Refrigeration Tech Job @ Oklahoma

Position Summary The role of the Refrigeration Technician is to perform a variety of semiskilled duties on freon, carbon-dioxide, and ammonia gas-cooling systems. This position also supports and assistants the facility service department in the installation, maintenance and repair of industrial/mechanical equipment and machinery common to a USDA food processing facility. Essential Functions • Performs refrigeration operational and maintenance duties. • Performs defrost on all freezer evaporators as needed. • Ensures the accuracy of data reporting systems such as refrigeration logs, fire protection systems. • Works on trouble-shooting ammonia equipment, boilers, and other equipment as needed. • Responsible for preventative maintenance work orders as well as occasionally assist on work requests that require two or more employees as needed. • Operates and maintains the compressed air system, HVAC, as well as the Fire Protection System. • Plays a vital supporting role in the continued progress of the plant process safety management system (PSM). • Understands and utilizes lock/out tag out procedures both for electrical, mechanical, and valve shut off sequence for ammonia system. • Responsible for refrigeration repair and maintenance support to industrial refrigerated storage equipment. • Perform routine and emergency service on ammonia refrigeration equipment commonly found in industrial applications. • Use working knowledge of screw and reciprocal compressors, electrical troubleshooting all common types of ammonia central systems, & control/alarm systems to perform inspections and preventative maintenance as required. • Knowledge of controls and electrical systems (high and low voltage). • Evaluate customer needs and make recommendations for correction and/or improvement. • Complete all required paperwork in a timely and professional manner. • Mentor/train other maintenance technicians for refrigeration backup • Perform all work within the confines of safety rules and regulations. • Perform other duties as required or assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Ability to read, write, and speak English • Basic computer experience • Must be able to wear a respirator. • Ability to effectively manage time and complete delegated work within a specified timeframe • Ability to read and interpret EPA regulations • Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people • Ability to work within precise standards of accuracy • Ability and willingness to follow oral and written directions Education and Experience: • High school degree (or GED) required • Minimum of two (2) years of industrial refrigeration/ammonia / HVAC/R experience. • RETA 1&2 certification preferred, or willing to become certified. • Minimum of one (1) year experience with anhydrous ammonia (R717)