Boiler Refrigeration Technician - 1st Shift

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SUMMARY:

The Boiler Refrigeration Technician is responsibile for maintaining and troubleshooting the steam, air, water, drainage, and refrigeration systems. In addition to these skills, this individual will be responsible for safe and compliant operation of refrigeration, ammonia, HVAC and engine room processes. The employee would as function as a member of the HAZMAT/Process Safety Management Team.

The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.

Core Responsibilities

• Operate boiler system, ammonia refrigeration system, air compressors and wastewater treatment system

• Follow written and verbal procedures to comply with company and governmental regulations

• Work as a member of a round-the-clock team utilizing written, verbal and email communication

• Read, record, and interpret data from gauges, computer programs and measurement equipment

• Enter and retrieve information from a computer system; Microsoft Word/Excel, SAP, and Internet

• Perform preventative maintenance tasks and inspections on all associated systems.

• Perform basic mechanical repairs on all associated systems, (i.e., fans, pumps, valves, and motors)

• Effectively troubleshoot the systems both mechanically and electrically.

• Utilize schematics to aid in troubleshooting.

• Follow PPE requirements to work with hazardous chemicals, (i.e., acids, bases, anhydrous ammonia)

• Ability to operate a forklift, genie lift or scissor lift or other powered industrial trucks (PIT).

• Perform water testing for boiler and refrigeration system

• Maintain and clean equipment and area

• Provide feedback to help improve systems

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. 

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 1+ years of related experience and/or training in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing environment; or 4 years’ direct experience in an industrial mechanical maintenance or food manufacturing maintenance environment.
• Ability to work with or without supervision.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Effectively utilize measuring equipment
• Knowledge of electrical and plumbing a plus
• Prior experience reading schematics and hydraulic drawings, (Preferred)
• May be required to work long hours and weekends
• Ammonia operator I, II, III, RETA, PSM, Boiler I, II and license (Any preferred)
• Capable of meeting the physical requirements of HAZMAT Technician.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.  
• Must be able to perform studies on the production floor and cooler areas, working temperatures ranging from -40 to 90 degrees Fahrenheit and in constant noise, exposure to fumes, dust, mechanical, electrical and safety hazards.
• Noise level in the work environment is moderate but can be loud if in the plant areas.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces
• Must be able to work at elevated heights
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds utilizing the buddy system or specifically designed lifting devices.

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Relocation Package Available No

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.

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