Vir Healthway
Council Bluffs, IA
Shift: Full-time
[Source: Jobilize] Job Title: Refrigeration Maintenance Tech Job Type: FT/Permanent Job Location: Council Bluffs, IA POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the refrigeration systems while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering policies and procedures. Must be familiar with ammonia, plant ammonia systems, electrical refrigeration, and other industrial maintenance. RESPONSIBILITIES: The refrigeration mechanics monitor, operate, repair ammonia systems, and refrigeration equipment including but not limited to: Compressors, Evaporators, Condensers, Piping systems, Insulation systems and General equipment related to Ammonia systems.Conduct preventative maintenance and conduct safety checks throughout their area.Perform any other work as assigned by supervisor/managerComply with all safety, food safety, GMP and SQFPrefer experience with plant compressed air system and all water supply systems (Ex: Chill water, hot water, city water, and glycol systems).Must be able to pass a basic physical and pass a pulmonary test (breathing test). You must be able to wear a Respirator (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus). Completion of respirator training certification will be required.Standing, walking, bending, stretching, pushing, and reaching are required in all areas, must be able to climb up/downstairs and ladders.Must be able to work in harsh environments for short periods of time (Ex: Heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, water, mud, etc.).Position requires the team member to move to different areas of the plant and deal with different temperatures and environment in accordance to where they are needed.Must have strong communication skills to be able to communicate with various members of management, Quality Assurance, vendors and USDA. The applicant must be able to understand technical training manuals.Must be capable to read, write, and use math skills in order to complete necessary paperwork.Must be able to work competently and efficiently with little or no supervision.Must be able to work overtime and/or weekends as needed.Must be willing work other shifts to cover for vacation, training, and special projects, etc.REQUIREMENTS: Refrigeration or Process Safety Management (PSM) experience is preferred not required.Experience or education on any refrigeration system is a plus, with a willingness to learn the ammonia refrigeration trade.Must have a minimum of (6) months of continuous work experience in maintenance with a single employer within the last (12) months or currently attending/graduated from an industrial maintenance training program in the last (3) years.