2nd shift Refrigeration Maint

2nd Shift Refrigeration Maint.

- Council Bluffs

There is potential to progress quickly within levels based on completed training and demonstrated skills on the job. This a 2nd shift position is required to work from 4:00pm – 4:00am.

This position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the refrigeration systems while maintaining a safe work environment and adhering to Tyson policies and procedures. Must be familiar with ammonia, plant ammonia systems, electrical refrigeration, and other industrial maintenance.

• The Tyson refrigeration mechanics monitor, operate, repair ammonia systems, and refrigeration equipment including but not limited to:
  Compressors, Evaporators, Condensers, Piping systems, Insulation systems and General equipment related to Ammonia systems.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and conduct safety checks throughout their area.
• Perform any other work as assigned by supervisor/manager
• Comply with all safety, food safety, GMP and SQF
• Prefer experience with plant compressed air system and all water supply systems (Ex: Chill water, hot water, city water, and glycol systems).
• Must be able to pass a basic physical and pass a pulmonary test (breathing test). You must be able to wear a Respirator (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus). Completion of respirator training certification will be required.
• Standing, walking, bending, stretching, pushing, and reaching are required in all areas, must be able to climb up/downstairs and ladders.
• Must be able to work in harsh environments for short periods of time (Ex: Heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, water, mud, etc.).
• Position requires the team member to move to different areas of the plant and deal with different temperatures and environment in accordance to where they are needed.
• Must have strong communication skills to be able to communicate with various members of management, Quality Assurance, vendors and USDA. The applicant must be able to understand technical training manuals.
• Must be able to read, write, and use math skills in order to complete necessary paperwork.
• Must be able to work competently and efficiently with little or no supervision.
• Must be able to work overtime and/or weekends as needed.
• Must be willing work other shifts to cover for vacation, training, and special projects, etc.

• Refrigeration or Process Safety Management (PSM) experience is preferred not required. Experience or education on any refrigeration system is a plus, with a willingness to learn the ammonia refrigeration trade. Must have a minimum of (6) months of continuous work experience in maintenance with a single employer within the last (12) months or currently attending/graduated from an industrial maintenance training program in the last (3) years.