Refrigeration Maintenance Technician

Capitol Distributing is the largest convenience wholesale distributor in Idaho. Founded in 1983, Capitol delivers to retailers across the Western United States from its 300,000 square foot distribution center in Caldwell, Idaho.Shift: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm.   The Role:  The Facility Refrigeration Specialist will safely maintain and optimize the performance of the ammonia refrigeration plant, as well as the building’s structure, supporting systems and grounds by performing repairs as needed and applying preventative maintenance as planned. Work with minimal supervision, provide training and clear instructions to others and trouble-shoot a variety of equipment-related problems.  The Facility Refrigeration Specialist must be able to work a flexible work schedule, overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary.  Core Responsibilities: Works as a team to ensure the facility is clean, safe, and functional.  Highly proficient in Ammonia systems, and knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM). Ensure the safe operation, maintenance, repair, and replacement of electrical and mechanical systems and equipment. Responsible for repairing and overhauling equipment, such as compressors, water pumps, air handlers, and electrical and mechanical control devices in a safe, efficient, and timely manner. Maintain an entire ammonia system to include valve gangs, evaporators, vessels, compressors, auto-purger, pumps, and other sub-assemblies related to the system. Provides general repair work on refrigeration, heating, and ventilation equipment, such as air conditioning units, evaporative condensers, banana room equipment, water pumps, gas furnaces, compressors, and electric motors in a safe and timely manner. Provides preventative maintenance activities by diagnosing equipment malfunction and any operating deficiency of the mechanical equipment to ensure quality work performance. Monitor and document maintenance schedules, repairs, replacement parts, and compliance records. Adhere to established preventative maintenance schedules. PLC Troubleshooting and/or programming Electrical controls, mechanical, pneumatics, wiring, instrumentation & Troubleshooting Pipe Fitting/Plumbing Lead safety initiatives by proposing policies and assisting in writing procedure manuals and trainings. Own communication of all appropriate information regarding system operation and maintenance to all department managers and leadership team. Performs other related duties as assigned to support production demands as may be specified by customer or client. Also, perform other related duties as required by management.     Preferred Experience: RETA Certifications; CARO Certified, CIRO and/or CRST preferred. High school diploma or equivalent. Technical school education preferred, but not required. 5 years of work-related experience with equipment repair and maintenance. Mechanical troubleshooting experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to stay productive and positive with minimal oversight.  The ability to work a flexible schedule, overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary. Bilingual with Spanish is a plus.     Physical Demands: The ability to stand, walk, and sit for prolonged periods of time. Additionally, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Heavy use of hands and arms to feel, lift, reach, & grip items as needed. Occasionally lift and/or move heavy objects up to 50-70 pounds. Occasionally be exposed to hot, cold, wet, and slippery conditions. Temperature fluctuations in different work areas vary between -20◦F to 100◦F. The employee must be comfortable with heights and have the ability to work safely while on scissor lifts, scaffolds, catwalks, and rooftops that exceed 45 feet in height. The employee must be able to wear personal protective gear throughout the day.  Benefits & Perks: 15 (120 hours) Days Paid Time Off Annually 8 Paid Company Holidays Annually 4% Company Match- 401k Retirement Plans Medical Benefits Plans & Health/Flex Saving Accounts Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance Jacksons & Extra Mile store discounts (10% off purchases, $.10 cents off fuel- per gallon) Annual $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement Scholarship and Financial Assistance Programs On Demand Pay & Pay-cards $500 Employee Referral Bonus Up to $2,000 a year in performance bonuses Annual Merit Pay Increases

Salary : $2,000 - $5,250