Refrigeration Technician-Lead

Wayne Farms•St. Pauls, NC

29d•$36•Onsite

About The Position

Primarily responsible for maintaining, operating, inspecting, and repairing various types of ammonia refrigeration equipment for a poultry processing plant. Performs preventative and predictive maintenance; periodically tests and inspects to verify equipment is operating within manufacturer’s specifications and tolerances; troubleshoots equipment problems and repairs as needed. Performs all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
NOCTI HVAC/Refrigeration test Level 1, 2 and 3 certified
Pass NOCTI HVAC/Refrigeration test, Level 4 required
Minimum 3 years’ experience in running, maintaining and repairing ammonia refrigeration equipment
Intermediate math and computer skills
Expert knowledge and understanding of all functions and components of ammonia refrigeration equipment
Thorough knowledge of relevant electrical and general mechanical systems
Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate
Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours
Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character
Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in areas where required.)
Stand up to 8 hours.
Lift up to 60 lbs.
May be exposed to heat (99ºF, 37ºC) and cold (45ºF, 4ºC)
Exposure to wet and dusty environment.
Frequently reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling and crawling.
Roll and push buggies (~1,000 lbs.)
Work around raw, live animal odors

Responsibilities

Independently manage the daily operations of the ammonia refrigeration compressor room; follow blueprints and diagrams to diagnose complex problems and repair units
Take and record required system readings, understand the implications of variances; report to appropriate personnel/leader
Identify root cause of complex mechanical system issues and repair or notify appropriate personnel if unable to complete
Perform routine predictive and preventative maintenance on equipment as needed and/or scheduled
Identify unsafe conditions; corrects or reports to appropriate personnel if unable to correct on own
Direct the work of others and is a “go-to” for questions and concerns in relation to task performance in the absence of supervisor or superintendent at their direction
Verify blueprint and operating manuals and procedures are current as needed
Train entry level personnel
Work in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations
All other duties as assigned