Refrigeration Mechanic-Plant 2 (Nights) - Livingston California

Company: Foster Farms
Location: Livingston, California
Posted On: 05/19/2024

Pay range: $27.75 to $46.25--an hour.Shifts: (4 days on/3 days off rotation)(Additional $1.00 per hour for hours worked between 7:00pm and 11:59pm. Additional $2.00 per hour for hours worked between 12:00am-4:59amMaintain and operate two stage ammonia systems, boiler systems, air systems, main water systems and their subsidiary equipment in a safe, efficient and competent manner.Diagnose and repair equipment.Ensure the continuous training and competency of all refrigeration technicians/ engineers.Conduct routine plant temperature checks and observe equipment operation to ensure all are within parameters and if not, act accordingly.Routine maintenance and repair decisions must be acted upon independently.In event of equipment malfunction, requires ability to make decisions on what level contact needs to be made (i.e. Supervisor, Loss Control, or if extreme emergency Fire Department).Purchase of equipment and equipment repair parts.Unscheduled shut down of equipment (excluding an emergency).Conduct preventive maintenance and re-build equipment as necessary.Troubleshoot and repair equipment.Insure all refrigeration equipment is functioning in a safe and optimal manner.Monitor and record all reading to document operation of the equipment and the system.-- Report any unresolved discrepancies immediately to the Refrigeration Lead or Supervisor.Train lower classification technicians.Help maintain and improve quality and food safety, to insure compliance with company quality standards and USDA regulatory requirements.Must be able to work with minimal supervision.Must have a minimum three (5) years on job experience in industrial--refrigeration, preferably with two stage ammonia systems.Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.Must be a trained First Responder
Level A suit qualified.Must be a trained Haz-Mat responder at 40-hour level.Must be certified in Confined Space training.Must be current on CPR/First Aid certification.Must be trained in lock-out tag-out and safe work practices.Must have proven ability to understand refrigeration blueprints, PHA s, SOP s as well as knowledge of completion of MOC s as certified by Maintenance Management.Must be able to interpret and identify valves and equipment using P&ID s.Must have proven experience in ammonia system pump-downs and repairs.Must be able to monitor and identify abnormal operating pressures, temperatures and conditions within the Refrigeration system and make adjustments or repairs to correct any issues.Must have proven knowledge of chemical testing for cooling towers and ammonia system contaminants.Must have proven knowledge of air compressor systems as certified by Maintenance Management.Must have proven knowledge of industrial refrigeration systems as certified by RETA at the Certified Assistant Refrigeration Operator (CARO) level.Must have current RETA certification at the Certified Assistant Refrigeration Operator (CARO) level.Must have proven knowledge of refrigeration electrical control system troubleshooting as certified by in house Electrical Technician.Must have proven knowledge to include theory, operation, and troubleshooting of two stage ammonia systems.Must be able to bend, stoop walk and stand for prolonged periods of time.Must be able to climb and work from ladders and in confined spaces safely.Must be able to work from high altitudes, catwalks and roofs.Must be able to lift over 50 pounds.Must be able to work on wet concrete floors.Must be able to work overtime, weekends and times dictated by production equipment requirements/needs.Must be able to submit and pass a criminal background check.Must have working knowledge of HVAC systems and possess a EPA 608 Type II and III or Universal certification. More...

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