Refrigeration Technician - Pay starts - $36 Ammonia Exp Req'd - Day Shift
About The Position
At The Coca-Cola Company’s Auburndale manufacturing plant, the Refrigeration Maintenance Technician II maintains and troubleshoots ammonia refrigeration, boiler, air, water, electrical, and related plant systems to support safe, reliable production. The role involves working with a skilled maintenance team and contributes to facility efficiency, equipment uptime, product quality, and environmentally responsible operations. The technician operates and maintains plant utility and production-support systems, uses computer-based monitoring and automation platforms and the CMMS, and contributes to Process Safety Management. The position also includes training and demonstrating safe maintenance practices, participating in the Hazardous Chemical Response Team, and traveling to other Coca-Cola facilities as required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED; equivalent technical experience may be considered.
- At least 5 years of industrial plant maintenance experience involving anhydrous ammonia refrigeration and/or HVAC systems.
- CIRO certification or higher, required within six months of hire.
- Ability to interpret and work from blueprints, schematics, and equipment specifications.
- Skill in diagnosing mechanical systems through auditory and visual inspection.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work on elevated surfaces and in temperature and noise extremes.
- Must pass annual physical and respiratory testing.
- Basic understanding of PLCs and experience troubleshooting PLC-controlled systems.
- Fluency in English, including ability to read, write, and understand technical and safety documentation.
- Willingness to work eight- or twelve-hour day or night shifts, including weekends, overtime, holidays, and plant shutdowns as production requires.
- Commitment to Coca-Cola safety and quality standards, including hazardous chemical handling procedures.
- Must be currently authorized to work in the United States full-time and must not require company sponsorship to continue working legally in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with boilers, compressed air up to 600 psi, wastewater treatment, water purification including RO and nano-filtration, electrical systems up to 460V, piping systems, and hydraulics.
- Skills or experience in electronic circuitry, equipment reliability, ISO 90001, leadership, manufacturing maintenance, Microsoft Office, robotics, Six Sigma, or the Waterfall Model.
Responsibilities
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot plant ammonia refrigeration systems safely and reliably.
- Maintain and repair boilers, condensate return systems, and steam distribution networks.
- Operate and troubleshoot water treatment systems, including nano- and reverse-osmosis filtration.
- Maintain compressed air systems up to 600 psi.
- Support HVAC, exhaust, and make-up air equipment.
- Maintain fire protection systems and comply with inspection and safety requirements.
- Restore electrical power and utilities, including 460 VAC distribution systems, following outages.
- Serve on the Hazardous Chemical Response Team and maintain readiness through drills and certifications.
- Use computer-based software and automation platforms for system monitoring and operational control.
- Contribute to the Process Safety Management program.
- Use the CMMS for work orders, maintenance history, and labor documentation.
- Train peers and new maintenance associates in technical skills and safety awareness.
- Demonstrate maintenance processes and safety protocols to visitors.
- Safely operate forklifts, Genie booms, and other plant equipment.
- Travel to other Coca-Cola facilities as required to support regional maintenance initiatives and knowledge sharing.
Benefits
- Continuous access to advanced training in manufacturing automation, refrigeration technology, and safety systems.
- Exposure to equipment and technology innovations across Coca-Cola’s regional production network.
- Opportunities to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
- A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
