What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanic Refrigeration position at Mountaire Jobs?
Advance your career with Mountaire Farms, Inc. We are the 4th largest chicken company in the US. We employ over 10,000 people who process over 3 billion pounds of chicken a year. Come and be part of our high performing team. We welcome Tech School Grads! We are seeking to develop Industrial Ammonia Refrigeration Technicians within your first 3 years of employment, preparing you for a Certified Assistant Refrigeration Operator (CARO) Level1 and/or a Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator (CIRO) Certification • Looking for a stable company with a dedicated team? • Wanting some extra OT hours? Sign on bonus offered!
Duties/Activities Required by Job
- Handles basic routine refrigeration preventative maintenance and repair.
- Complete work orders as assigned.
- Set up/tear down/adjust equipment.
- Respond to breakdowns, assess and coordinate proper resources to address problem
- Adhere to all safety requirements, including PPE, preventing and reporting unsafe acts and conditions. Lock out Tag out procedures and Process Safety Management related matters.
Educations/Experience Requirements
- Associate degree and/or Technical School course completion/certifications required.
- Refrigeration Operator Class 1 license, or RETA Certification and Basic Electrical 1 & 2 will be considered and/or must be obtained within 6 months of initial hire date.
- Basic computer skills and the ability to work independently are also required for this position.
- Preference will be given to candidates with a certification or degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance and/or related college or technical level course work.
- Must be willing to work 5:00pm - 5:00am and some Saturdays.
- Perform General Physical Activities requiring considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
- Able and willing to lift between 40 - 60lbs.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time.
- Ability to work in extreme cold/hot environments.
- Able to perform strenuous work in wet/damp environments.
#LI-FR1