Refrigeration Technician - 1st Shift Weekend - Hilliard

The Refrigeration Technician will be essential in ensuring the effective freezing and frozen storage of food products, as well as the cooling of physical plant buildings. This role requires the efficient operation, maintenance, and repair of ammonia and nitrogen refrigeration systems, alongside freezers, air conditioning, and chilled water systems. The technician will play a critical role in contributing to the companys profitability through safe and efficient practices while collaborating with supervisors and co-workers.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage
• Opportunities for overtime
• Safe and productive work environment
• Potential for professional growth within the organization

Why you should apply for this position today

This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a critical role within the food industry, ensuring quality and safety while expanding your technical skills. Join a dedicated team and contribute to the efficiency of our operations while enjoying a stable work schedule.

Skills

• 13 years of hands-on experience maintaining industrial ammonia refrigeration systems
• Knowledge of nitrogen flash freezers and Reco/Frigoscandia brand freezers is highly desired
• Proficiency in electrical, pipe fitting, hydraulics, and pneumatics
• Strong basic business traits: attendance, punctuality, hygiene
• Technical training in ammonia refrigeration and mechanical/electrical maintenance
• Familiarity with microprocessors and 110480 Volt 3-phase AC electricity
• Well-versed in all aspects of mechanical and electrical maintenance for industrial food freezing systems

Responsibilities

• Maintain logs on operating results and issues
• Analyze information to formulate a preventive maintenance plan
• Troubleshoot and physically repair equipment
• Use hand and specialty tools for maintenance tasks
• Conduct routine inspections using sight, sound, and gauges
• Read manuals and blueprints for proper operation and repairs
• Order parts and supplies as needed for maintenance
• Keep work areas clean in compliance with GMP requirements
• Follow safety practices and use personal protective equipment
• Ensure adherence to maintenance techniques and applicable codes
• Maintain personal hygiene and housekeeping according to GMPs
• Meet product safety and quality requirements
• Identify system problems through data collection and inspection
• Develop good working relationships and resolve conflicts respectfully
• Cooperate with team goals and attend meetings
• Adhere to plant rules, policies, and company ethics
• Assist in training team members as necessary
• Support other technicians using electrical, pipe fitting, pneumatic, and hydraulic skills

Qualifications

• 13 years of relevant experience in maintaining an industrial ammonia refrigeration system
• Familiarity with nitrogen flash freezers is a plus
• Experience in electrical, pipe fitting, hydraulics, and pneumatics is beneficial
• High school diploma or equivalent with strong communication, reading, and math skills
• Technical training in ammonia refrigeration and mechanical/electrical maintenance

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Technical training in refrigeration systems and electrical maintenance preferred

Education Requirements Credential Category

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Technical Certification in Refrigeration Systems

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 13 years of hands-on experience with industrial ammonia refrigeration systems
• Experience with nitrogen flash freezers and relevant mechanical/electrical maintenance

Why work in Hilliard, OH

Hilliard offers a thriving community with a range of amenities, great schools, and recreational opportunities. Located near Columbus, it provides a balance of suburban tranquility while being close to urban attractions, making it an ideal place for both personal and professional growth.

Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $60000.00 - 70000.00 Per Year
Education Level: High school diploma or equivalent

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: (Companies ATS Questions):

1. Do you have 13 years hands-on experience maintaining an industrial ammonia refrigeration system (vacuum systems, screw compressors, blast/storage freezers, condensers, chilled water cooling systems)

2. Do you have experience with nitrogen flash freezers and Reco/Frigoscandia brand freezers highly desired

3. Do you have electrical, pipe fitting, hydraulics, and pneumatics experience beneficial

4. Do you have basic business traits: attendance, punctuality, hygiene, and high school level education in communication, reading, and math

5. Do you have technical training in ammonia refrigeration, nitrogen freezing systems, mechanical/electrical maintenance

6. Do you have knowledge of microprocessors, 110480 Volt 3-phase AC electricity, pipe fitting, conduit installation, wiring, pneumatics, hydraulics

7. Do you have skilled in all aspects of mechanical/electrical maintenance of industrial food freezing systems

8. Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.