Refrigeration Mechanic (starting at $41/hr)

Sofina Foods Inc • Brampton, ON

72d • $41 • Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Chief Engineer - Maintenance, this individual will perform regular inspections and repair / replace and maintain work when necessary to prevent breakdowns and major overhauls on mechanical plant equipment on shift. Looking for permanent, full-time candidates with Valid 4TH Class Operating Engineer / Refrigeration B Operator or Class A Operator and Valid Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic license (313A).
This position is currently an active vacancy.
Job Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Hourly Rate: starting at $41.00
Shifts Available: Rotating Shifts and Weeks
2/2/3 schedule with rotating days and nights at 12 hours a day (one week would be 48 hours and the next week would be 36 hours)
Location:
Burlington Facility – Pork Processing Plant
821 Appleby Line
Burlington, Ontario
L7L 4W9

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Valid 4TH Class Operating Engineer / Refrigeration B Operator or Class A Operator
• Valid Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic license (313A)
• Must have 6,000 hours
• Must be proficient in use of all mechanical hand tools and power tools
• Must be able to read and understand blueprints
• Must have computer skills for entering inventory records, Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Ensures compliance with TSSA regulations.
• Performs routine equipment maintenance, clean/lubricate boilers, refrigeration, HVAC, fuel, water treatment, compressed air systems, auxiliaries and distribution systems, housekeeping throughout plant.
• Installs mechanical systems throughout the plant and assists Industrial Mechanic Millwrights.
• Checks and Adjusts (calibrates) heating/cooling systems, brine chiller, humidification, air handling equipment, Kemco hot water system, repair high pressure hoses and pumps, scald and de-hair tanks systems after installation and makes necessary changes, adjustments and modifications to obtain desired results
• Maintains repairs, troubleshoots electrical problem, routine preventive maintenance, install and repair water/drainage piping, compressed air piping repairs, ammonia piping system repairs.
• Must be proficient at checking and inspecting all aspects of a refrigeration system including equipment, detectors and delivery systems
• Must be proficient at welding
• Checks and tests for leaks, sets and adjusts controls and regulators and checks operating adjustments as required.
• Checks and replaces mechanical components and controls.
• Monitor and records flow rates, pressures and temperatures within specific cold chain parameters.
• Capable of rebuilding pumps and compressors
• Ensure proper use and storage of approved chemicals.
• Follows GMP rules and GMP for Maintenance rules while performing repairs and PM tasks
• Ensures temporary repairs are done in a manner that does not create potential food safety hazards
• Informs Sanitation or Production when repairs are completed so that proper sanitation of surfaces can be completed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive wage, a comprehensive benefits package (includes health, dental, vision and life insurance after 6 months of employment), a pension plan, and opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED