Ammonia Refrigeration Technician

Ammonia Refrigeration TechnicianThis position will be responsible for maintaining and troubleshooting ammonia, HVAC, boiler, and refrigeration systems at the seafood processing facility. This includes technical work such as maintenance, calibration, installation, and repairs. This position will utilize Process Safety Management (PSM) to reduce hazard risks and ensure operational excellence of ammonia and refrigeration systems.Key Responsibilities1. Technical and Project Management:Operation and maintenance of large ammonia, HVAC, boiler, and refrigeration systemsPreventative maintenance, monitoring, and record-keeping of ammonia HVAC, boiler, and refrigeration systemsTimely troubleshooting of issues with systems and detailed documentation of maintenanceInterpretation of equipment manualsEffective collaboration and coordination with Team Members and contractors2. Communication and Development:Consistent and clear verbal and written communicationContinuous training, willingness to learn and adaptTrain and support Team Members on ammonia and refrigeration systemsProcess Safety Management (PSM)Implement PSM approach to identifying, controlling, and avoiding risksInterpret and uphold regulatory standards to ensure complianceIdentify, assess, and reduce hazard risks to Team Member safety and the environmentWhat You Bring To Pacific SeafoodRequired:High school or equivalentHands-on experience in ammonia systems related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education, industry certification, and experienceProcess Safety Management (PSM) and maintenance experienceHighly knowledgeable of ammonia systems, refrigeration systems, and associated mechanical and electrical systems including but not limited to condensers, compressors, and refrigeration accessories.Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorshipMust be 18 years or olderAbility to read, write, and speak in EnglishPreferred:Refrigeration Engineers and Technicians (RETA), International Institute of Ammonia Refrigeration (IIAR) Training and Certification and/or similar certifications.2+ years of ammonia systems related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education, industry certification, and experienceExperience and knowledge of boilers and air compressorsPhysical Requirements:Occasionally climbing. Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.Occasionally balancing. Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling and walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces.Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time.Walking. Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks.Use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.Reaching. Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.Talking. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.Hearing. Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound.Regularly required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.Working Conditions:Moving mechanical parts.Toxic or caustic chemicals.Outdoor weather conditions and extreme cold.Noise level is usually loud.BenefitsTotal Compensation:Health insurance benefits options, including medical, prescription, vision, dental, basic group life and short-term disability.Flexible spending accounts for health flex and dependent care expenses401(k) Retirement Plan options with generous annual company profit sharing matchPaid time off for all regular FT team members, to include sick days and vacationEmployee Assistance Program- Confidential professional counseling, financial, and legal assistance provided at no charge to Team Members and immediate family membersProduct purchase programPacific Seafood is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.About Pacific SeafoodAt Pacific Seafood, we do more than just provide the world with the healthiest proteins on the planet. We are an excellence-driven organization committed to being the brand of choice in the marketplace and the employer of choice in the community. We believe in servant leadership, investing in our team members, and rewarding performance. We live by the core values of our Diamond Philosophy: Quality, Teamwork, Productivity, and Excellence—which means consistently doing your best and always striving to do better.Our Hiring ProcessStage 1: AppliedStage 2: InterviewStage 3: Second InterviewStage 4: Final InterviewStage 5: OfferStage 6: Pre-Employment ScreenStage 7: HiredNot quite right? Register your interest to be notified of any roles that come along that meet your criteria.Register Your Interest