Refrigeration Mechanic - 1st Shift

Conagra Brands•Council Bluffs, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Refrigeration Mechanic troubleshoots and repairs heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment that uses ammonia or other refrigerants, following safety standards. The role performs daily system checks, scheduled maintenance, filter cleaning and replacement, and plant-system inspection and repair while meeting GMP and quality standards. The mechanic leads the refrigeration team in completing tasks and resolving issues, obtains parts and supplies, completes required paperwork and regulatory documentation, and may perform other duties as assigned. The position is based in Council Bluffs, Iowa, and is scheduled for the 1st shift from 4:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The hourly rate is $28.36. The role requires working assigned hours and required overtime, regular attendance, and the ability to move up to 75 pounds. A high school diploma or GED and at least two years of refrigeration maintenance or related experience are required, along with commercial HVAC experience. Industrial experience is preferred.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of refrigeration maintenance or related experience.
Commercial HVAC experience.
Ability to work scheduled and assigned times and required overtime.
Regular attendance to meet production requirements.
Ability to read blueprints, drawings, and plans.
Knowledge of planned maintenance.
Excellent leadership and communication skills.
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Intermediate math skills.
Basic computer skills, including spreadsheet knowledge.
Ability to complete work and purchase requests.
Ability to move up to 75 pounds.
Advanced troubleshooting skills and excellent attention to detail.
Ability to solve problems independently.
Knowledge of plant safety, GMPs, and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
Ability to obtain LOTO, PIT, and confined-space certifications.
Ability to complete respirator training.
Ability to complete HAZMAT training and serve as a member of the HAZMAT team.

Nice To Haves

Industrial experience.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment involving ammonia or other refrigerants while adhering to safety standards.
Perform required daily checks on refrigeration systems and equipment.
Lead the refrigeration team in accomplishing tasks and resolving issues.
Replace and repair boilers, ammonia systems, coolers, compressors, HVAC systems, and related equipment as required.
Perform scheduled maintenance on evaporators and condensers.
Clean and change filters in a timely manner.
Monitor, clean, and repair plant systems, including condensers, traps, and filtration systems.
Requisition parts and supplies as needed.
Inspect and clean work areas using proper tools and following policy and procedure.
Complete required paperwork in a timely manner.
Repair, assist in replacing, or modify machinery, wiring, piping, and related items.
Maintain and complete required documentation in accordance with OSHA and EPA requirements, including logs, records, and checklists.
Perform other duties as assigned.