Refrigeration Tech 3

Primary Responsibility:

Under minimal supervision work independently performing advanced refrigeration maintenance and repair throughout the warehouse. Provide maintenance support as necessary to ensure operational objectives are met. Other areas of knowledge including but not exclusive to: mechanical electrical hydraulic pneumatic PLC fabrication and welding ammonia and plumbing. Will direct and oversee the work of contractors on occasion.

Essential Functions:

Defines and sets up ideal operational settings and parameters for all refrigeration equipment (i.e. superheat regulators pressure settings defrost cycles etc.) Proactively monitor system performance and take appropriate actions to ensure that the system is operating optimally.

Pumps out/evacuates refrigerant as necessary for component level replacement and/or repair. Provides in depth troubleing of refrigeration electrical mechanical and controls systems to root cause and recommends corrective action.

Performs calibrations (slide valve potentiometers RTDs pressure transducers etc.) Replaces components within the refrigeration system with safe LOTO procedures and in accordance with PSM program.

Performs both routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various types of warehouse equipment in accordance with OSHA Standards.

Participates in Maintenance/Refrigeration/Energy Excellence implementation and sustainment of clients Operating System.

Shares knowledge and ists in the training and development of less experienced technicians Inspects and reviews in progress and completed work of internal and external technicians for compliance and quality control. Conducts test of safety equipment to ensure OHSA and operational standards.

Maintains accurate preventive and predictive maintenance records within the CMMS System.

Keeps work area and tools 6Sd (well maintained clean organized etc.) and performs housekeeping duties as required.

Performs related work and other job ignments as required.

Qualifications & Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.

5 years Industrial Refrigeration maintenance experience which must include ammonia refrigeration.

Completion of RETA Operator 1 & 2 courses preferred. In lieu of RETA course successful completion of industry recognized Industrial Ammonia Refrigeration training (Stellar Frick GCAP/Lanier or employer comparable training program) equivalent in scope will be considered.

RETA CIRO certification preferred.

Required to successfully complete igned Industrial Refrigeration and MechanicalElectrical courses.

Troubleing and repairs with differing control systems ALTA/Allen Bradley etc.

Required to be trained in HAZMAT obtain and maintain the certification.

Computerized Maintenance Management System experience preferred.

Basic computer ss required (email internet searches basic data entry etc.).

Microsoft Office Suite knowledge.

Knowledge Ss and Abilities:

Fully competent in mechanical knowledge (all level 3 requirements).

Requires strong communication and interpersonal ss.

Mathematical and doentation ss necessary.

Ability to work with hands in mechanically oriented situations.

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Must be able to work unsupervised.

Proficient use of testing equipment.

Must be able to work flexible shifts if required including on call.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfully

perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable

individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

May be required to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures of 20 degrees

Fahrenheit and outside ambient temperatures (including heat cold and precipitation).

Must be able to work at heights in excess of 35 ft. and be able to access elevated platforms and catwalks

Must be able to climb ladders and stairs.

Frequently required to stand; walk; push; pull; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel; and crouch

Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Must be able to use hand and power tools.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision and depth

perception. Either naturally or with the aid of eye gles (use of contacts are prohibited when working with ammonia).

Able to work nights and weekends.

Able to p a physical and respiratory exam.

Americold is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

EOE/AA M/F/D/V DFW.

Remote Work :

No