of General Maintenance and Electrical and Electronic Systems are also required.  The associate must be able to work in a team environment, or individually with little or no supervision.  Must comply with all Company SAFETY rules (LOCKOUT/TAGOUT, ETC), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), and all Process Safety Management (PSM) regulations. 

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operation, testing, troubleshooting and repair of the ammonia-based refrigeration system, its sub-systems, and all ancillary processes and/or equipment related to the operation of the refrigeration system.
• Operation, testing, troubleshooting and repair of all rack-mounted, stand-alone gas refrigerant HVAC units.
• Operation, testing, troubleshooting and repair of boiler and hot water systems, their sub-systems and all ancillary equipment related to the operation of the boiler and/or hot water systems.
• Perform refrigeration, HVAC, boiler, and hot water system PM’s. Maintains the material integrity of the engine and utility rooms in accordance with established best practices.
• Rebuilds ammonia, HVAC, boiler, and hot water system components in accordance with technical manuals.
• Complete all applicable documentation in performance of and as required by the job including but not limited to: PSM-related modifications or changes, Work Orders (WO’s), refrigeration system operation notes, and as deemed necessary by upper management.
• Adheres to all Environmental Management Systems/ISO 14001 practices and procedures.
• Adheres to all Company policies and government regulations including but not limited to: Safety, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s). Enter and retrieve information from a computer system; Microsoft Word/Excel, SAP, and Internet.
• Actively participates in all assigned team meetings, training opportunities and designated interaction-required forums.

COMPETENCIES:

• Leadership.  Exhibits confidence in self and others. 
• Inspires and motivates others to perform well.  Work well independently, or in teams.  Earns respect through professional acts.
• Cost Consciousness.  Conserves organizational resources. Ethics.  Treats people with respect.  Keeps commitments.  Inspires the trust of others.
• Safety and Security – Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions.
• Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
• Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions.  Comes to work to work.
• Initiative – Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or equivalent. 3-5 years dedicated ammonia-based refrigeration system operating experience and training.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English. Must have the ability to read and interpret documents, such as blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance manuals and procedure manuals. Must have the ability to write routine correspondence, i.e., preventative maintenance procedures, email, etc. Must have the ability to calculate figures, read tape measurement, and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area and machine or equipment calibration specifications. Ammonia refrigeration safety, cooling units, lubricants and filtration, basic refrigeration hot gas defrost, properties of refrigeration, condensers, pressure and force, compressor types and operation, and non-condensable gases and purging. Ammonia refrigeration in-depth knowledge of theory and practical knowledge. May be required to work long hours and weekends.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS (All Certifications MUST be kept current):

This individual must be able to complete the following requirements within the first twelve (12) – eighteen (18) months of accepting position:

Ammonia Refrigeration Operator I Ammonia Refrigeration Operator II Ammonia Refrigeration Operator III PSM/RMP, meeting OSHA Standard 29CFR 1910.119 CFC Universal Certification Steam Boiler Operator (3rd Class NIULPE)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions however, this position does require the candidate to be in good health due to the nature of the position.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers; handle, feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and taste or smell.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Wet and/or humid conditions Moving mechanical parts Extreme cold (warehouse freezer at degrees Fahrenheit) Electrical and/or vibration shock

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Candidates must be able to:

• Pass a pulmonary function test (PFT)

• Pass a Respiratory and HAZMAT physical

• Be fitted for an APR (Air‑Purifying Respirator)

Respond to a HAZMAT emergency event as part of departmental responsibilities