Refrigerator Operator 3rd

Job Title:

Refrigeration Technician – 3rd Shift

Location:

Gainesville, GA

Department:
Maintenance

Reports To:

Refrigeration Supervisor

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Work Schedule:

The typical working hours vary depending on the schedule offered, with a 30-minute lunch.

The Refrigeration Technician – 3rd Shift is responsible for the safe operation, monitoring, troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and repair of the plant ammonia refrigeration systems and related industrial equipment. This position plays a critical role in maintaining plant refrigeration operations, ensuring food safety compliance, and supporting uninterrupted production activities. The Refrigeration Technician will monitor and maintain ammonia refrigeration systems, compressors, condensers, evaporators, boilers, pumps, valves, controls, and related equipment while ensuring compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

This role requires strong technical knowledge of industrial refrigeration systems, emergency response procedures, and preventive maintenance practices.

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum 1 year of industrial ammonia refrigeration experience required
• RETA Operator Certification required
• Strong knowledge of industrial ammonia refrigeration systems and components
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair refrigeration equipment and controls
• Knowledge of applicable refrigeration safety standards and regulations
• Ability to work independently and respond effectively during emergencies
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and on-call schedules as needed
• Valid driver’s license and dependable transportation required
• Ability to pass pulmonary breathing/respirator fit testing requirements

• Technical school training in refrigeration, HVAC, industrial maintenance, or related field preferred
• Experience with industrial boilers and boiler controls preferred
• Experience in food manufacturing or industrial processing environments preferred
• Knowledge of PSM (Process Safety Management) and RMP (Risk Management Plan) requirements preferred
• Electrical troubleshooting experience preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

NOTE:

This description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the organization’s ongoing needs; these duties are considered marginal.

• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair industrial ammonia refrigeration systems and related equipment
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections on compressors, condensers, evaporators, pumps, valves, motors, and refrigeration controls
• Monitor refrigeration system pressures, temperatures, oil levels, and operating conditions to ensure safe and efficient performance
• Diagnose refrigeration system malfunctions and perform corrective repairs in a timely manner
• Maintain and repair refrigeration system components including compressors, condensers, evaporators, piping systems, controls, and associated equipment
• Monitor and maintain boiler controls and operations as needed
• Perform daily rounds and inspections of refrigeration equipment and machinery rooms
• Assist with startup, shutdown, and emergency procedures for refrigeration systems
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, inspection records, and operational documentation
• Support energy efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives related to refrigeration operations
• Ensure proper housekeeping and cleanliness of refrigeration equipment areas and machinery rooms
• Respond to refrigeration alarms and emergency situations during assigned shift

• Ensure all refrigeration work is performed safely and in compliance with OSHA, EPA, PSM, and company safety standards
• Follow all Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), confined space, hot work permit, and emergency response procedures
• Support Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Plan (RMP) compliance activities
• Identify and report ammonia leaks, equipment issues, and unsafe conditions immediately
• Participate in emergency response drills and ammonia release response procedures
• Uti…