Refrigeration Technician

Case Farms, Inc.•Dudley, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Refrigeration Technician is responsible for performing routine maintenance on a variety of industrial systems including ammonia compressors, air compressors, steam boilers, hot water systems, HVAC equipment, and associated controls. This role requires the ability to read schematics and P&ID drawings, understand various operating procedures, and perform basic fabrications. The technician will also be responsible for safely isolating and pumping down system sections, performing line-opening procedures, and receiving or transferring ammonia. While formal training in ammonia refrigeration is preferred, on-the-job training and schooling will be provided to qualified candidates. The role involves basic mechanical troubleshooting, repairs, and minor fabrications as part of the maintenance team.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent.
Must have at least 2 years of experience in industrial refrigeration.
Must have 1 year of experience in electronics and PLC controls.
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
Experience in ammonia or freon refrigeration, boiler operations, and/or compressed air.
Ability to work various shifts or work overtime as needed.
Candidate must have their own tools; tool allowance provided.

Nice To Haves

Formal Training in Ammonia Refrigeration is preferred.
CFC/EPA Certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance on ammonia compressors, air compressors, ammonia liquid pumps, ammonia system controls, refrigeration system condensers, air system drying equipment, and air system controls.
Perform routine maintenance on Miura Steam Boilers and associated equipment, Hot Water Systems, HVAC Equipment, Air Compressors, Auger Chillers, Water Pumps, along with all support and building services.
Ability to read schematics, as-built drawings, and P&ID Drawings.
Ability to read as well as understand instructions for a broad range of mechanical, electronic, electrical, manual, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Perform basic fabrications as needed.
Safely isolate and pump down any section of all systems, and perform line-opening procedures.
Receive or transfer ammonia in all plant systems.
As part of the maintenance mechanics, the team associate will be required to perform basic mechanical troubleshooting, repairs, and minor fabrications as needed.