Refrigeration Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

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Our team members receive industry-leading wages and are eligible for great benefits packages:  

• Competitive Starting Pay - $36.10/ hour – 37.60/hour
• Sign-On Bonus - $2,500
• Comprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits, and More 
• Open to moving? We will help! Ask about our Relocation Assistance packages! 

In addition, we offer opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance. 

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

The Refrigeration Maintenance Technician will monitor, maintain, and repair ammonia refrigeration equipment.

Responsibilities and tasks are written as follows:

Core Responsibilities

• Have or be able to attain ammonia certification within the first year of employment. 
• Demonstrate strong safety leadership skills and follow safe work practices
• Work as part of a team to plan and conduct equipment repairs
• Conduct routine audits and equipment inspections
• Demonstrate troubleshooting abilities
• Maintain open and professional line of communication with operations
• Respond to unplanned/emergency work requests in a timely & effective manner
• Follow food safety and good manufacturing practices
• Be highly motivated and able to work independently

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.

• Industrial maintenance experience should include comprehensive knowledge in three or more of the following areas: 
  • RETA Certification
  • Ammonia Refrigeration
  • Engine & Boiler systems
  • Electricity & motor controls
  • Controls & instrumentation
  • PLC/software & hardware
  • Pneumatics & Hydraulics
  • Mechanical systems
  • Predictive/Predictive maintenance
  • Maintenance Planning
  • Site utilities
  • System analysis & troubleshooting
  • Pipefitting & welding
  • Machining
  • Metal fabrication

• Basic computer skills and the ability to work independently are also required for this position. 
• Preference will be given to candidates with a certification or degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance and/or related college or technical coursework. 
• Excel in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while maintaining a respectful and team-oriented approach.
• Ability to operate a forklift, genie lift or scissor lift or other powered industrial trucks (PIT).
• Demonstrated ability to build positive working relationships and contribute to a supportive and productive work environment with all levels of team personnel, including outside contractors.

• 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 environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

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.

• The majority of the time is spent in the plant environment and will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.
• Requires frequent standing, walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and the ability to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Loud noise levels require hearing protection; vision requirements include close, distance, and adjustable focus.

IndSPR-M/E

Relocation Package Available Yes

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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