Refrigeration Technician

Refrigeration TechnicianAlaska Glacier Seafoods (AGS) is a family owned and operated fish processing company located in our beautiful state capital of Juneau, Alaska. AGS has been processing and shipping high quality, wild caught fresh and frozen seafood since 1996. AGS processes Halibut, Salmon, Rockfish, True Cod, Blackcod, Sea Cucumbers, Crab and Shrimp, which is packaged and shipped worldwide. AGS has the rare ability to employ our core and cross-trained team throughout the entire calendar year. This provides a home for our team, not just employment.Job DescriptionThe Refrigeration Technician will be required to live in Juneau, Alaska, as our plant operates year-round. They will coordinate, operate, repair and maintain all refrigeration-related equipment handling various types of Freon systems with reciprocating and screw compressors. They must possess strong analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills. They should have the ability to work independently and as a team. They must be able to work well under pressure and prioritize the workload. They must be able to verbalize equipment needs and instructions easily to all workgroups within the company.ResponsibilitiesMaintain refrigeration equipment and keep in good working orderInstall, service, and repair refrigeration systems and equipment such as condensing units, compressors, and evaporatorsConnect refrigeration lines and electrical power sources, handling hazardous refrigerant substances, and checking systems and equipment for leaksInspect, adjust and monitor refrigeration system for most efficient means of operationMaintain daily preventive maintenance log records of the systemApply troubleshooting methods, replace parts and run tests to ensure the systems are working properly following repairsUpgrade systems to satisfy new regulations or meet new standardsService plant calls promptlyAccompany representative of State and Federal InspectorsTrain back up refrigeration operatorAccurate on paperworkYou will work 40-80 hours per week.Understands the operations of commercial and industrial refrigeration systemsDiagnosing malfunctions and defects in equipmentReading blueprints and electrical and electronic schematicsGrasping electrical conceptsOperating tools, gauges and other testing equipment for refrigeration systemsUse hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges and precision instruments, welding equipment, jacks and hoistsOperate/monitor the computer-based refrigeration system and monitoring device and Process Safety Manage documentationRisk Manage Plan (RPM) trainingQualificationsEducation:Minimum of two years' experience working with HVAC/Refrigeration/Electrical systemsDesire Associate Degree in HVACR/Refrigeration/ElectricalSpecial Skills: HAZMAT, and Low Voltage Control SystemsOSHA, Good Manufacturing Processes, PSM, and RMPOSHA Level A Hazmat CertificationOSHA HAZMAT, Incident Command TrainingRETA (CARO) Certified Assistant Refrigeration Operator CertificationPSM CertifiedCurrent Alaska Driver License with clean recordTraining / Skills:Acts with honesty and integrityAbility to organize and planQuickly solve problemsMulti-taskingAttention to detailProficient in English, both verbal and writtenProficient in basic MathematicsAbility to be Forklift Certification preferredPhysical Demands and Work EnvironmentWorking in carrying temperatures around freezers, ice machines, and retortsLift and carry equipment, stand, kneel or stoop for long periods of timeExposure to processing equipment, forklifts, moving equipment, cleaning chemicals, solvents, and loud noise levelsRequired to wear personal protective equipmentAbility to use and climb a ladder to multiple levelsMust be on call 24 hours 7 days a week during peak seasonFloor and dock surfaces are wet and slipperyAbility to work in confined spacesExposed to outdoor environment with wind, rain, snow, and icy conditionsWageCompetitive wage depends on experience