Ammonia Refrigeration Technician

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Ammonia Refrigeration Technician - Dallas, Texas
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Overview: Large manufacturing plant in Dallas, TX is looking for a strong Ammonia Refrigeration Technician. Certificates such as CARO, RETA, Ammonia Operator 1, etc. are preferred.

Schedule and Compensation: Open to overtime; usually Monday–Saturday.

Shifts:

3rd shift, 9:30 PM – 6:00 AM. Pay: $31.50–$36.50 per hour (DOE).

Benefits: Benefits kick in after 30 days; 80% premium of employee and dependents paid. 1 week of PTO accrued.

Essential Functions:

• Operate and maintain boilers, air compressors, and ammonia-based refrigeration systems in a frozen food manufacturing plant.
• Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, mechanical and electrical repairs to ensure packaging, processing, and facility equipment operate at peak performance.
• Maintain accurate logs and documentation of operating conditions, system performance, and any issues encountered.
• Collaborate with team members and other departments to identify, communicate, and resolve problems.
• Ensure compliance with all company safety rules, GMPs, and USDA regulations.
• Safely and effectively maintain plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems through proper diagnosis, repair, and routine servicing.
• Assist with maintenance of production and processing machinery, mechanical equipment, and facility infrastructure.
• Repair and maintain pumps, conveyor systems, motors, and other equipment, following schematics, blueprints, manuals, or manufacturer specifications.
• Inspect, test, and evaluate machinery with operators to determine root causes of malfunctions.
• Conduct daily chemical testing, record results, and make system adjustments to maintain refrigeration and utility systems within established limits.
• Ensure safe, efficient operation of refrigeration, steam generation, and utility systems.
• Perform welding repairs on metal components and assist with equipment assembly.
• Work with PLC controls, VFD drives, and demonstrate proficiency in instrumentation.

Job Requirements &

Skills:

• Strong background in ammonia refrigeration, preferably in food manufacturing environments.
• 5–10 years of hands-on ammonia-based refrigeration experience preferred.
• Skilled in HVAC repair and maintenance.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team, adhering to Process Safety Management (PSM), company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Availability for 24/7 on-call support.
• Maintain documentation for preventive maintenance, in-house audits, and annual inspections.
• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents, manuals, and journals. Bilingual in English/Spanish strongly preferred.
• Mathematical
  
  Skills:
  
  Solid math ability; capable of working with formulas and measurements.
• Reasoning Ability:
  Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to read schematics, interpret mechanical drawings, collect data, and draw valid conclusions.