Ammonia Refrigeration Tech IV

Kiolbassa Smoked Meats•KPC Headquarters Texas, TX

6d•$43 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Refrigeration / Ammonia Technician IV is responsible for the safe and efficient operation, monitoring, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial ammonia refrigeration systems, HVAC and related utility equipment. This position plays a critical role in equipment reliability, production support, food safety, employee safety, and Process Safety Management (PSM) compliance.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent.
Minimum 2 years of maintenance and repair experience on ammonia refrigeration systems and 2 years of HVAC experience.
Experience with industrial ammonia refrigeration; food manufacturing, meat processing, cold storage, poultry, dairy, or beverage experience preferred.
Possess IIAR Industrial Refrigeration I or equivalent qualification.
Valid driver's license.
Working knowledge of two-stage industrial ammonia systems.
Understanding of advanced air conditioning, refrigeration, and heating principles.
Working knowledge of boiler systems and air/water treatment systems.
Ability to read P&IDs, electrical schematics, equipment manuals, schematics, and work plans in English.

Nice To Haves

RETA CARO, CIRO, and CRT certifications are preferred.
Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain CARO and CIRO certifications if provided the opportunity.
Operator training compliant with IIAR and OSHA PSM requirements.
PSM Mechanical Integrity experience and Emergency Response Team training.
PLC troubleshooting, Allen Bradley controls, and VFD troubleshooting.
Industrial electrical troubleshooting up to 480V.
Mechanical seal replacement and pump rebuilding.
Welding and fabrication.
Willingness to continue education in HVAC and industrial refrigeration.

Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain industrial ammonia refrigeration systems.
Maintain and service two-stage industrial ammonia refrigeration systems and related utility equipment.
Conduct daily refrigeration system inspections and log operating conditions.
Monitor compressors, evaporators, condensers, pumps, pressure vessels, control valves, heat exchangers, and alarm systems.
Respond to refrigeration alarms, equipment failures, and emergency situations using approved procedures.
Identify and repair ammonia leaks using approved safety procedures.
Perform oil changes, filter replacements, vibration checks, system adjustments, and other required maintenance.
Perform established preventive maintenance and identify new PM activities as needed.
Perform predictive/condition-based maintenance activities including vibration analysis, lubrication, inspections, and condition monitoring.
Analyze and solve electrical and mechanical problems related to ammonia and utility systems.
Complete work orders, maintenance records, refrigeration logs, and required documentation accurately and timely in the CMMS.
Conduct daily chemical testing of condenser cooling water, document test results, and make required adjustments.
Maintain accurate records required by the PSM program.
Participate in PSM audits, mechanical integrity inspections, and emergency response planning.
Support facility utilities including boilers, air compressors, water systems, HVAC systems, and process cooling equipment.
Coordinate with Production and Sanitation to minimize equipment downtime.
Comply with OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM).
Comply with EPA Risk Management Program (RMP).
Follow USDA, GMP, food safety, quality, and company safety policies and procedures.
Support the plant PSM system and Mechanical Integrity Program.
Maintain safe and efficient operation of refrigeration systems.
Use required PPE and follow established procedures around ammonia, electrical, mechanical, chemical, confined-space, and elevated-work hazards.