JOB DESCRIPTION
Ensure proper operation, maintenance and repair of all aspects of the ammonia system except for major repairs and renovations. Maintain operational parameters and control operating costs. Exhibit general maintenance knowledge and provide service to all aspects of the facility and coordinate with management on the safety of all associates and the community in the event of an emergency involving federal regulated processes. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Troubleshoot, repair, operate the complete cold storage facility system and ensure 100% accuracy
- Communicate/educate all associates to ensure a safe working environment, eliminate equipment downtime, prevent potential ammonia releases
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- Conduct routine inspections of ammonia system and address all maintenance needs
- Obtain/monitor operational set points, control points and daily events related to hazardous materials/refrigeration
- Create an environment of continuous improvement, quality and efficiency by frequently auditing jobs
- Service, repair, adjust and test machines, devices, moving parts and equipment that operate on mechanical principles
- Service, repair, calibrate, regulate, fine-tune or test machines, devices and equipment that operate on electrical or electronic principles
- Possess general maintenance knowledge and ability to properly repair/maintain all equipment and facility
- Work with management to determine root causes for damage/maintenance and recommend changes in procedure/training
- Develop a preventative maintenance culture that protects company assets and avoids reactionary crisis management
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment/determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed
- Promote safe work habits and a safe work environment that promotes zero accident rates
- Track all costs related to the operation and maintenance of the ammonia system, operate at or below budgeted levels
- Create and maintain a library of blueprints, operating manuals, proper operating procedures and data for accurate reference
- Take ownership of process safety management (PSM) and risk management programs (RMP)
- Develop/train junior ammonia technicians
- Maintain high company standards of professionalism
- Create a competitive, responsive and informed workforce through good communication and involvement with the maintenance department
- Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide feedback to direct reports
- Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum
- High School Diploma or GED
- 4+ years continual ammonia maintenance experience; excellent mechanical skills
- Demonstrate a high level of troubleshooting, comprehension and operational experience
- Certified assistant refrigeration operator (CARO) & Certified industrial refrigeration operator (CIRO)
- Complete Operator I, II, & III training
- Must have a high skill level in ammonia refrigeration operation/maintenance
- Strong experience in process controls and electrical fields
- Excellent analytical, communication and mechanical skills
Desired
- Associate Degree
- 4+ years hands on refrigeration work
- 2+ years direct ammonia experience
- 5+ years maintenance experience
- Electric/general mechanical systems
- Proactive Maintenance Management
- Advanced training in refrigeration & controls
- PSM/RMP