Ammonia Refrigeration Mechanic

Summary: Industrial Refrigeration Maintenance and repairs, able to maintain, diagnose and repair the industrial refrigeration system and controls, along with other maintenance issues relating to hydraulic, electrical, welding, pipe fitting, machine installation, lights, plumbing, PM maintenance, and heating & air conditioning and all other equipment assigned to them. Also responsible for guiding and developing associates in the Building Maintenance positions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following, but not restricted to;

Observes mechanical devices in operation; listens to their sounds for proper operation or to locate any causes of trouble.

Properly service or perform preventative maintenance on the equipment or machines based on manufacture requirements or guidelines.Lubricates and cleans parts.Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts. Examines form and texture of parts to detect imperfections.

Inspects used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements. Adjusts functional parts of devices, control setpoints, and control instruments.

Repairs or replaces defective parts. Installs special functional and structural parts in devices. Starts devices to test their performance.

Sets up and operate industrial equipment and tools to make and repair equipment and install parts.

Maintain the appropriate service and repair documentation required by law and company policy for the refrigeration system.

Routinely inspect ammonia equipment for deficiencies and determine root cause

Lighting, plumbing, heating & air conditioning and all other equipment and PM Maintenance assigned to them.

Initiates purchase order for parts and machines.

Follows Company’s attendance policy

Follows Company’s safety policies and procedures

Other duties may be assigned.

Competency:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.

Customer Service - Responds promptly to customer needs; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming;

Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting;

Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations;

Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests.

Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability.

Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Conserves organizational resources.

Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values.

Motivation - Measures self against standard of excellence.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity - Completes work in timely manner; Works quickly.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments.

Initiative - Volunteers readily; Asks for and offers help when needed.

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 with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

Four year college, Technical or vocational school, or university program certificate; or a minimum of one year ammonia refrigeration experience or three years general commercial refrigeration experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Ability:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general professional journals, technical manuals

or procedures, or governmental regulations.Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, vendors and our customers.

Math Ability:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer knowledge and be able to learn and use the maintenance database software and other programs, such as; VLM, Word and Excel.

Certificates and Licenses:

Required:

EPA 608 Universal refrigeration certification.

Driver’s license

Preferred:

Industrial equipment certifications

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The associate is occasionally exposed to wet or hot and/or humid conditions (both in-doors and out-doors); extreme cold (both in-doors and out-doors) and risk of electrical shock.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The associate must regularly lift and /or move up to 100 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth Perception, color clarity, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the associate is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The associate is frequently required to stand; walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear and smell. The associate is occasionally required to sit.

After hours response: Associate must be able and willing to respond to emergency calls 24 hours a day / 7 days a week should the need arise.

Must be 18 years of age or older

Must abide by dress code

Must have and safely maintain their own tool set, appropriate for the job requirements