Industrial Refrigeration Mechanic

Position: Refrigeration Mechanic

Department: Refrigeration

Direct Supervisor: Refrigeration Maintenance Manager

Schedule: Tues- Sat; 7am-3:30pm (30-min lunch); OT as required. Schedule varies with operational demand of ammonia systems and staffing.

Compensation: $26.38-$34.38 per hour

Other Compensation: Discretionary Bonuses

Benefits: Employees (& qualifying family members) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our Company’s 401k plan. Both Pretax and Roth options are available. Employees are eligible for vacation. A Basic Costco Membership is offered annually.

Position Summary:

The Refrigeration Mechanic is responsible to ensure the mechanical integrity of the ammonia refrigeration system. This position reports directly to the Refrigeration Manager in performance of their duties.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
• Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
• Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
• Getting Information — observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
• Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
• Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
• Making Decisions and Solving Problems — analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Performing General Physical Activities — performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
• Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material — inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts and/or passenger vehicles. Braze or solder parts to repair defective joints and leaks.
• Open and close CA Rooms as directed following SOP protocols.
• Observe and test system operation, using gauges and instruments.
• Test lines, components, and connections for leaks.
• Dismantle malfunctioning systems and test components, using electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic testing equipment.
• Adjust or replace worn or defective mechanisms and parts, and reassemble repaired systems.
• Read blueprints to determine location, size, capacity, and type of components needed to build refrigeration system.
• Install wiring to connect components to an electric power source.
• Perform mechanical overhauls and refrigerant reclaiming.
• Cut, bend, thread, and connect pipe to functional components and water, power, or refrigeration system
• Respond to refrigeration alarms to identify, diagnose and correct system malfunctions and deficiencies.
• The certification and use of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) required.
• Other plant maintenance may be required of a general nature not specifically related to refrigeration duties.
• Adhere to good manufacturing practices, personal and work area hygiene & food safety standards and requirements.
• Follow all Plant Safety requirements and adhere to the Company Handbook.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:

• Work in controlled atmosphere storage rooms.
• Exposed to indoor and outdoor work environment ranging from hot to cold temperatures.
• Exposed to confined spaces and moderate amounts of ammonia and/or other chemical hazards.
• Must have good communication skills oral and written.
• Must be flexible and adaptable to constantly changing schedules.
• Excellent physical ability.
• Ability to lift, pull, and push.
• Ability to lift overhead.
• Good time management.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to give and receive direction.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of changing situations.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good problems solving and organizational skills.

Experience/Education:

• Prefer High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience with mechanical labor and/or refrigeration systems required. Some College or Trade School preferred.
• Certification in ammonia refrigeration (e.g., IIAR Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator) strongly preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $26.38 - $34.38 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $26 - $34