Refrigeration Technician-Lead

Primarily responsible for maintaining, operating, inspecting, and repairing various types of ammonia refrigeration equipment for a poultry processing plant. Performs preventative and predictive maintenance; periodically tests and inspects to verify equipment is operating within manufacturer’s specifications and tolerances; troubleshoots equipment problems and repairs as needed. Performs all work in compliance with company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations

• →Independently manage the daily operations of the ammonia refrigeration compressor room; follow blueprints and diagrams to diagnose complex problems and repair units
• →Take and record required system readings, understand the implications of variances; report to appropriate personnel/leader
• →Identify root cause of complex mechanical system issues and repair or notify appropriate personnel if unable to complete
• →Perform routine predictive and preventative maintenance on equipment as needed and/or scheduled   
• →Identify unsafe conditions; corrects or reports to appropriate personnel if unable to correct on own
• →Direct the work of others and is a “go-to” for questions and concerns in relation to task performance in the absence of supervisor or superintendent at their direction
• →Verify blueprint and operating manuals and procedures are current as needed
• →Train entry level personnel
• →Work in compliance with all company policies, NCC Animal Welfare Guidelines and local, state and federal policies, laws and regulations
• →All other duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• NOCTI HVAC/Refrigeration test Level 1, 2 and 3 certified
• Pass NOCTI HVAC/Refrigeration test, Level 4 required

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in running, maintaining and repairing ammonia refrigeration equipment
• Intermediate math and computer skills
• Expert knowledge and understanding of all functions and components of ammonia refrigeration equipment
• Thorough knowledge of relevant electrical and general mechanical systems
• Ability to work unsupervised and self-motivate
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended shift hours
• Sound work ethic, honesty and moral character

• Follow departmental and company safety policies and programs
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times in areas where required.)

• Stand up to 8 hours.
• Lift up to 60 lbs.
• May be exposed to heat (99ºF, 37ºC) and cold (45ºF, 4ºC)
• Exposure to wet and dusty environment.
• Frequently reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling and crawling.
• Roll and push buggies (~1,000 lbs.)
• Work around raw, live animal odors