Refrigeration Technician - 3rd Shift - Enid, OK (Enterprise)

Tyson Foods, Inc.•Enid, OK

8d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Refrigeration Technician, you will work cross-functionally across facility areas to maintain equipment and support team member safety through problem solving and proactive upkeep. The role operates in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities to develop refrigeration skills. With moderate supervision, you will support the safe and effective operation of ammonia refrigeration and HCFC systems, as well as hot water, compressed air, and steam systems. You will perform preventive maintenance, refrigeration repairs, emergency mechanical and electrical repairs, and troubleshoot plant equipment. You will also help minimize downtime caused by equipment and system failures. The position requires effective interaction with plant personnel and participation on the Emergency Response Team after passing the required physical and training for Emergency Responder Technician Level certification. The work environment includes noise requiring hearing protection, confined and elevated spaces, and temperatures that may range from -25 degrees to over 100 degrees inside the plant. Outside work may also be required. The successful candidate must be willing and able to perform the job’s physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of industrial/refrigeration experience or equivalent experience.
Basic computer skills to log information, process daily work orders, and complete required documentation; ability to learn and use a CMMS.
Ability to communicate effectively and perform basic math.
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 75 pounds occasionally and lift 20 pounds frequently.
Ability to stand on a hard surface for up to 12 hours per day.
Ability to work in confined and tall spaces; walk, climb, use a ladder, operate a lift, bend, and stoop.
Ability to perform repetitive gripping, pushing, and pulling and frequent overhead work.
Ability to work in plant temperatures ranging from -25 degrees to over 100 degrees; outside work may also be needed.
Ability to pass a HAZ-Mat physical and complete training for Emergency Responder Technician Level certification.

Nice To Haves

Industrial/refrigeration maintenance education, such as an industrial/refrigeration maintenance diploma or current enrollment in technical school.
Understanding of boiler theory and the basic eleven IIAR Basic NH3 Refrigeration schematics.

Responsibilities

Maintain ammonia refrigeration systems, HCFC systems, hot water systems, compressed air systems, and steam systems to support safe and effective operation.
Perform proactive maintenance and refrigeration repairs.
Perform emergency mechanical or electrical repairs and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic plant equipment.
Apply knowledge and troubleshooting skills to assigned production equipment and work effectively with plant personnel to meet plant and individual goals.
Read and interpret blueprints; repair air compressors; and evaluate pneumatic systems inspection procedures.
Help minimize downtime caused by equipment and system failures.
Pass the HAZ-Mat physical and required training to become certified as an Emergency Responder Technician Level, and participate on the Emergency Response Team.
Log information, process daily work orders, complete required documentation, and learn and use the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).