HVAC - Refrigeration and Facilities Technician

Description

The Refrigeration and Facilities Technician is responsible for ensuring the proper functioning of all refrigeration equipment including compressors, cooling towers, and roof top units. This technician will also be responsible for facilities work to include, but not limited to, lighting, plumbing, soft water systems, and boiler/steam systems. All duties will be completed with the highest safety, quality and GMP. 

                                                        ********* AMMONIA EXPERIENCE PREFFERED *********

· Perform installation, alteration, and preventative maintenance of refrigeration systems and related equipment.

· Troubleshoot and repair all mechanical and electrical equipment involved with the Ammonia refrigeration system and roof top units. 

· Assist in the Preventative Maintenance Program using work orders and documenting work performed on equipment to maintain operation.

· Maintain all documentation related to refrigeration, water, and chemical usage as necessary.

· Adjustment equipment in a Safe Manner as needed during production.

· Work with Maintenance Coordinator to establish schedule for the replacement of parts without disrupting process unless repair cannot be performed safely.

· Maintain Bakerly facilities to include but not limited to lighting, plumbing, painting, and facility repairs. 

· Utilize established PM and repair policies and procedures to return equipment to full operational status.

· Read and understand technical drawings (e.g., blueprints, electronic/mechanical schematics) to repair/maintain equipment.

· Troubleshoot complex problems with equipment where the repair is not immediately visible or obvious.

· Work with operations, contractors, and other technicians to support the facility in the repair and maintenance of equipment.

Utilize Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to understand workload and record actions (e.g., workorders, asset/labor history, inventory usage, record work  

· history, identify parts usage, identify warranties) and to perform work in a timely and effective manner.

· Communicate with (or to) individuals or groups verbally and/or in writing (e.g., management, team, associates)

· Operate material handling equipment, moving machinery, and other powered equipment as necessary to the job function.

· Adhere to Bakerly’s safety policies and procedures.

· Adhere to Bakerly’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

· All other duties as assigned by leadership.

Requirements

· 3 years’ experience plus of ammonia-based refrigeration systems. Formal training through work experience and/or from a trade school or technical college.

· Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.

· Experience with air compressors and associated control systems.

· Experience with boilers, steam generators and water softeners preferred.

· Excellent communication skills to ensure timely repairs of equipment and issues that arise.

· RETA 1 certification and EPA refrigeration license. 

· 3 years’ experience in industrial refrigeration (e.g., valve rebuilds, working with refrigeration systems)

· Ability to work in extreme temperatures, and around machinery and chemicals.

· Ability to meet strict deadlines.

· Ability to respond to continually changing priorities; both in and out of the department.

· Knowledge of FDA and OSHA regulations is a plus.

· Excellent communication skills 

· Good organizational skills

· Excellent multitasking and time management skills.

· Capability of continuously observing and evaluating operations to identify problems and/or opportunities for improvement.

· Ability to work quickly and meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy.

· Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or climb (including stairs/ladders).

· Ability to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.

· Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

· Physical dexterity necessary to handle supplies, machine parts and tools. 

· Vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

The Maintenance Manager is the back up when the Refrigeration and Facilities Technician is absent.