Industrial Refrigeration Technician

Job Description:

The Industrial Refrigeration Technician is responsible for the operation and maintenance of all plant centralized utility systems including anhydrous ammonia, high-pressure/low-pressure boilers, compressed air, heat trace, wastewater, fire, ammonia detection, PSM (Process Safety Management), electrical, air handling and dehumidification systems.

The Industrial Refrigeration Technician must have multi-craft skills (mechanical/control/electric) and be able to troubleshoot and make repairs to a wide variety of equipment safely and efficiently. The Industrial Refrigeration Technician is expected to complete preventative maintenance/planned work on equipment and identify/implement continuous improvement opportunities.

• A high school or trade school diploma or equivalent with coursework in math, science, mechanical and electrical drawing, and equipment schematics reading and interpretation.
• Must have or be willing to get a City of Chicago Stationary Engineers License.
• Must have or be willing to get RETA (CIRO/CAIRO) certifications.
• Must be willing to get all other licenses and certifications as required. Some travel is necessary.
• 5 years of experience and expertise with industrial anhydrous ammonia refrigeration systems and their associated equipment. We will consider having at least 5 years of demonstrated experience in industrial maintenance or industrial electrical or control systems instead of anhydrous ammonia experience.
• Manufacturing experience
• Position works some weekends and holidays.
• Must work well with others in a team environment.
• Must be able to wear an APR (Air Purifying Respirator)

• Responsible for maintaining and operating efficiently and safely the anhydrous ammonia system and all its associated equipment according to PSM. Operates and maintains steam, compressed air, heat trace, wastewater, glycol, water, and fire systems.
• Has the mechanical, electrical, and controls expertise to identify and repair equipment problems.
• Follow all Mars safety/lock-out tag-out procedures.
• Conducts routine audits of equipment.
• Maintains a professional and friendly line of communication with all associates and contractors.
• Inspects and monitors the condition of equipment.
• Identifies and follows up on improvement opportunities.
• Enters planned and unplanned work orders into SAP.
• Provide maintenance/project assistance during planned shutdowns.
• Provides preventative maintenance on anhydrous ammonia systems, steam systems, production-related HVAC systems, life safety systems, electrical systems, plumbing systems, and wastewater systems and recommends repair or replacement actions.
• Responds to emergency malfunction events, assess the situation, and take action to stabilize the situation to avoid further damage and safety risks. Documents and communicates off-normal incidents.
• Records time and materials expenditures in SAP.
• Active member of the PSM team.
• Following manufacturers and regulatory specifications. Reviews and updates building systems and equipment preventative maintenance schedules.
• Outstanding communication skills.
• The position follows regulatory compliance requirements, supports the Company and goal objectives, the department quality improvement and operating goals, and principles goals, individually and as an effective team member.

• Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by The Five Principles.
• Join a purpose-driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.