REFRIGERATION TECHNICIAN

Company: Morales Group Staffing
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: October 30, 2024

Job Description:

Job Title: Refrigeration Technician
Pay Rate: $29-$37.00/hr., depending on experience
Location: Indianapolis, IN

This Refrigeration Technician position is responsible for overseeing the safe operation, daily monitoring and maintenance of the plant utilities equipment including but not limited to: An ammonia refrigeration system, boilers, water treatment systems, cooling towers and pumps, NH3 and compressed air compressors, HVAC systems, air dryers, freezers, rapid roll-up doors, hot water generating equipment, potable and non-potable water systems, sanitary and storm water systems, chillers and distribution systems, structural upkeep of the building including roof. This position requires frequent interaction with various employees in the maintenance department as well as employees from other departments. This position provides assistance to the Maintenance Manager to ensure assets are managed in accordance with IIAR, ASHRE, ASME, EPA, OSHA and applicable state and local codes. Ability to demonstrate a high skill level of utility generating equipment listed above with a focus on ammonia (NH3) refrigeration experience and PSM compliance, a mechanical proficiency in troubleshooting, repairing, and operating a complete plant system.
Primary Activities

• Working and considering Safety as a primary responsibility
• Ensure that assigned machinery runs without issue
• Complete assigned PM's
• Monitor the performance of the ammonia refrigeration system
• Analyze system data and trending data to determine the need for increased maintenance frequencies
• Document Contractor activity as it pertains to the refrigeration system Support the maintaining of the PSM Program
• Participate as a member of the Emergency Response Team
• Provide training to the Maintenance Technicians on the operation of the Refrigeration System
• Other Duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Strong working knowledge of and work history with Ammonia refrigeration systems
  • Excellent communication and coaching skills
  • Detail oriented and organized
  • Proficient computer skills in spreadsheets; data bases and word processing
  • Excellent technical knowledge of equipment, products, and processes
  • Self-motivated, results orientated and excellent personal skills
  • Strong knowledge in Maintenance and Reliability
    Requirements
    
    Hours:
    5am -5pm or
    5pm-5am
    2/2/3 schedule rotates to 1 weekend day
    
    The candidate must have a minimum of 5 years of experience operating industrial ammonia refrigeration system including: Multi-stage Ammonia Compression Systems
    • Understanding and troubleshooting Complex Electrical Control Systems (GES or Frick) Liquid Recirculation Systems
    • Ability to Interpret Piping and Instrumentation Drawings
    • Screw compressors
    • Evaporative Condensers
    • Room Cooling Evaporators
    • Knowledge of safety criteria for Ammonia Systems based in IIAR Standards
    • Boiler Operations and Inspections
    • Facilities Plumbing and Pipefitting
    • Air Compressor and Air Dryer maintenance Rapid Roll door operations
    • Dock loading/Unloading doors and levelers
    • Lock Out/Tag Out programs
    • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
    • Hazardous Communications
    • Must understand and be able to explain the physics of the refrigeration cycle. Minimum Job Requirements: Education/Certifications:
      High School diploma or GED required.
      Associate degree in HVACR, Refrigeration/Electrical, RETA and CIRO certificates, Trade School Certification, or equivalent is strongly preferred.
      
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