Maintenance (Refrigeration) Hourly 3rd Shift

Pilgrim's • Carrollton, GA

23h

About The Position

The Ammonia Refrigeration Technician maintains and services ammonia refrigeration systems and related utility equipment, ensuring safe operation of refrigeration systems and plant utilities, including boilers, air compressors, and HVAC equipment. The role performs preventive maintenance and repairs, documents work and potential issues, and follows company safety requirements. The technician must be available for weekend and/or additional shift work and participate on the Hazmat Response Team after obtaining the required certifications.

Requirements

• At least one year of verifiable ammonia refrigeration experience.
• Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to use the tools and equipment required to maintain and repair ammonia refrigeration systems and utilities.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical schematics and blueprints related to plant ammonia systems.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with screw and reciprocating compressors, Cornell recirculation pumps, HVAC units, boilers, air compressors, and associated control systems.
• Willingness and ability to obtain Hazmat Responder Certification and HAZWOPER training and certification and serve on the Hazmat Response Team.
• Pass a respiratory physical and wear a respirator and other required PPE.
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders daily, work at variable heights up to 50 feet, and lift at least 70 pounds.
• Good eyesight, with or without corrective lenses.

Nice To Haves

• RETA Certification or equivalent technical training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain refrigeration equipment and plant utilities, including boilers, air compressors, pumps, motors, and valves.
• Document daily repair activities, potential problems, and paperwork required for the PSM program.
• Perform preventive maintenance on compressors, boilers, air compressors, valves, and related equipment.
• Communicate production-related information with Maintenance Management and fellow workers, in person, in writing, by telephone, or electronically.
• Keep the work area neat and orderly using hand tools.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Be available for weekend work and/or additional shift work.
• Use required PPE and follow company safety guidelines.
• Acquire Hazmat Responder Certification and participate as an active member of the Hazmat Response Team, including completing HAZWOPER training and certification.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed