• Refrigeration Technician 2

    Florida's Natural GrowersUmatilla, FL 32784

    Job #2619134002

  • REFRIGERATION TECHNICIAN 2
    JOB ID 23-126
    Job Type
    • Full time
    • Days, 8 to 12 hours shifts
    • 5 to 7 days per week
    • $25.50 to $28.28, hourly rate
    • Umatilla
    What you'll do
    • Operate and perform minor maintenance on all ammonia refrigeration equipment for FNG's processing, manufacturing, and storage facilities.
    • Must be able to climb, crawl and stoop.
    • Must be able to work unassisted.
    • Must be able to work in hot, humid, cold and damp environments.
    • Must be able to lift/move loads requiring up to 50 lbs. Must be able to work in high places, in acrid atmospheres, and on any days or during any hours required for production.
    • Open valves on equipment such as compressors, pumps, and condensers to prepare the system for operation and start equipment and auxiliary equipment. (Must be capable of instructing Tech. 1's and Trainee's in theory and operation of FNG Industrial Ammonia plant operation and maintenance.)
    • Must be able to collect data from operating machinery and assist team in interpreting same to determine corrections and adjustments that may be required for safe operation and maintenance of said machinery.
    • Adjust controls to isolate and clear broken lines for repairs or to shut down equipment.
    • Clean evaporative condensers.
    • Perform housekeeping in and around work areas to maintain a clean working environment.
    • Load and unload ammonia from the refrigeration system as per FNG's refrigeration operating procedures.
    • Knowledge of FNG Safety Rules and observation of the safety rules.
    • Work as a team member to efficiently maintain steam production.
    • Gather/interpret data and generate daily/monthly reports.
    • Collect boiler/feed water samples, perform analysis and make adjustments for chemical feed to maintain specified ranges.
    • Maintain housekeeping standards and preservation of all equipment and systems.
    • Assist Supervisor and Foreman as required.
    • Maintain plant fuel systems and inventories.
    • Participate in PSM, MOC, team meetings as required.
    • Actively participate in the plant safety programs.
    • Regular attendance required.
    • Must interact cordially with co-workers.
    • Perform any other duties assigned.
    What we're looking for
    • High school diploma or GED required. Must have or acquire within 12 months a RETA Industrial Refrigeration Operator Certification (CIRO).
    • Scores of 70% or higher on Mechanical Aptitude and Arithmetic tests are required.
    • Must have a minimum of three years outside experience in ammonia refrigeration OR must have progressed through the FNG Refrigeration Technician 1 position and have passed the Refrigeration Technician 2 Promotion Test.
    • Requires experience in the operation and maintenance of industrial boilers (fire tube preferred), pre-treatment systems and support systems.
    • Must exhibit leadership skills, self-motivation, good communication skills, clear and concise two-way radio communication skills.
    • Must be able to work with minimal supervision and be able to use sound reasoning to make timely decisions affecting facility safety and production.
    • Must have or obtain and maintain certification of Hazmat Technician level training and pass medical screening.
    • Must be willing and able to respond to ammonia releases and participate in release mitigation procedures as an ERT member.
    • Must be willing and able to don an SCBA and Level A Chemical suit as a member of the Refrigeration ERT to assist in mitigation of hazardous chemical releases or spills.
    • Must be able to work in hot, humid and noisy environments.
    • Must be able to climb stairs and ladders, stoop and work in confined spaces.
    • Due to the significant amount of steps/stairs contained in our production facility, employees must have the ability to navigate steps/stairs in a safe manner.

    Compensation details: 25.5-28.28 Hourly Wage


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