2nd Shift- Refrigeration Technician

Wayne Farms•Decatur, AL

6d•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 and 2 certified
Pass NOCTI HVAC/Refrigeration test, Level 3 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

Manage the operations of the ammonia refrigeration compressor room, following blueprints and diagrams to diagnose complex problems and repair units
Take and record required system readings; understand the implications of variances and report to appropriate personnel/leader
Identify root cause of complex mechanical issues with systems and repairs; notifies appropriate personnel
Perform predictive and preventative maintenance on compressors when needed and/or scheduled
Identify unsafe conditions; correct or report to appropriate personnel if unable to correct on own
Maintain a file of blueprints, operating manuals and procedures as needed
Assist in training entry level personnel
Works in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations
All other duties as assigned