Refrigeration Technician

Position Overview

Keep our communities fed.

Our focus is simple but meaningful, from our distribution centers to our offices — every employee of C&S and their family of companies works to help feed local families, neighbors and communities.

Assist in overseeing the safe operation, daily monitoring and maintenance of large scale industrial anhydrous ammonia and R-22 refrigeration systems. Oversee the safe operation, daily monitoring and maintenance of industrial and office HVAC systems. Provide assistance to Manager of Facilities Maintenance to ensure assets (Refrigeration/HVAC/Electrical systems) are managed in accordance with the following: IIAR (International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration), ASHRE (American Society of HVAC and Refrigeration Engineers), ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers), EPA, OSHA and applicable State and Local Codes.

Job Description

• Benefits start on day one!

• Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm

• Check out a day in the life here: https://youtu.be/Rd-MsaDnXJE

​You Will Contribute By:

• Oversee Refrigeration, Electrical, and HVAC systems including monitoring and trending, troubleshooting, and repairs (Compressors, condensers, fans, healing, cooling, contactors, motors, microprocessors frequency drives, etc.). Conduct preventive maintenance (P.M.'s) within established timelines (Oil analysis, filter changes, calibration of sensors and transducers), and leak detection.
• Conduct required inspections and reporting, and implement energy management strategies as outlined by management or corporate refrigeration team. Ensure product integrity is maintained through temperature monitoring & control. Evaluate and report equipment condition. Provide clear and concise communication to Management, etc.
• Responsible for logging time and materials into the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) daily in the form of work orders, P.M.s, etc. Responsible for communication of all pertinent information regarding system operation and maintenance to departmental management and refrigeration teams. Responsible for housekeeping and clean up of refrigeration machine rooms, refrigeration maintenance areas, and all project areas daily. Required to interpret and understand plans and specifications, schematics operating and maintenance manuals, etc. for systems being overseen.
• Assist management in developing standard operating procedures, and assisting in the scheduling of repairs and maintenance for refrigeration and HVAC systems. Assist in managing outside mechanical and refrigeration contractors conducting service, repair and new contract work.
• This position will also assist the building and material handling equipment maintenance teams. Duties will include assisting in general building repairs, electrical troubleshooting and repairs, forklift repair and maintenance, changing and servicing lift batteries, and other general maintenance activities as designated by the Manager of Facility Maintenance.
• Oversee, maintain, and implement required documents pertaining to the PSM/RMP and all other regulatory programs as designated Manager/Supervisor of Facility Maintenance.

Environment

• Warehouse: Perishable Warehouse (28F to 60F)
• Warehouse: Freezer about -20° - 0°

Skills

• CFC Certification
• Glycol Systems, Computer systems operating platform, HAZMAT, Low Voltage Control Systems
• Site inspections, equipment inspections, mechanical repairs, and replacements, all of which require good mobility, physical exertion, walking, bending, reaching, climbing ladders, carrying tools and parts, etc.
• OSHA Good Manufacturing Processes, PSM, RMP.
• Candidate will obtain OSHA Level A Hazmat Certification (24 hours, Medical Certification) within 90 days of employment. They must also be able to wear a full-face air-purifying respirator and pass a fit test.
• Candidate must have or obtain RETA (CARO) Certified Assistant Refrigeration Operator) and (CIRO) Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator Certification as experience and certification level permits. This is a prerequisite to attain Refrigeration Technician Level Ill classification.
• Candidate must be willing to be on call for after-hours refrigeration issues.
• Review semi-annual service reports and make recommendations for corrective action of all action items.
• Assist the Corporate Refrigeration Team in annual capital budget planning.
• Problem-Solving: a) Assessment of issue and impact on business model b) Communicate issue and impact to Maintenance and Facility Management and Senior Director of Corporate Refrigeration c) Co-develop team and plan for immediate issue abatement and remediation d) Co-develop team and plan for final issue abatement and remediation including associated schedule and costs

Years Of Experience

• Education (Minimum Needed): Associate 2 years in HVACR
• Refrigeration/Electrical, Trade School Certification, or equivalent experience
• RETA - Certified Assistant Refrigeration Operator (CARO) Certification Required or equivalent experience
• 4 years in Refrigeration/Electrical/HVAC

We offer:

• Paid training

• Weekly Pay

• Benefits (medical, dental, vision)

• Company-matched 401k

• PTO and Holiday Pay offered

• Career Progression Opportunities

• C&S Offers $100 towards the purchase of safety shoes

• Employee Health & Wellness program

• Employee Discounts / Purchasing programs

• Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

Associate Degree - General Studies, KPIs, Safety & Sanitiation, Training & Development, Values & Teamwork, Warranty

Shift

1st Shift (United States of America)

Company

Hawaiian Housewares, LLC

About Our Company

Hawaiian Housewares, LLC is one of the largest wholesale grocery suppliers on the West Coast, and is one of many companies within the C&S Family of Companies, the largest wholesale grocery supply company in the U.S. and the industry leader in supply chain innovation. At Hawaiian Housewares, We Select the Best® & those with the motivation, pride, and drive to succeed in our fast-paced world.

Working Safely is a Condition for Employment with Hawaiian Housewares, LLC. Hawaiian Housewares, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. The Company provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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