Ammonia Refrigeration Technician

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Ammonia Refrigeration Technician to support the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of industrial refrigeration and utility systems in a food manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with ammonia refrigeration systems, a strong understanding of industrial safety procedures, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team with minimal supervision.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of ammonia refrigeration experience in an industrial refrigeration and food manufacturing environment.

• Must hold an ammonia refrigeration certification from GCAP or RETA.

• Must hold an EPA Type II certification.

• Must be able to pass a respirator fit test and pulmonary function test.

• Must be able to complete a 24-hour hazardous materials (HAZMAT) training course.

• Working knowledge of general maintenance, electrical systems, and electronic systems.

• Ability to follow safety policies, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), and Process Safety Management (PSM) regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate, test, troubleshoot, and repair ammonia refrigeration systems, subsystems, and associated auxiliary equipment.

• Perform preventive and planned maintenance on ammonia refrigeration and utility systems.

• Operate and maintain spiral freezers.

• Maintain refrigeration and utility rooms according to established operational and safety standards.

• Perform or learn ammonia system pump-down procedures required for repairing or replacing refrigeration components.

• Complete required documentation, including PSM-related modifications, work orders, system changes, and refrigeration operating logs.

• Maintain accurate digital records for maintenance, refrigeration operations, and ammonia systems.

• Conduct daily inspections and monitor system temperatures and operating conditions.

• Perform chemical testing on boilers and condenser towers.

• Follow all safety policies, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), GMPs, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Maintenance or Refrigeration Manager.