Refrigeration​/Boiler Room Operator – 1st Shift

Refrigeration / Boiler Room Operator – 1st Shift Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Refrigeration / Boiler Room Operator to maintain and monitor refrigeration, boiler, HVAC, and related plant systems in a busy manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have prior boiler operator experience and strong troubleshooting skills. Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems is highly preferred.

This is a union position with competitive pay, an attendance incentive, and opportunities for overtime.

• Pay: $28.92–$33.20 per hour, depending on experience
• Attendance Incentive: Additional $2.25 per hour
• Shift: 1st Shift
• Start Time: 6:00 AM
• Schedule: Monday–Saturday
• Hours: May work up to 10 hours per day
• Weekend work: May be required
• Union position

• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain boiler, refrigeration, HVAC, and related plant systems
• Troubleshoot and repair refrigeration equipment involving ammonia and other refrigerants
• Perform daily inspections and operational checks of refrigeration and plant equipment
• Monitor ammonia refrigeration systems, coolers, HVAC systems, and related equipment
• Perform scheduled maintenance on evaporators, condensers, and other refrigeration equipment
• Monitor, clean, and repair plant systems including condensers and filtration systems
• Identify equipment issues and perform repairs to minimize downtime
• Change and clean filters as needed
• Maintain accurate equipment logs, records, checklists, and other required documentation
• Follow OSHA, EPA, GMP, and plant safety requirements
• Follow all Lockout/Tagout and other required safety procedures
• Request parts and supplies as needed
• Maintain clean and organized work areas
• Complete required paperwork and maintenance documentation

• Prior boiler operator experience required
• Minimum of 2 years of refrigeration maintenance or related experience preferred/required
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Experience with ammonia refrigeration systems strongly preferred
• Knowledge of plant safety and GMP requirements
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, and plans
• Knowledge of planned maintenance practices
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Basic computer and spreadsheet skills
• Ability to complete work and purchase requests
• RETA Level 1 Industrial experience preferred
• Must be able to work scheduled hours and required overtime

• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 75 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, climb, and reach
• Ability to work around machinery and moving equipment
• Ability to work in cold, wet, hot, humid, and noisy environments
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing/production facility

This position works in an industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to:

• Boiler and engine room conditions
• Refrigeration and ammonia systems
• Cold and wet production areas
• Extremely hot production areas
• Mechanical equipment and conveyors
• Electrical systems
• Noise and other industrial hazards

• $28.92–$33.20/hour based on experience
• Additional $2.25/hour attendance incentive
• 1st shift opportunity with overtime opportunities
• Work with industrial refrigeration, boiler, and plant systems