Refrigeration Technician III

GRIFOLS, S.A.•CA-Los Angeles, CA

2d•$43 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

Refrigeration Technician will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment. Technicians will be able to identify and resolve equipment problems.

Requirements

Associates degree in a relevant technical field.
6 years of related industrial or commercial experience in maintenance of HVAC / Refrigeration equipment, preferably in a pharmaceutical, GMP, or FDA regulated environment.
Universal Refrigeration Certification is required.
Responsible for providing training to entry level technicians
Strong understanding in low and medium temperature Refrigeration & Air Conditioning applications, and repair/ maintenance of HVAC / Refrigeration systems.
Decent understanding of cGMPs, FDA regulations, and industry guidelines.
Skilled in soldering or brazing pipe/tubing fittings.
Skilled in using tools and equipment used in the HVAC / Refrigeration field.
Skilled in repairing and rebuilding machinery or mechanical equipment.
Skilled in troubleshooting, identifying and resolving equipment problems.
Demonstrate decent mechanical aptitude.
Skilled in reading and understanding mechanical and electrical drawings, Piping and Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID) drawings and schematics.
Solid knowledge of safe and proper use of hand, power and measuring tools, as well as basic shop equipment.
Skilled in reading and interpreting equipment performance data.
Must be proactive, results oriented, and have strong attention to detail.
Self-starter with strong work ethic and the ability to exercise good judgment.
Strong multi-tasking skill and can effectively prioritize, manage multiple tasks to meet targeted deadlines.
Comfortable in interacting with personnel at all levels in a team environment.
Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
Basic computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Must be flexible with working hours / shifts in order to accommodate the 24 hour, 7 day plant operation.

Nice To Haves

Assume responsibilities of team leader during the absence of team leader and/ or supervisor
Specific experience with SAP & AMMS is preferred.

Responsibilities

Improve, repair, rebuild and perform preventive maintenance on all HVAC/R equipment as well as all plant auxiliary systems connected to HVAC/R systems
Perform pipe fitting, welding, and trouble shoot electrical control circuits.
Dismantle, inspect, and fix various type of filter compressors, Carrier, Copeland, York, Frick, and Trane
Rebuild pumps, valves, and blowers.
Make repairs to systems by changing motors, replace bearings, belts, filter and charge refrigeration systems
Work closely with lead mechanic and supervisor, keeping them informed of maintenance activities, progress of jobs, issues and concerns
Perform daily activities including PM’s, Emergency Repair and Corrective Maintenance work
Work with manufacturing departments to coordinate work as needed and must be responsive to critical manufacturing needs in a timely manner.
Proactively perform diagnostic beyond basic PM’s to identify possible source of system problems
Follow SOP, Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams, job plans and/or equipment manuals to perform w
Use a Computerized Maintenance Management System to document work activities
Adhere to cGMP, Safety, Environmental, and Maintenance procedures
Assist with modification, installation and start up of new and existing HVAC equipment