Refrigeration Operator (Crew A) Grand Forks, ND
About The Position
The Refrigeration Operator maintains and operates equipment at Simplot’s Grand Forks site, including air compressors, HVAC equipment, and the ammonia refrigeration system. The position also operates and maintains compressed air, HVAC and AMU units, low oxygen systems, and the fire protection system. The operator supports the plant’s process safety management system and works with minimal supervision. The role includes routine refrigeration operations and maintenance, troubleshooting a large ammonia facility, completing preventive maintenance, and maintaining accurate refrigeration, fire protection, and cold storage records. The operator must follow safety procedures, including lockout/tagout requirements, and may perform duties during plant evacuations or other emergencies. The schedule is 7 a.m.–7 p.m. on a Pitman shift. The listed wage is $31.83 per hour.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 2.5 years of related experience and/or training in a maintenance, mechanical, refrigeration, or industrial environment.
- Basic knowledge of HVAC systems and equipment, including routine maintenance such as changing filters, replacing belts, and completing minor repairs.
- Working knowledge of refrigeration system fundamentals, including the refrigeration cycle.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on maintenance experience.
- Manual dexterity to safely use tools and perform equipment repairs.
- Ability to obtain CIRO certification within one year of hire.
- Two years of related industrial refrigeration experience or successful completion of a recognized boiler safety training program.
- Ammonia full-face gas mask certification is required for the associated duties.
Nice To Haves
- Current CARO certification.
- Current CIRO certification.
Responsibilities
- Perform refrigeration operational and maintenance duties at the Grand Forks site.
- Defrost freezer evaporators.
- Maintain the work area in a clean and functional condition.
- Complete assigned work orders.
- Perform assigned duties during plant evacuations and other emergencies, including monitoring the fire sprinkler system.
- Maintain accurate refrigeration logs, fire protection system data, and cold storage warehouse records.
- Troubleshoot the ammonia facility and complete related preventive maintenance work orders and tasks requiring two or more employees.
- Operate and maintain the compressed air system, HVAC and AMU units, low oxygen systems, and fire protection system.
- Support the continued progress of the plant process safety management system (PSM).
- Perform basic duties using an ammonia full-face gas mask; certification is required.
- Perform acetylene cutting and heating safely when repairing and fabricating equipment.
- Follow lockout/tagout procedures for electrical systems and valve shutoffs.
- Comply with company policies, procedures, and the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
- Attend and participate in appropriate training and apply acquired skills and knowledge.
- Maintain professional conduct and an appearance appropriate to the job function.
- Handle additional management-assigned accountabilities to meet operational and divisional standards.
- Follow safe work practices and policies to prevent injuries to self and others.
- Work with minimal supervision.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
